SOC 2805 Lecture Notes - Lecture 2: Qualitative Research, Data Analysis, Institute For Operations Research And The Management Sciences
Chapter 10:
Mixed Methods Procedures
This chapter presents information on designing a mixed methods procedures section for a
research proposal. Previous chapters have discussed the collection of quantitative and qualitative
data but not the process for combining the two forms of data in the study. The blending of the
two types of data can help to develop a stronger understanding of the research question or
process.
Chapter ten begins with a discussion of the components of a mixed methods procedure
and discusses how to design the procedures for a mixed methods study. Recommendations for
conveying the nature of mixed methods research and what is are discussed. Beginning with the
assumption and mixed methods is a new methodology in research and readers need to be
educated about it, the chapter describes how the researcher should go about the process of
conveying that information to the reader.
Mixed Methods Procedures
Components of Mixed Methods Procedures
Described Mixed Methods Research
• It is useful to convey a basic definition and description of the approach in a method
section of a proposal. This may include:
• Defining mixed methods research
o It involves the collection of both qualitative and quantitative data in response to
research questions or hypotheses
o It includes the analysis of both forms of data.
o The procedures for both qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis
will be conducted rigorously.
o The two forms of data are integrated in the design analysis.
o These procedures are incorporated into a distinct mixed methods design that also
includes the timing of the data collection as well as the emphasis.
o These procedures can also be informed by a philosophical worldview or a theory.
• Discuss the many different terms used for this approach.
• Educate the reader about the background of mixed methods by reviewing the history of
this approach to research.
• Discuss the value and rationale for the choice of mixed methods as an approach. It is a
useful strategy to have a more complete understanding of research problems.
o Comparing different perspectives drawn from quantitative and qualitative data
o Explaining quantitative results with a qualitative follow-up data collection and
analysis
o Developing better measurement instruments by first collecting and analyzing
qualitative data and then administering the instruments to a sample
o Understanding experimental results by incorporating the perspectives of
individuals
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Document Summary
This chapter presents information on designing a mixed methods procedures section for a research proposal. Previous chapters have discussed the collection of quantitative and qualitative data but not the process for combining the two forms of data in the study. The blending of the two types of data can help to develop a stronger understanding of the research question or process. Chapter ten begins with a discussion of the components of a mixed methods procedure and discusses how to design the procedures for a mixed methods study. Recommendations for conveying the nature of mixed methods research and what is are discussed. Beginning with the assumption and mixed methods is a new methodology in research and readers need to be educated about it, the chapter describes how the researcher should go about the process of conveying that information to the reader. It is useful to convey a basic definition and description of the approach in a method section of a proposal.
