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A Method for Systematically Observing and Recording Collective Action

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  • DAVID SCHWEINGRUBER

    (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign)

  • CLARK McPHAIL

    (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign)

Abstract

The authors provide a set of criteria and procedures for systematically observing and recording collective action across temporary gatherings such as political demonstrations. Their method uses trained observers, distributed across a gathering, who complete a code sheet during time interval samples. The code sheet allows observers to record the extent of participation in 40 or more elementary forms of collective action by members of six actor categories. These elementary forms were inductively generated from extensive prior observations of temporary gatherings. The data collected provide a rich record of collective action across space and time. The method can be used to investigate a number of problems facing students of collective action and social movements.

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  • DAVID SCHWEINGRUBER & CLARK McPHAIL, 1999. "A Method for Systematically Observing and Recording Collective Action," Sociological Methods & Research, , vol. 27(4), pages 451-498, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:sae:somere:v:27:y:1999:i:4:p:451-498
    DOI: 10.1177/0049124199027004001
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