Family Observation Assignment

This assignment is based on qualitative methods requiring you to observe a family in a public setting for at least 1 hour and take field notes. It is important to conduct a family observation in a public setting; however, if you desire to have a private observation an IRB will need to be filed.

• Write about themes you find within the observation.
• Avoid writing a chronology of your time in the observation, instead apply theory and content learned in this class to your observation of the family unit. Be sure to interact with the reading material by referencing and citing the readings from the class.
• Be careful not to judge your research subjects.
• Include a reference page.

You are to write a 3-4 page essay (double-spaced, 12 point font, Times New Roman, and 1 inch margins, include a cover page and reference page). Attach all of your field notes to the summary.

Below is the Rubric Guidelines for the report and I am also attaching an example for you to follow as well. If you have any questions just let me know!

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Introduction:

 

______ 15 points Good introductionand clear purpose (thesis) statement. You should provide a

                            previewof the body of the paper (your main points). Guide the reader on how

                            thepaper will proceed. 

 

Body:

 

______ 25 points  Analyze the interaction and group dynamics ofthe family members.  Do not

                            simplygo through the chronological time spent in the observation.  Instead,

                            focuson themes that apply to concepts discussed in class and apply that to the

                            observationto critically analyze the communication among family members.  If

                            youuse additional sources outside of class, be sure to cite them.

 

Content:

 

______ 25 points          Evidence that the student has read thematerial and can accurately present the

                            informationto develop ideas, perspectives, and arguments as it applies in a

                            familyobservation.

 

Conclusion:

 

______15 points Conclusion should wrap up lose ends and also provide a review of mainpoints

                            along with any finalthoughts, comments, or observations you would offer the                                    groupto improve their communication style.

 

Overall readability, Writing Style,and Mechanics:

 

______ 10 points The paper readswell, is free of sentence structure, spelling,

                            grammar,APA errors, and follows technical guidelines.

 

Field Notes:

 

_____  10 points Notes from the field are attached.

Attachments:

• 1511544437-Towe Family Communication Observation Report-1.docx