In order to understand the classroom teaching-learning process, which of the following research tool is most appropriate?

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In order to understand the classroom teaching-learning process Observation Schedule is most appropriate.

Observation Schedule:

Here the data is collected based on observation
It could be structured or unstructured method, controlled or uncontrolled observation
The observer could be a member of the observer group. Sometimes they are playing the role of the observer only.
It is inexpensive
Suitable to get current information
Subjects are easily available
The work can be started or stopped at any time
For example, understand the classroom teaching-learning process

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Research tool	Description	Example
Rating Scale	It is a method to systematize the opinion concerning a trait It can be categorized into four numerical descriptive graphical rank order	Food rating, Application rating
Questionnaire	It is a set of question or prompts to gather information It can be quantitative as well as qualitative The questions listed can be open-ended or closed-ended The respondents fill the answers by themselves	survey about the impact of global warming
Interview Schedule	It is a set of structured question prepared as a guide for the interviewer It is generally used for face to face interaction or in one to one situation The aim is to gather information about behaviour, problems, and future plans of them The enumerator deliver the schedule as per the answer of the respondents	Household survey