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Integrating Qualitative and Quantitative Methods
A Pragmatic Approach

A practical guide to designing mixed methods research in social science research courses; it goes beyond “how-to” and shows “why-to use”



June 2013 | 288 pages | SAGE Publications, Inc
Focusing on research designs for projects that collect both qualitative and quantitative data, this practical book discusses strategies for bringing qualitative and quantitative methods together so that their combined strengths accomplish more than is possible with a single method. The approach is broadly interdisciplinary, reflecting the interest in mixed methods research of social scientists from anthropology, communication, criminal justice, education, evaluation, nursing, organizational behavior, psychology, political science, public administration, public health, sociology, social work, and urban studies. In contrast to an “anything goes” approach or a naïve hope that “two methods are better than one,” the author argues that projects using mixed methods must pay even more attention to research design than single method approaches. The book’s practical emphasis on mixed methods makes it useful both to active researchers and to students who intend to pursue such a career.

 
Chapter 1. An Introduction and Overview
 
Chapter 2. Pragmatism as a Paradigm for Mixed Methods Research
 
Chapter 3. Research Design and Research Methods
 
Chapter 4. Motivations for Using Mixed Methods Research
 
Chapter 5. The Sequential Priorities Model
 
Chapter 6. Preliminary Qualitative Inputs in Quantitative Research Projects
 
Chapter 7. Preliminary Quantitative Inputs in Core Qualitative Research Projects
 
Chapter 8. Follow-up Qualitative Extensions in Quantitative Research Projects
 
Chapter 9. Follow-up Quantitative Extensions in Qualitative Research Projects
 
Chapter 10. Multipart Sequential Designs
 
Chapter 11. Finding the Expertise to Combine Multiple Methods
 
Chapter 12. Conclusions: Further Thoughts About Research Design

An absolutely timely text in the growing field of practice based research which is invaluable for mature professionals as well as more standard postgraduate students.

Dr Mehmet Ali Dikerdem
Interdiscipline , Middlesex University
January 31, 2014

Whereas many books focus solely on qualitative or quantitative research, this book is very useful for those who want to combine both types of research. It not only clearly discusses the strengths of combining specific methods, but pays also attention to the steps to be taken in the research process.

Ms Yvon Van den Boer
Media, Communication & Organisation, Twente University
January 22, 2014

This is a text that will offer a great alternative to students studying at doctoral level. The practical examples offered add to the clarity of this book which deals cmprehensively with issues of mixed methods research.

Professor Alison Kington
Institute of Education, Worcester Univ.
January 14, 2014

A good, clear book that for those students who are considering mixed research methods we recommend as reading.

Miss Isabelle King
WFD, national Council of Voluntary Youth Services
December 5, 2013

Again, I have not had the time to digest this, but superficially it looks good.

Dr Christine Eastman
Institute for Work Based Learning, Middlesex University
December 3, 2013

This is a very interesting book, which will be useful reading for the small amount of MSc dissertation students who engage in mixed methods research, such as a mixed methods case study strategy.

Mr JULIAN BARRATT
School of Health, Wolverhampton University
December 3, 2013

a must book for postgraduate taught and research students

Dr Krishna Regmi
Clinical Education and Leadership, Faculty of Heath and Social Sciences
November 23, 2013

I have sent my feedback some time ago

Ms Anne-Marie Hassenkamp
School of Physiotherapy / Faculty for Health and Social Care Sciences, Kingston University
November 20, 2013

This is a book I have been waiting for! Most literature covers either qualitative OR quantitative research, even though in reality they go hand in hand. I particularly like the section on the 4 options how the two approaches can be linked. I will use it in guiding my master students and have recommended the book to the library, Ph.D. students at my institute as well as colleagues.

Professor Barbara Stoettinger
International Marketing & Management, Vienna University of Economics and Business Administration
October 17, 2013

The book discusses different aspects of using quantitative and qualitative methods in researches. I would recommend it for those who want to use mixed methods in their researches, especially PHD students and researchers

Dr Maryam Ba-Break
Nuffield Ctr for Int'l Health & Dev, Leeds University
September 19, 2013
Key features
  • Leads readers through complex choices in an accessible and easy-to-understand way
  • Goes beyond “how to” use methods to emphasize “why to use” a specific method in a particular circumstance
  • Emphasizes interdisciplinary approach designed to complement methods textbooks across the social, behavioral, and health sciences
  • Features actual research examples to show students a wide variety of practical applications of mixed methods research design

Sample Materials & Chapters

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