“Four of the most serious problems in the social sciences are the fragmentation of research methods, the use of conventional methods for convenience, the lack of knowledge of qualitative methods, and the inexperience with alternative philosophical frameworks. This book directly and skillfully addresses all of the above issues. It will assist students as well as experienced researchers in adopting appropriate methods for their research questions by leveraging advanced qualitative research skills and philosophical perspectives.” Frederick J. Wertz, Psychology Department, Fordham University

“Finally, a manual that equips the reader-researcher to conduct a research project using mixed methods in a sensitive and ethical manner. The book is filled with examples from interesting qualitative studies that explain mixed methods without specialized terminology and interpretative ambiguities.” Nancy Grudens-Schuck, Department of Agricultural Education & Studies, Iowa State University

“This is the first book to present a detailed strategy for mixed methods research that is based on a qualitative – not quantitative or pragmatist – framework [...]. It will prove particularly useful for qualitative researchers who appreciate the usefulness of certain quantitative methods and data but do not enjoy the usual quantitatively-oriented presentations for mixed methods research.” Joseph Maxwell, Graduate School of Education, George Mason University

Contents

Foreword

Acknowledgments

1. Introduction to mixed methods research

2. Formulating questions, conducting a literature review, designing sampling, and the importance of ethics in mixed methods research

3. A qualitative approach to the mixed methods research design, analysis, interpretation, writing, and validity

4. Interpretative approaches in mixed methods research

5. Feminist approaches in mixed methods research

6. Postmodern approaches in mixed methods research [with Chris Kelly]

7. Combining methods: Qualitative approaches in the practice of mixed methods research

8. Conclusion: The prospects and challenges of mixed methods practice

References

Index of authors

Index of terms-concepts

About the author

Contributing author

Interviews with researchers