Mixed methods research

Which paradigm did mixed methods research originated from?

• Constructionism

• Pragmatism

• Post-positivism

• Participatory

Mixed methods research involves quantitative and qualitative research.

• True

• False

What is the strength of using mixed method research?

• a more complete understanding of the research problem

• Requiring less resources

• Requiring short period of time to conduct

• Must be accepted for publication

What is the limitation of using mixed method research?

• Requiring specific data collection skills

• Involving different types of participants

• Time-consuming

• Requiring specific data analysis skills

What is the first phase in explanatory sequential mixed methods deisgn?

• Quantitative

• Qualitative

what is the purpose of explanatory sequential mixed methods design?

• To compare quantitative and qualitative data

• To explain quantitative results with qualitative data

• To develop better measurement instruments

Which mixed methods design is appropriate for the study below?

(A study on new technology integration collects questionnaire data from a middle school. The analysis of the data leads to in-depth interview which takes place two months later.)

• Convergent

• Explanatory sequential

• Exploratory sequential