Lecture 3

Question 1

Quantitative Characteristics

Answer 1

pre-determined
questions - instrument
data: performance, attitude, observational, census
analysis: statistical
interpretation: statistical

Question 2

Mixed Methods Characteristics

Answer 2

both qualitative and quantitative

questions: open and closed
data: multiple forms
analysis: statistical and text
interpretation: across database

Question 3

Qualitative Characteristics

Answer 3

emerging

questions: open ended
data: interview, observation, document, audio-visual
analysis: text & image
interpretation: themes, patterns

Question 4

What are the three primary mixed methods models?

Answer 4

Convergent parallel
Explanatory sequential
Exploratory sequential

Question 5

Convergent Parallel

Answer 5

quantitative and qualitative collected same time, merge in interpretation phase
(collection occurs at same time, then compare and relate to interpret)
- involves the same or parallel variables, concepts or constructs

Question 6

Explanatory Sequential

Answer 6

quantitative first, explained further with qualitative data

Question 7

Exploratory Sequential

Answer 7

qualitative first, used to build second quantitative stage (eg. instrument)

Question 8

Transformative Mixed Methods

Answer 8

uses a theoretical lens

Question 9

Embedded Mixed Methods

Answer 9

one or other within larger design, support role

Question 10

Multiphase Mixed Methods

Answer 10

common in evaluation and program interventions, occurs over time

Question 11

What does the theory of mixed methods include?

Answer 11

Deductive (quantitative), inductive (qualitative)

Question 12

Social Science Theory Use (p. 69)

Answer 12

overarching framework (model, theory or concept) from which the research draws upon

Question 13

Transformative Paradigm Theory Use (p. 70)

Answer 13

health/marginalized groups and underlying assumptions about power, oppression (human rights, justice)

Question 14

Mixed Methods

Answer 14

involves both qualitative and quantitative data collection in response to research questions or hypotheses

• includes both forms of data analysis
• rigorous data collection and analysis
• the two forms of data are integrated
• prodedures
• informed by a philosophical world view or a theory

Question 15

Example of Mixed Methods

Answer 15

Health perceptions of women 45 years and older

• survey
• focus groups
• follow up survey and interviews with re those women experiencing precarious employment