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Shadowing

Shadowing is a research technique that observes a person while they carry out activities in their usual context

What it means, how it is used and where it comes up, with its related concepts.

What it is and how it works

It helps uncover steps, interruptions, tools and workarounds that may go unnoticed in an interview. It requires agreeing on the conditions of observation and respecting privacy. The researcher should record facts and keep them separate from their own interpretations.

Related concepts

Shadowing: what it is and how it works · Zorraquino