Geir Is a Qualitative Researcher Interested in Studying the Role

Multiple Choice

Geir is a qualitative researcher interested in studying the role playing games of current children that relate to Nordic heroes. To collect data he goes to afterschool programs that allow a free play period. He observes the children as they play, documenting who they are role playing and the behaviors they engage in as well as how they socially negotiate the script of their play. Geir is best described as a

A) participant observer
B) nonparticipant observer
C) privileged observer
D) covert observer