Techniques when studying children via naturalistic observation include:

- Fitting mics on children.
- Having observers study the children from afar.
- Ensuring the children have some degree of familiarity with having observers in the environment.

Techniques when Studying Children via Naturalistic Observation

Naturalistic observation can be used to study humans including:

- Children

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Naturalistic observation can be used to study:

- Humans
- Animals

Applications of Naturalistic Observation

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Naturalistic observation is a key method for studying animals in their natural habitats. To avoid influencing their subjects, researchers typically observe from a distance and avoid interference. This technique has been used to study the social hierarchies and interactions of various species, from ground squirrels to gorillas.

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