Handbook of mixed methods in social and behavioural research

The Handbook of Mixed Methods in Social & Behavioral Research contains a gold mine of articles by leading scholars on what has come to be known as the third methodological movement in social research. Aimed at surveying the differing viewpoints and disciplinary approaches of mixed methods, this breakthrough book examines mixed methods from the research enterprise to paradigmatic issues to application. The book also discusses the strengths and weaknesses of mixed methods designs, and provides an array of specific examples in a variety of disciplines, from psychology to nursing. The book closes with a brief section on how to teach and perform collaborative research using a mixed methods research design. Written so that it can be used either as a pedagogical tool or as a reference for researchers, the book is rich in examples and includes a glossary, easy-to-follow diagrams, and tables to help readers become more familiar with the language and controversies in this evolving area.

Book contents:

Overview of Contemporary Issues in Mixed Methods Research
Mapping the Developing Landscape of Mixed Methods Research
A History of Philosophical and Theoretical Issues for Mixed Methods Research
Pragmatism and the Philosophical Foundations of Mixed Methods Research
Dialectics and Pragmatism: Being of Consequence
Realism as a Stance for Mixed Method Research
Feminist Approaches to Mixed Methods Research: Linking Theory and Praxis
Utilization of Mixed Methods for Transformative Purposes
The Multidimensional Model of Research Methodology: An Integrated Set of Continua
Research Design, As Independent of Methods
Interviews with the Early Developers of Mixed Methods Research
Research Questions in Mixed Methods Research
An Inclusive Framework for Conceptualizing Mixed Methods Design Typologies: Moving Toward Fully Integrated Synergistic Research Models
Procedures and Practice of Mixed Method Design: Maintaining Control, Rigor, and Complexity
Advanced Sampling Designs in Mixed Research: Current Practices and Emerging Trends in the Social and Behavioral Sciences
Hermeneutic Content Analysis: Textual and Audiovisual Analyses within a Mixed Methods Framework
Emergent Data Analysis Techniques in Mixed Methods Research: A Synthesis
Computer Assisted Integration of Mixed Methods Data Sources and Analysis
Visual Displays for Mixed Methods Findings
Using Q Methodology and Q Factor Analysis in Mixed Methods Research
Assessing the Quality of Mixed Methods Research: Towards a Comprehensive Framework
Meeting the Practical Challenges of Mixed Methods Research
Emerging Trends in the Utilization of Integrated Designs in the Social, Behavioral, and Health Sciences
Using Mixed Methods in Monitoring and Evaluation: Experiences from International Development Evaluation
Teaching Mixed Methods and Action Research: Pedagogical, Practical, and Evaluative Considerations
The Use of Mixed Methods in Biographical Research
The Contribution of Mixed Methods to Recent Research on Educational Effectiveness
Current Practices and Emerging Trends in Conducting Mixed Methods Intervention Studies in the Health Sciences
Mixed Methods and Systematic Reviews: Examples and Emerging Issues
Funding and Publishing Integrated Studies: Writing Effective Mixed Methods Manuscripts and Grant Proposals
Current Developments and Emerging Trends in Integrated Research Methodology

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Overview of Contemporary Issues in Mixed Methods Research

Mapping the Developing Landscape of Mixed Methods Research

A History of Philosophical and Theoretical Issues for Mixed Methods Research

Pragmatism and the Philosophical Foundations of Mixed Methods Research

Dialectics and Pragmatism: Being of Consequence

Realism as a Stance for Mixed Method Research

Feminist Approaches to Mixed Methods Research: Linking Theory and Praxis

Utilization of Mixed Methods for Transformative Purposes

The Multidimensional Model of Research Methodology: An Integrated Set of Continua

Research Design, As Independent of Methods

Interviews with the Early Developers of Mixed Methods Research

Research Questions in Mixed Methods Research

An Inclusive Framework for Conceptualizing Mixed Methods Design Typologies: Moving Toward Fully Integrated Synergistic Research Models

Procedures and Practice of Mixed Method Design: Maintaining Control, Rigor, and Complexity

Advanced Sampling Designs in Mixed Research: Current Practices and Emerging Trends in the Social and Behavioral Sciences

Hermeneutic Content Analysis: Textual and Audiovisual Analyses within a Mixed Methods Framework

Emergent Data Analysis Techniques in Mixed Methods Research: A Synthesis

Computer Assisted Integration of Mixed Methods Data Sources and Analysis

Visual Displays for Mixed Methods Findings

Using Q Methodology and Q Factor Analysis in Mixed Methods Research

Assessing the Quality of Mixed Methods Research: Towards a Comprehensive Framework

Meeting the Practical Challenges of Mixed Methods Research

Emerging Trends in the Utilization of Integrated Designs in the Social, Behavioral, and Health Sciences

Using Mixed Methods in Monitoring and Evaluation: Experiences from International Development Evaluation

Teaching Mixed Methods and Action Research: Pedagogical, Practical, and Evaluative Considerations

The Use of Mixed Methods in Biographical Research

The Contribution of Mixed Methods to Recent Research on Educational Effectiveness

Current Practices and Emerging Trends in Conducting Mixed Methods Intervention Studies in the Health Sciences

Mixed Methods and Systematic Reviews: Examples and Emerging Issues

Funding and Publishing Integrated Studies: Writing Effective Mixed Methods Manuscripts and Grant Proposals

Current Developments and Emerging Trends in Integrated Research Methodology