ethnographic methods

Ethnographic methods involve researchers immersing themselves in a community or group to observe and understand their everyday lives, behaviors, and perspectives. By spending extended time, participating in activities, and listening to people's stories, researchers gather detailed, nuanced insights that reveal how cultures function and how individuals interpret their experiences. This approach emphasizes context and social interactions, providing a deep, firsthand understanding of a group's customs, beliefs, and social dynamics, often used in anthropology, sociology, and related fields.