fieldwork ethnography

noun phrase

Meaning

The qualitative research method involving long-term immersion in a specific social setting to observe, participate in, and document the lived experiences of a group.

Examples

  • Her fieldwork ethnography of urban street vendors provided deep insights into the informal economy.
  • Students are required to conduct a brief fieldwork ethnography to practice participant observation techniques.

Synonyms: fieldwork, qualitative research, participant observation, field study