Critical ethnography

Critical ethnography is a way of studying people and their cultures that focuses on understanding the inequalities and injustices that exist in society. Think of it like putting on a pair of special glasses that helps you see things that might not be obvious otherwise.

To do critical ethnography, researchers spend time with the people they are studying, trying to get to know them and their way of life. They might do things like observe their daily routines, talk to them about their experiences, and take notes on what they see and hear.

But the researchers don't just collect facts and data. They also think carefully about how power and privilege shape people's lives. This means paying attention to things like race, gender, class, and sexuality, and how these factors can affect people's opportunities and experiences.

By doing critical ethnography, researchers hope to gain a deeper understanding of the social issues that affect people's lives, and to use this knowledge to create positive change.