Mixed Methods Research
Document Type
Book Chapter
Abstract
This conclusion prevents some closing thoughts on the concepts covered in the preceding chapters of this book. First, the book, provides a general overview of ways to pursue research including topic selection, research question determination and paradigm considerations. It then describes how focus groups can be used as a stand-alone means to collect data or a supplement to other data collection techniques. Secondary data analysis is an important means to produce generalized findings that result in policy changes that enhance higher education for multiple populations of students. The book also discusses about visual methods, and illustrates how the written and visual artifacts of everyday life can be mined as sources of significant meaning. It further discusses document analysis and historical methods including oral history. The book then presents survey design principles and practical recommendations for using this research technique. Finally, it discusses the use of large national data sets.
Publication Info
Published in Research in the College Context Approaches and Methods, 2015, pages 95-108.
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APA Citation
McCoy, D.L. (2016). Mixed Methods Research. In F.K.Stage & K.Manning (Eds.), Research in the College Context: Approaches and Methods (2nd ed.). Routledge.