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The Field Researcher's Handbook

A Guide to the Art and Science of Professional Fieldwork
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Field research - the collection of information outside a lab or workplace setting - requires skills and knowledge not typically taught in the classroom. Fieldwork demands exploratory inquisitiveness, empathy to encourage interviewees to trust the researcher, and sufficient aptitude to work professionally and return home safely. The Field Researcher's Handbook provides a practical guide to planning and executing fieldwork and presenting the results. Based on his experience conducting field research in more than fifty countries and teaching others a holistic approach to field research, David J. Danelo introduces the skills new researchers will need in the field, including anthropology, travel logistics planning, body language recognition, interview preparation, storytelling, network development, and situational awareness. His time as a combat veteran in the US Marine Corps further enhances his knowledge of how to be observant and operate safely in any environment. Danelo also discusses ethical considerations and how to recognize personal biases. This handbook is intended for researchers in a variety of academic disciplines but also for government, think-tank, and private-sector researchers.
Introduction: What is Field Research? Part I: Research Preparation1. Framing the "Other"2. Developing Your Research Style3. Improving Situational AwarenessReview Questions Part II: The Field4. Logistics and Networking5. On the Ground6. The InterviewReview Questions Part III: Finishing Touches7. Objectivity Is a Myth8. Telling the Story9. Coming HomeReview Questions Appendix A. Sample Research Proposal and Travel BudgetAppendix B. Field Research Itinerary Sample TemplateSuggested ReadingSource NotesSelected BibliographyIndexAbout the Author
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