scholarly journals A systematic review of the literature in Europe relating to clinical legal education

2017 ◽  
Vol 24 (2) ◽  
pp. 81
Author(s):  
Rachel Dunn
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
Legal Education ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
European Network ◽  
European Literature ◽  
Basic Content

As my PhD research is European focused, looking at knowledge, skills and attributes development in live client clinics, I wanted to find all the European literature relating to clinical legal education. The aim of this research was to find all of the European literature surrounding clinical legal education available to me, to explore the kind of research published and to identify any gaps in knowledge. With an explosion of literature within the field, and more research undertaken every year, finding the literature which related to my research was challenging. To help aid this work I embarked on a systematic review, building on work by Tribe Mkwebu,<a title="" href="file:///S:/Academic%20Library%20Services/Research%20Support%20Team/Scholarly%20Publications/OJS/International%20Journal%20of%20Clinical%20Legal%20Education/24-2%20files/4.%20dunn%20lit%20review.docx#_ftn1">[1]</a> systematically searching for peer reviewed articles. This research was initially presented at the European Network of Clinical Legal Education<ins cite="mailto:Jonny%20Hall" datetime="2017-04-20T12:31">’</ins>s Spring Workshop, 2015, Northumbria University.  This article highlights the journey through this literature. Firstly, it explains what a systematic review is and how it can be used within mixed methods research. It then goes on to outline the methodology used and the number of articles sourced, excluded and synthesised. The analysis shows the amount of papers published before 2015 and their basic content. Finally, I discuss my reflection on the systematic review, what I thought went well and what didn’t, explaining how it was received at the Workshop.

The Importance of Qualitative Methods in Mixed Methods Studies

2021 ◽  
pp. 282-306
Author(s):  
Jacquelynne A. Boivin
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Research Design ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
Qualitative Methodology ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Design Models ◽  
Qualitative Research Design ◽  
Sequential Mixed Methods ◽  
Research Designs

This chapter presents a thorough review of the literature dedicated to learning more about mixed methods research design. Explanatory sequential mixed methods studies and exploratory sequential mixed methods studies are the two types of mixed methods research design models that this chapter presents in detail. To contextualize different ideas related to research design, the author provides examples of research studies that exemplify different research designs falling within mixed methods. The main objective of this chapter is to highlight the important role that qualitative research design plays in mixed methods research. Such a presentation of the literature aims to argue that qualitative data substantiates quantitative data as a means to heighten the regard which the qualitative methodology receives.

scholarly journals A systematic review of mixed methods research on human factors and ergonomics in health care

2015 ◽  
Vol 51 ◽  
pp. 291-321 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pascale Carayon ◽  
Sarah Kianfar ◽  
Yaqiong Li ◽  
Anping Xie ◽  
Bashar Alyousef ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Health Care ◽  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Human Factors ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
Human Factors And Ergonomics

Psychosocial interventions for people with young onset dementia and their carers: a systematic review

2016 ◽  
Vol 28 (9) ◽  
pp. 1441-1454 ◽  
Author(s):  
Angela Richardson ◽  
Gillian Pedley ◽  
Ferruccio Pelone ◽  
Farrukh Akhtar ◽  
Jacqueline Chang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
Social Contact ◽  
Meaningful Work ◽  
Psychosocial Interventions ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Family Carers ◽  
Early Onset Dementia ◽  
The Impact

ABSTRACTBackground:Dementia in younger people, known as young (YOD) or early onset dementia (EOD), can pose significant challenges. YOD is often diagnosed in those in paid employment who have relatively young children, leading to different challenges to those for older people. It is therefore very important to provide support tailored to their specific needs. This systematic review aimed to synthesize the literature investigating the impact of psychosocial interventions for people with YOD and their family carers.Method:Eight electronic databases were searched and three key journals were also hand searched. Narrative synthesis of the selected articles was undertaken.Results:Of the 498 records identified, 495 were ineligible after application of the exclusion criteria. The final sample included three studies, all of which were employment-based. Two were qualitative and one used mixed methods. Study quality was mixed. People with YOD and their carers reported benefits from participating in work-based interventions designed for those with YOD, including improved self-esteem and sense of purpose. Social contact was highlighted. Despite cognitive decline, maintenance in well-being was also reported. Carers described benefits for people with YOD, which extended outside the intervention, e.g. enhanced sleep and mood. The impact of the interventions on carers was not assessed.Conclusions:This review suggests work-based interventions providing supported, meaningful work outside the home can be beneficial. However, the dearth of studies, the lack of focus on family carers and their mixed quality demonstrate the need for better quality, mixed methods research with larger sample sizes.

scholarly journals Partnering with frail or seriously ill patients in research: a systematic review

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Claire Ludwig ◽  
Ian D. Graham ◽  
Wendy Gifford ◽  
Josee Lavoie ◽  
Dawn Stacey
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Lived Experience ◽  
Narrative Analysis ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Research Partnerships ◽  
Research Teams ◽  
Seriously Ill Patients ◽  
Seriously Ill

Abstract Background The expectation to include patients as partners in research has steadily gained momentum. The vulnerability of frail and/or seriously ill patients provides additional complexity and may deter researchers from welcoming individuals from this patient population onto their teams. The aim was to synthesize the evidence on the engagement of frail and/or seriously ill patients as research partners across the research cycle. Methods A systematic review was conducted using PRISMA guidelines. A search strategy included MEDLINE®, EMBASE®, Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL), and PsycINFO from database inception to April, 2019. Eligible studies were peer-reviewed qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods research reporting on the engagement of frail and/or seriously ill patients as partners on research teams. The Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool was used to appraise study quality. Narrative analysis was conducted. Results Of 8763 citations, 30 were included. Most studies included individuals with cancer on the research team (60%). Barriers included: lack of time and resources (50%), discontinuity in contribution (37%), and concerns for well-being (33%). Facilitators included: trust and mutual respect (60%), structural accessibility (57%), flexibility in timing and methods of engagement (43%), and attention to care and comfort, (33%). Perceived impacts for patients included: renewed personal sense of agency (37%) and emotional/peer support (37%). Impacts for researchers included sensitization to the lived experience of disease (57%) and an increased appreciation of the benefits of patient engagement (23%). Research design, execution, and outcomes, developed with patients, were deemed more suitable, relevant and reflective of patients’ priorities. Conclusions There is emerging evidence to suggest that research partnerships with frail and/or seriously ill patients can be achieved successfully. Patients mostly report benefit from partnering with research teams. Frailty and/or serious illness do present legitimate concerns for their well-being but appear to be successfully mitigated when researchers ensure that the purpose of engagement is well-defined, the timing and methods of engagement are flexible, and the practical and emotional needs of patient partners are addressed throughout the process. Systematic review registration The systematic review protocol was registered with the International Prospective Register of Systematic Reviews PROSPERO (CRD42019127994).

scholarly journals Protocol for a meta-integration: investigating positive aspects of caregiving in dementia

BMJ Open ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (7) ◽  
pp. e021215
Author(s):  
Camille Branger ◽  
Megan E O’Connell ◽  
Shelley Peacock
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Systematic Search ◽  
New Method ◽  
Current Work ◽  
Quantitative Studies ◽  
Positive Aspects Of Caregiving ◽  
Methodological Approaches

IntroductionThe current work describes the protocol for a meta-integration investigating the positive aspects of providing care to someone living with dementia. We aim to understand the position of positive aspects in the caregiver experience as well as identify how positive aspects are commonly conceptualised, investigated and measured in literature.Methods and analysesMeta-integration is a method of investigation that synthesises findings from meta-analysis or systematic review of quantitative studies and meta-synthesis of qualitative studies, to provide a coherent and holistic account of a phenomenon. As a relatively new method, terminology and methodological approaches are varied. The current work describes the process of conducting an advanced convergent meta-integration, including protocol for systematic search, inclusion/exclusion screening phases, intramethod analysis synthesis and intermethod synthesis on quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods research pertaining to the positive aspects of providing care to someone living with dementia.Ethics and disseminationThere are no ethics or safety concerns about dissemination, which includes plans for a conference presentation and publication.

Application of Mixed Methods in Health Services Management Research: A Systematic Review

2021 ◽  
pp. 107755872110303
Author(s):  
Shoou-Yih D. Lee ◽  
Bradley Iott ◽  
Jane Banaszak-Holl ◽  
Shu-Fang Shih ◽  
Minakshi Raj ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Health Services ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
International Health ◽  
Research Process ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Management Research ◽  
High Degree

Mixed methods research (MMR) is versatile, pragmatic, and adaptable to constraints and opportunities during a research process. Although MMR has gain popularity in health services management research, little is known about how the research approach has been used and the quality of research. We conducted a systematic review of 198 MMR articles published in selected U.S.-based and international health services management journals from 2000 through 2018 to examine the extent of MMR application and scientific rigor. Results showed limited, yet increasing, use of MMR and a high degree of correspondence between MMR designs and study purposes. However, most articles did not clearly justify using MMR designs and the reporting of method details and research integration were inadequate in a significant portion of publications. We propose a checklist to assist the preparation and review of MMR manuscripts. Additional implications and recommendations to improve transparency, rigor, and quality in MMR are discussed.

scholarly journals Q method in research on health professions education and digital technologies: a systematic review

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (10) ◽  
pp. e471101019154
Author(s):  
Samára dos Santos Sampaio ◽  
Janise Braga Barros Ferreira ◽  
Nayara Ragi Baldoni ◽  
Josiane Maria Donadeli ◽  
Maria Neyrian de Fatima Fernandes ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Q Methodology ◽  
Digital Technologies ◽  
Health Professions ◽  
Health Professions Education ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Q Method

Q method, a mixed methods research approach, is used to explore points of view and attitudes towards a specific phenomenon from subjective human perspectives. There has been an increase in the use of digital technologies in education and it has become necessary to investigate the difficulties and facilities of health professionals and students in order to improve the use of such technologies for teaching and learning. We aimed to identify and evaluate studies that employed Q method to investigate the use of digital technologies in Health Professions Education. To achieve this, a systematic review was conducted according to the PRISMA Statement Guidelines. The selection of articles was based on the search strategy (("Q-sort" OR "Q-methodology" OR "Q-technique")) AND (("Teaching") OR ("Learning")). Of the 1,398 articles found, 13 were selected in accordance with the adopted inclusion criteria. The articles successfully applied Q method to health issues, which expands its application possibilities and provides a contribution to mixed methods research. Another contribution is the use of the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool in this type of review. In view of the pressing need for education changes, using mixed methods research, particularly Q method, to investigate teaching culture and practice, can successfully support the renewal of Health Professions Education.

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