Since Ancient times, Observation has been a fundamental behavior that is being practiced by most of the living creatures. It has also been one of the secret ingredients in evolution for many Species.
Due to Humans' strong observatory skills, we find ourselves on the peak of the ladder of evolution. Therefore, the majority of the time, we observe things around unconsciously as just another natural behavior.
Power of Observation is so vague and wide that if one can understand it, learn it, control it, and practice it, then for that individual, winning the battle for success is certain.
Observation has been the primary source of success for every example we see around. For Example, all innovations and discoveries in science and technology and cultural practices are resultant of observation. It has been a central key activity in Historical, Economical, and Political belief system. If we say, necessity is the mother of all discoveries, then we should also understand that observation is a seed of necessity.
To understand the Art of Observation, we must understand, what are the types of Observation?
Observation can be divided into 3 parts:
Naturalistic
Observing behaviors in their natural setting, without awareness or any manipulation and intervention. This can be further divided into Direct or InDirect Observations. This is widely used for gathering knowledge and develop understanding about the natural habitat of various endangered species of animals and birds.
Participative
Observing behavior in natural settings, through active participation in the situation and/or manipulation of the environment. This can be further divided into Participant and Non-Participant Observation. This is widely used to understand the economic growth of a country or a company or an organization.
Laboratory
Observing behavior in a controlled lab setting with or without the participant's awareness and/or researcher's involvement. This can further be divided into Controlled and Uncontrolled Observation. This is widely used in developing and designing the vaccine for various deceases.
So next time when you observe something, try to categorize them as per whatever you've learned here.
Thanks for your precious time. Don't forget to express your views in the comment section below and share it if you like it. Please do wait for Part II, where we will try to understand, "Art of Observation: What? and Why?".
Till then, Happy Observing 🙂
Due to Humans' strong observatory skills, we find ourselves on the peak of the ladder of evolution. Therefore, the majority of the time, we observe things around unconsciously as just another natural behavior.
Power of Observation is so vague and wide that if one can understand it, learn it, control it, and practice it, then for that individual, winning the battle for success is certain.
Observation has been the primary source of success for every example we see around. For Example, all innovations and discoveries in science and technology and cultural practices are resultant of observation. It has been a central key activity in Historical, Economical, and Political belief system. If we say, necessity is the mother of all discoveries, then we should also understand that observation is a seed of necessity.
To understand the Art of Observation, we must understand, what are the types of Observation?
Observation can be divided into 3 parts:
- Naturalistic
- Participative
- Laboratory
Naturalistic
Observing behaviors in their natural setting, without awareness or any manipulation and intervention. This can be further divided into Direct or InDirect Observations. This is widely used for gathering knowledge and develop understanding about the natural habitat of various endangered species of animals and birds.
Participative
Observing behavior in natural settings, through active participation in the situation and/or manipulation of the environment. This can be further divided into Participant and Non-Participant Observation. This is widely used to understand the economic growth of a country or a company or an organization.
Laboratory
Observing behavior in a controlled lab setting with or without the participant's awareness and/or researcher's involvement. This can further be divided into Controlled and Uncontrolled Observation. This is widely used in developing and designing the vaccine for various deceases.
So next time when you observe something, try to categorize them as per whatever you've learned here.
Thanks for your precious time. Don't forget to express your views in the comment section below and share it if you like it. Please do wait for Part II, where we will try to understand, "Art of Observation: What? and Why?".
Till then, Happy Observing 🙂
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ReplyDeleteArt of observation will never end. It will always help us to evolve or change.
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