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Zusatztext By taking the intriguing route of introducing readers to options in research design through the lens of paradigmatic assumptions, Mertens renders accessible this often-daunting component of mixed methods research. Numerous case studies with a social justice orientation, where the focus is on the place and construction of stakeholder–community–interdisciplinary relationships, illustrate these options. Informationen zum Autor Donna M. Mertens is Professor Emerita at Gallaudet University, USA. Klappentext In this book, Mertens provides a brief history of the emergence of mixed methods research and numerous examples to illustrate its application in different disciplines and geographic areas. Mixed methods approaches offer researchers an exciting opportunity to explore new combinations of methods in diverse contexts: the design possibilities are endless and can be incorporated in many different approaches. The book presents case studies to illustrate different philosophical lenses for mixed methods design, including post-positivism, constructivism, pragmatism, transformative, Indigenous, and dialectical pluralism. The book features interviews with researchers about their experiences and practices. They discuss a variety of topics including innovative research design, use of technology and big data, preparation of mixed methods researchers, and how this research can contribute to a more just and equitable future. Vorwort Provides a critical and practical introduction to mixed methods research, its origins, developments, benefits and current debates. Zusammenfassung In this book, Mertens provides a brief history of the emergence of mixed methods research and numerous examples to illustrate its application in different disciplines and geographic areas. Mixed methods approaches offer researchers an exciting opportunity to explore new combinations of methods in diverse contexts: the design possibilities are endless and can be incorporated in many different approaches. The book presents case studies to illustrate different philosophical lenses for mixed methods design, including post-positivism, constructivism, pragmatism, transformative, Indigenous, and dialectical pluralism. The book features interviews with researchers about their experiences and practices. They discuss a variety of topics including innovative research design, use of technology and big data, preparation of mixed methods researchers, and how this research can contribute to a more just and equitable future. Inhaltsverzeichnis Series Foreword 1. Definition of Mixed Methods and its Emergence as a Methodological Approach 2. Evolving Paradigms in Mixed Methods: Case studies 3. Becoming a Mixed Methods Researcher 4. The Future of Mixed Methods: Challenges and Innovations in Diverse Contexts Further Readings and Resources References Index ...
