Observational Studies
Knowing what users say is a major asset, but observing them in the field lets you catch nuances they may not even realize themselves. Immersing yourself into the environment of a user gives you real life understanding of how your design will play out in the field.
Field Studies
User Interviews
This chapter of the UX Research Field Guide introduces field studies as a family of research methods, explaining some of the different types and what they are for.
What is Ethnography research?
Experience UX
Ethnography is a study through direct observation of users in their natural environment rather than in a lab.
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