The key purpose is to investigate the problem by using the advantages of both quantitative and qualitative methods to enrich the approach. However, at the same time, it requires knowledge of both methods of data collection and analysis and a good reason for the choices made.
For this week’s Key Concept Exercise, you will consider whether a mixed method would fit (or not) your research topic-problem and the anticipated barriers to data integration.
To prepare for this Key Concept Exercise:
Read the Required Learning Resources for
Week 8
.
Return to your chosen research topic-problem identified in
Week 1
(as subsequently amended) and consider whether a mixed methods approach would be appropriate and why
In approximately 550 words, explain why mixed methods might fit (or not) your research project.
In formulating your Key Concept Exercise, consider the following questions:
What are the strengths and weaknesses of your chosen method?
Critically analyse the reasons why you would proceed (or not) with the adoption of mixed methods
What are the barriers to data integration which you would expect at this stage of the research?
What are the potential limitations and problems associated with adopting a mixed methods approach for a relatively short research project – for example, a dissertation of 9 months’ duration?
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