Observación participante

Observación participante is a research method where a researcher joins and actively engages with the community or group they are studying. This approach allows the researcher to gain a deeper, more nuanced understanding of the group's behaviors, customs, and interactions by experiencing them firsthand. Unlike just watching from a distance, the researcher participates to build trust and observe authentic, everyday activities. It’s used in fields like anthropology and sociology to gather detailed insights while maintaining respect for the group's dynamics. This method helps researchers see the true context and meaning behind people's actions.