Data Collection in Mixed Methods Research

2009 ◽  
pp. 65-83 ◽  
Author(s):  
Julia Brannen ◽  
Elizabeth J. Halcomb
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Mixed Methods Research

scholarly journals Opinions of Teacher Candidates on Inclusive Education: A Parallel Mixed Method Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 32
Author(s):  
Hatice Leblebici ◽  
Azmi Türkan
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Inclusive Education ◽  
Mixed Method ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Teacher Candidates ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Attitude Scale ◽  
Mixed Method Study

In this study, teacher candidates’ attitudes, self-efficacy perceptions towards inclusive education, and their situation towards in-class practices were determined. A total of a hundred thirty three pre-service teachers participated in the research voluntarily. The study was designed according to the parallel mixed methods research in which both quantitative and qualitative data (QUAN + QUAL) were used together. As data collection tools, “Attitude Scale towards Inclusive Education”, “Self-Efficacy Scale for Inclusive Education” and “In-class Practice Scale for Inclusive Education” were used. In addition, during the collection of qualitative data, teacher candidates were asked to complete the statement, “In my opinion, inclusive education is like…. because….” To determine their metaphorical perceptions. When the results of the study were examined, teacher candidates, it was determined that the perceptions of self-efficacy towards inclusive education and the concern for personal equipment differ in terms of various variables. In addition, the participants chose the positive metaphors that they produced for inclusive education. Among these metaphors, respect for differences, acceptance of diversity is expressed as coexistence due to the structure of inclusive education that unites society.

Online Focus Groups

2015 ◽  
pp. 31-55
Author(s):  
Oksana Parylo
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Focus Groups ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
Theoretical Research ◽  
Online Research ◽  
Future Trends ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
Online Focus Groups ◽  
Data Collection Technique

The overall aim of this chapter is to provide a better understanding of how a specific technique of online research methodology, online focus groups, has been theoretically conceptualized and practically utilized in order to examine its advantages and disadvantages to improve future applications of this technique in qualitative and mixed methods research. The chapter offers an overview of qualitative and mixed methods empirical research using online focus groups in different disciplines and outlines the strengths and weaknesses of this data collection technique. In addition, based on the review of empirical and theoretical research, the current and emerging practices in and characteristics of using online focus groups for data collection are outlined and used to suggest future trends in using this data collection technique in qualitative and mixed methods research.

Mixed Methods Research Design

2020 ◽  
pp. 26-52
Author(s):  
Mette L. Baran
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Research Design ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
Exploratory Research ◽  
Embedded Design ◽  
Strategic Implementation ◽  
Research Questions ◽  
Collection Phase

This chapter introduces the various design choices researchers need to decide on prior to conducting the study. The chapter starts with a detailed description of what research design is, followed by an explanation of descriptive, explanatory, or exploratory research questions. This determines what type of data will be collected. The major strategic implementation methods for quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods are then discussed. The three strategies for mixed methods research—parallel convergent, sequential, and embedded design—are presented in detail along with the rationale for their use. Finally, in the last section, the strands or sequencing of the data collection phase of the study are explained.

Mixed Methods Research Design

2022 ◽  
pp. 312-333
Author(s):  
Mette L. Baran
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Research Design ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
Exploratory Research ◽  
Embedded Design ◽  
Strategic Implementation ◽  
Research Questions ◽  
Collection Phase

This chapter introduces the various design choices researchers need to decide on prior to conducting the study. The chapter starts with a detailed description of what research design is, followed by an explanation of descriptive, explanatory, or exploratory research questions. This determines what type of data will be collected. The major strategic implementation methods for quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods are then discussed. The three strategies for mixed methods research—parallel convergent, sequential, and embedded design—are presented in detail along with the rationale for their use. Finally, in the last section, the strands or sequencing of the data collection phase of the study are explained.

Attitudinal research into Caribbean Englishes

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Guyanne Wilson ◽  
Michael Westphal
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Research Methods ◽  
Crucial Role ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
Careful Consideration ◽  
Source Material ◽  
Attitude Research ◽  
Language Attitude

Abstract Language attitude research is crucial for a deeper understanding of New Englishes. However, the most common attitude research methods often cause problems when applied to New Englishes contexts. We discuss the benefits and challenges of different methods used in two attitude studies on the perception of linguistic variation in Jamaica and Trinidad. Five major issues arise out of the discussion: the careful consideration of abstract labels, the need for contextualized research and authentic source material, the limited view of written data collection with closed questions, the crucial role of the researcher, and the opportunities of mixed-methods research. These conclusions are particularly relevant for research on New Englishes but also for language attitude research in general.

Students’ General Knowledge of the Learning Process: A Mixed Methods Study Illustrating Integrated Data Collection and Data Consolidation

2016 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 182-203 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joke H. van Velzen
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
Mixed Methods Study ◽  
Data Sets ◽  
General Knowledge ◽  
Data Set ◽  
Data Consolidation ◽  
New Research

There were two purposes for this mixed methods study: to investigate (a) the realistic meaning of awareness and understanding as the underlying constructs of general knowledge of the learning process and (b) a procedure for data consolidation. The participants were 11th-grade high school and first-year university students. Integrated data collection and data transformation provided for positive but small correlations between awareness and understanding. A comparison of the created combined and integrated new data sets showed that the integrated data set provided for an expected statistically significant outcome, which was in line with the participants’ developmental difference. This study can contribute to the mixed methods research because it proposes a procedure for data consolidation and a new research design.

It is All in the Design

2020 ◽  
pp. 24-36
Author(s):  
Mette L. Baran
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Research Design ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
Research Question ◽  
Embedded Design ◽  
Strategic Implementation ◽  
Collection Phase

This chapter introduces the various design choices researchers need to decide on prior to conducting the study. In the first section of this chapter a detailed description of research design is followed by an explanation that the type of information that is collected is based on whether the research question is descriptive, explanatory, or exploratory. The major strategic implementation methods for quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods are then discussed. The three strategies for mixed methods research Parallel Convergent, Sequential, and Embedded Design are presented in detail along with the rationale for their use. Finally, in the last section, the strands or sequencing of the data collection phase of the study is explained.

Online Focus Groups

2015 ◽  
pp. 970-991
Author(s):  
Oksana Parylo
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Focus Groups ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
Theoretical Research ◽  
Online Research ◽  
Future Trends ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
Online Focus Groups ◽  
Data Collection Technique

The overall aim of this chapter is to provide a better understanding of how a specific technique of online research methodology, online focus groups, has been theoretically conceptualized and practically utilized in order to examine its advantages and disadvantages to improve future applications of this technique in qualitative and mixed methods research. The chapter offers an overview of qualitative and mixed methods empirical research using online focus groups in different disciplines and outlines the strengths and weaknesses of this data collection technique. In addition, based on the review of empirical and theoretical research, the current and emerging practices in and characteristics of using online focus groups for data collection are outlined and used to suggest future trends in using this data collection technique in qualitative and mixed methods research.

Integrating and Consolidating Data in Mixed Methods Data Analysis: Examples From Focus Group Data With Children

2018 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 536-554 ◽  
Author(s):  
Susanne Vogl
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Data Analysis ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
Good Practice ◽  
Mixed Analysis ◽  
Group Data ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Focus Group Data ◽  
Methodological Reflection

The challenge in data analysis often lies in accounting for the multidimensionality and complexity of the data while simultaneously discovering patterns. Integrating and consolidating different types of data during analysis can broaden the perspective and permit obtaining complementary views. This methodological research study on data collection illustrates how one type of data collection generates different types of data, which can be linked and consolidated to reach a better understanding of the topic. Procedures and practicalities are illustrated to offer a good practice example for data integration and consolidation. With the methodological reflection of research practice, I evaluate the consequences for the field of mixed methods research, in which the practicalities of an integrated mixed analysis still need to be elaborated.

Qualitative research

2020 ◽  
pp. 99-112
Author(s):  
Oana Mitrofan ◽  
Rose McCabe
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
Healthcare Research ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Quality Appraisal ◽  
Qualitative And Quantitative

This chapter offers an overview of the nature and purpose of qualitative research, its methods and processes, quality appraisal, synthesis of qualitative research, and the integration of qualitative and quantitative approaches in mixed methods research. It includes a brief description of the approaches commonly used in health and healthcare research to collect and analyse qualitative data. The authors make suggestions and provide examples to illustrate the decision-making process in choosing the method(s) of data collection when designing a qualitative project. A number of ways to ensure scientific rigour in the design, conduct, and reporting of qualitative research, with particular regard to validity and reliability, are summarized. The last two sections focus on the key strengths and limitations of qualitative research. A few practical exercises are provided at the end of this chapter to assist the reader in revising the basic steps in the design of a qualitative research project.

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