Ethnography Essay on the NFL

ou’re essay should do more than simply relate details without any larger significance. Ethnographies also draw out the unique, interesting, and special qualities of a group or culture that help readers connect to their values or motivations.

Begin with your observations of a particular group. Plan to observe this group 2-3 times, so that you can get a better sense of their routines, habits, and practices.

Convey insight into the characteristics that give the group unique significance.
Provide context and background, including location, values, beliefs, histories, rituals, dialogue, and any other details that help convey the group’s significance.

Follow a deliberate organizational pattern that focuses on one or more insights about the group while also providing details and information about the group’s culture and routine

In this project, you will

Observe a person or place connected to a community problem (108)

Record the particular details of an observation (111)