Coursework Entry

23 Mixed-Methods Research

A course-linked artifact from the broader doctoral archive.

exploratory design

Qualitative -> quantitative -> combine and interpret results

IN this design, the qualitative is the higher priority, then the quantitative Important variables identified, then studied through quantitative measures.

Explanatory design

quantitative -> qualitative -> combine and interpret results

In this design, the quantitative is the higher priority. Do the study, then flesh out the results.

Triangulation design

quantitative -> Combine and interpret results. Qualitative ->

In this design, quantitative and qualitative are of equal value.

Other notes

  • advocacy lenses - researcher’s world view advocates for the improved treatment of research participants.
  • Sampling - important.
  • Research questions - need to be developed for quantitative and qualitative.