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Mixed Methods Approaches to Research


Course Description

An overview of mixed methods in evaluation and social science research, focusing on the origins of mixed methods approaches, paradigmatic issues, research designs, and data analysis. Emphasis on practice features critiques of samples of empirical work from various disciplines and domains of study.


Athena Title

Mixed Methods


Equivalent Courses

Not open to students with credit in QUAL 8575, QUAL 8575E


Prerequisite

(ERSH 4300/6300 or ERSH 4300E/6300E or ERSH 4300H) and (QUAL 8400 or QUAL 8400E)


Semester Course Offered

Not offered on a regular basis.


Grading System

A - F (Traditional)


Student learning Outcomes

  • Students will be able to understand the assumptions and paradigmatic issues underlying the use of mixed methods inquiry.
  • Students will be able to identify and articulate the major types of mixed methods research designs.
  • Students will be able to summarize the data analysis strategies within mixed methods research designs.
  • Students will be able to prepare a final product that summarizes, synthesizes, reflects on, critiques, or challenges the mixed methods course content.
  • Students will be able to develop and explain the rationale for using a mixed methods research approach in a study.

Topical Outline

  • Mixed Methods Perspectives
  • Frameworks and Data Collection Designs
  • Data Analysis
  • Standards and Reporting

Syllabus


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