Which of the following illustrates Aaron, a qualitative researcher, collecting data for an ethnographic study on alternative schooling.
A) Aaron sends out surveys to directors of alternative schools.
B) Aaron examines achievement measures of students enrolled in alternative schools.
C) Aaron invites students from alternative schools to visit him and conducts interviews.
D) Aaron goes to an alternative school and volunteers on the staff.

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Option D illustrates ethnographic data collection by Aaron as he physically goes to an alternative school and volunteers on the staff. This allows him to observe, interact and collect data in a culturally sensitive and natural setting. Options A and B are examples of quantitative research designs that employ surveys and assessment tools to collect data. Option C is a qualitative research design but does not explicitly reflect ethnographic data collection in a natural setting.

Which of the Following Illustrates Aaron, a Qualitative Researcher, Collecting