Observations

Here are some pros and cons of the youth team conducting a focus group. These might help the youth team decide if doing a focus group is right for them.

Observations

The observation method includes observing and taking notes on an event or in an environment that can provide youth with information for the youth CNA. As an observer, youth would exist in the background, silently, without interfering or disrupting.

Youth can also take photos or videos as a method of notetaking, as long as the setting is appropriate. Observations are more removed and can provide data that youth can ’t get from asking. Think ahead and ask what your team wants to accomplish, what youth participants are like, the nature of the issue, and pick a method that aligns with the youth team ’ s overall project.

Here are some pros and cons of the youth team conducting observations. These might help the youth team decide if doing an observation is right for them.