Methodological Principles

This lecture concludes a journey focusing on methodological principles, emphasizing the importance of understanding how participants engage in daily tasks, the interplay between technical and social aspects, and the implications of different observational perspectives. The instructor highlights the need to question when someone becomes a participant, the fluidity of roles and identities in different situations, and the political nature of knowledge practices shaping our understanding of reality. By exploring various concepts and analytical units, the lecture encourages reflection on identifying significant research practices and everyday activities that constitute major issues, paving the way for insightful investigations.