Foundations of Mixed Methods Research: A Comprehensive Guide

Get ready to dive into the highly-anticipated second edition of Foundations of Mixed Methods Research: Integrating Quantitative and Qualitative Approaches in the Social and Behavioral Sciences, authored by Abbas M. Tashakkori. This comprehensive guide provides students with a thorough understanding of mixed methods research, covering its philosophical roots, traditions, design, conduct, and dissemination.

What’s New in the Second Edition

This updated edition reflects the significant advances in mixed methods research over the past decade. New features include:

• New example studies throughout the book, highlighting the latest research and best practices
• A new appendix focusing on current mixed methods research and applications
• New sections on evaluating quality in mixed methods studies and writing up research results
• Content summaries and objectives at the beginning of each chapter, and chapter summaries and previews at the end of each chapter

Why Mixed Methods Research Matters

In today’s academic landscape, students across social science, behavioral science, and health and nursing fields are expected to be proficient in mixed methods research. This text is an essential resource for those looking to develop a deep understanding of mixed methods, from research design and data collection to analysis and conclusions.

Book Overview

The second edition of Foundations of Mixed Methods Research begins with an introduction to the development of mixed methodology and takes students on a journey through all aspects of working with mixed methods. The book covers:

• Research design and data collection
• Data analysis and interpretation
• Writing, publishing, and disseminating results
• Policy impact and annotated examplars of mixed methods research studies

With its comprehensive coverage and updated features, this text is an invaluable resource for a new generation of mixed methods scholars.

Publication details:

• Publisher: SAGE Publications
• Publication date: September 10, 2020
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9781506350301, 9781506350295