Preparing for the Field

Ethics

Theoretical Models

Approaches to Ethnography

Classic ethnography

Reflexive ethnography

Research Proposals, Funding, and Budgets

• Anthropology Around Us Ethnography in the Workplace

Entering the Native Community and Adapting

Adapting Physically and Psychologically

Culture shock

Life shock

Establishing Rapport

Gathering Data

Role of the Fieldworker

Participant observation

Sampling Methods

Problems with Sampling

Use of Informants

Key informants

Interview Methods

Formal interviews

Informal interviews

Genealogical Method

Life Histories

Photography

Analyzing Data and Preparing a Report

Summary

Study Questions

Suggested Readings

Suggested Web Sites