complete observer
[/kəmˈpliːt əbˈzɜːrvər/]
nounpl: complete observers
observador completo
1. A research participant or observer who observes a situation or group without participating in activities or interacting with subjects; a non-participant observer
The sociologist acted as a complete observer during the community meeting, taking notes without engaging in discussions.
A socióloga atuou como observadora completa durante a reunião da comunidade, anotando informações sem participar das discussões.
2. In ethnographic or qualitative research, a researcher who maintains complete detachment from the studied group to ensure objectivity
As a complete observer, the anthropologist documented cultural practices from a distance without influencing behavior.
Como observadora completa, a antropóloga documentou práticas culturais à distância sem influenciar o comportamento.
This term is primarily used in academic and research contexts, particularly in sociology, anthropology, and qualitative research methodology. It reflects the research ethics principle of maintaining objectivity and avoiding observer bias. The concept is important in both Brazilian and American academic traditions, though it originated in mid-20th century social science research methodology.
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