a technique of fielda place where on location research is conducted; also known as fieldwork, or participant observation on various sites research used in anthropologythe holistic study of humanity in its broadest context in all times and places, ancient and contemporary disciplines, by which an investigator (participant observera method of data collection initiated by those who do qualitative research; a widely used method by cultural anthropologists, sociologists and others, which involves working on location, in the field, as a participant observer - actually participating in community activities, learning the language, and observing village or community life over long periods of time - such researchers often select special people in the community where they are researching to be their cultural informant or key consultant) studies the life of a group by sharing in its activities
