Mixed Approach
Qualitative, Quantitative and Mixed Methods Approaches to Research and Inquiry
Kimberly A. Galt, Pharm.D., Ph.D. (c) August 26, 2009
© 2008 Kimberly Galt
Purpose
• Introduce everyone to the foundation knowledge of qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods research; useful to understanding the designs and methods series being offered this Fall and Spring • Provide basic overview of how the research process integrates with different qualitative, quantitative, and mixed designs and methods a researcher may consider using.
Instructions
• As we proceed through this presentation, please identify areas where you would like a more intensive or focused development session offered. • At the end of the session we will discuss what additional offerings and refinements you might desire.
© 2008 Kimberly Galt
Objectives
• Define quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods research approaches. • Differentiate these approaches based upon:
– Philosophical assumptions – Paradigm stances – Interpretive theory, framework or “lens” of the researcher
© 2008 Kimberly Galt
Objectives (continued)
• Describe the research process:
– Design – Data collection – Data analysis – Data results – Interpretation of findings – Presentation of findings
• Discuss how the research question drives the selection of each approach • Describe how the research process relates to each approach
© 2008 Kimberly Galt
Outline for each approach
• Definition of the approach • Overview of the overarching problem or needs that the approach is intended to address • Context of research methodology – why it is chosen • Literature or other contextual information • Types of research questions suited to the approach
© 2008 Kimberly Galt
Outline for each approach
• Common study designs used with the approach • Usual procedures followed to conduct this methodology • Limitations to this methodology • Practical tips on implementing this methodology
© 2008 Kimberly Galt
Kimberly A. Galt, Pharm.D., Ph.D. (c) August 26, 2009
© 2008 Kimberly Galt
Purpose
• Introduce everyone to the foundation knowledge of qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods research; useful to understanding the designs and methods series being offered this Fall and Spring • Provide basic overview of how the research process integrates with different qualitative, quantitative, and mixed designs and methods a researcher may consider using.
Instructions
• As we proceed through this presentation, please identify areas where you would like a more intensive or focused development session offered. • At the end of the session we will discuss what additional offerings and refinements you might desire.
© 2008 Kimberly Galt
Objectives
• Define quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods research approaches. • Differentiate these approaches based upon:
– Philosophical assumptions – Paradigm stances – Interpretive theory, framework or “lens” of the researcher
© 2008 Kimberly Galt
Objectives (continued)
• Describe the research process:
– Design – Data collection – Data analysis – Data results – Interpretation of findings – Presentation of findings
• Discuss how the research question drives the selection of each approach • Describe how the research process relates to each approach
© 2008 Kimberly Galt
Outline for each approach
• Definition of the approach • Overview of the overarching problem or needs that the approach is intended to address • Context of research methodology – why it is chosen • Literature or other contextual information • Types of research questions suited to the approach
© 2008 Kimberly Galt
Outline for each approach
• Common study designs used with the approach • Usual procedures followed to conduct this methodology • Limitations to this methodology • Practical tips on implementing this methodology
© 2008 Kimberly Galt