Sociologists David Karp and William Yoels became interested in why students do not participate in class discussions.They sent observers who sat in on various classes and recorded certain patterns of class activity but did not take part in the classes.What research method did this study use?

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The study used complete observation as the observers did not participate in the classes but just observed and recorded patterns of class activity. Participant observation involves researchers taking an active role in the group being studied. A case investigation involves in-depth exploration of a specific individual, group or situation. Qualitative research is a broad umbrella term encompassing various research methods, including participant observation, case studies, and interviews.

Sociologists David Karp and William Yoels Became Interested in Why