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likki Ukkonen-Mikkola and Juliene Madureira Ferreira
When considering these issues before planning the data collection, the re-
searcher should also keep in mind that not all the images captured will be
used in the study, especially when using the fixed camera. Due to the dynam-
ics and speed of image apprehension, this technique provides a large volume
of information that may or may not be relevant to the study. Therefore, the
time saved by being able to let the camera run independently (not demand-
ing the presence of the researcher during the recording itself ) is added in the
following phase of preparing the data for analysis. Data preparation (i. e. edit-
ing and selecting images based on pre-established criteria on the nature of
the phenomenon, the theoretical reference adopted, and the research ques-
tions) will then be essential and more laborious for the researcher.
With both the mobile camera and the fixed camera, there are two consider-
ations that should be highlighted. The first is related to the camera operator.
In situations where the equipment operator is not the researcher him/herself,
the researcher in charge should consider using techniques that demand less
decision-making during the data collection or training the person collecting
the data on the specific features of the event being examined. Likewise, if
the operator is the researcher him/herself, proper training on the use of the
equipment might be necessary. Therefore, although the quality of the image
and sound are directly related to the quality of the equipment, it should also
be considered that other aspects play a role, such as the skill of the operator,
the arrangement of cameras and furniture in the environment, the lighting,
the number of cameras required for the environment, etc.
Another consideration is related to the time and duration of the video
recordings. For both techniques, the time of the filming must be planned
according to the nature of the phenomenon and the frequency of its occur-
rence; and these factors must be constantly reconsidered by evaluating the
quality of the images and sounds captured in terms of technical and con-
ceptual aspects. In any case, the schedule of the video recordings must also
factor in two preparatory stages: (1) time to adjust or become familiar with
the environment and the equipment, and (2) time to build a rapport with the
participants, allowing them to become familiar with the researcher and the
equipment. Familiarisation with the equipment is essential to obtain quality
images and sounds; the equipment must be adjusted and tested at the be-
ginning of each recording session so that the data can be effectively used in
the research. If the researcher is not the operator of the equipment, a pilot
recording is suggested. The pilot recording serves as a test to find the opti-
mal angles and the correct light and sound levels, but it also enables the re-
searcher to sharpen his/her view regarding the object of the research within
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When considering these issues before planning the data collection, the re-
searcher should also keep in mind that not all the images captured will be
used in the study, especially when using the fixed camera. Due to the dynam-
ics and speed of image apprehension, this technique provides a large volume
of information that may or may not be relevant to the study. Therefore, the
time saved by being able to let the camera run independently (not demand-
ing the presence of the researcher during the recording itself ) is added in the
following phase of preparing the data for analysis. Data preparation (i. e. edit-
ing and selecting images based on pre-established criteria on the nature of
the phenomenon, the theoretical reference adopted, and the research ques-
tions) will then be essential and more laborious for the researcher.
With both the mobile camera and the fixed camera, there are two consider-
ations that should be highlighted. The first is related to the camera operator.
In situations where the equipment operator is not the researcher him/herself,
the researcher in charge should consider using techniques that demand less
decision-making during the data collection or training the person collecting
the data on the specific features of the event being examined. Likewise, if
the operator is the researcher him/herself, proper training on the use of the
equipment might be necessary. Therefore, although the quality of the image
and sound are directly related to the quality of the equipment, it should also
be considered that other aspects play a role, such as the skill of the operator,
the arrangement of cameras and furniture in the environment, the lighting,
the number of cameras required for the environment, etc.
Another consideration is related to the time and duration of the video
recordings. For both techniques, the time of the filming must be planned
according to the nature of the phenomenon and the frequency of its occur-
rence; and these factors must be constantly reconsidered by evaluating the
quality of the images and sounds captured in terms of technical and con-
ceptual aspects. In any case, the schedule of the video recordings must also
factor in two preparatory stages: (1) time to adjust or become familiar with
the environment and the equipment, and (2) time to build a rapport with the
participants, allowing them to become familiar with the researcher and the
equipment. Familiarisation with the equipment is essential to obtain quality
images and sounds; the equipment must be adjusted and tested at the be-
ginning of each recording session so that the data can be effectively used in
the research. If the researcher is not the operator of the equipment, a pilot
recording is suggested. The pilot recording serves as a test to find the opti-
mal angles and the correct light and sound levels, but it also enables the re-
searcher to sharpen his/her view regarding the object of the research within
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