ethnographic fieldwork
[ɛθnəˈɡræfɪk ˈfildwɜrk]
nounpl: ethnographic fieldworks
trabalho de campo etnográfico
1. The systematic study and observation of human cultures and societies conducted by researchers living within or closely embedded in the community being studied
The anthropologist conducted ethnographic fieldwork for three years in the Amazon basin to understand the indigenous tribe's cultural practices.
A antropóloga realizou trabalho de campo etnográfico durante três anos na bacia amazônica para compreender as práticas culturais da tribo indígena.
2. A research methodology involving direct observation, interviews, and immersion in a cultural setting to gather qualitative data
Ethnographic fieldwork requires patience, cultural sensitivity, and long-term commitment from the researcher.
O trabalho de campo etnográfico exige paciência, sensibilidade cultural e compromisso de longo prazo do pesquisador.
Ethnographic fieldwork is a cornerstone methodology in Brazilian anthropology, particularly valued in the study of indigenous populations, urban communities, and cultural diversity. The practice reflects a commitment to understanding cultures from within rather than from an external, detached perspective. In Brazilian academia, researchers conducting ethnographic fieldwork often contribute significantly to indigenous rights advocacy and cultural preservation efforts.
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