The combination of quantitative and qualitative methods to be mixed methods research
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Quantitative methods rely on priori designs of what is being studied; conceptual and operational definitions, methods, controlling for bias, representative samples, standardized instrument, the purpose of theory testing or refinement, expectations of hypothesis testing, and the appropriate statistical methods for data analysis. In contrast, qualitative methods endeavor to generate holistic understanding of human behavior in all of its contextuality and complexity. The inquirer often studies of lived human experience, as intense and in-depth studies of a few cases or a purposive people. The methods are emergent and flexible, as inquirer endeavor to be responsive to what is learned as the study proceed. The inquirer is the primary instrument of data generation, analysis, and interpretation. In general, mixed methods research uses both quantitative and qualitative approach involves the collection, analysis, and integration of quantitative and qualitative data to answer a particular question or set of questions in a single or multiple study. This article describes five general types of mixed methods design; convergent designs, embedded designs, exploratory designs, explanatory design, and multiphase iterative designs.
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