the use of the mixed methods design is informed by the need to capitalise on the strengths of both qualitative and quantitative methods and address the weaknesses of each method (Bryman, 2008). The approach can also be ideal when both qualitative and quantitative data are available.
The researcher must also describe and justify the type of mixed method design to be used. There are three mixed methods designs: convergent parallel mixed methods, explanatory sequential mixed methods, and exploratory sequential mixed methods (Creswell, 2014). The convergent mixed methods design is the most common and basically involves using both qualitative and quantitative data. The researcher collects and analyses each type of… Continue Reading...
to create a statement of belief about the presence of a qualitative study finding (Curllette, 2006). A mixed research method incorporates both qualitative and quantitative methods of research. One advantage of applying a mixed research method is that integrating the two techniques sharpens our knowledge of the study results (Reilly, 2007). A rubric for performance is a major factor in numerous interpretations of authentic assessments. The performance rubric is used through criterion-referenced techniques. Through interpretations that are criterion-referenced, Reynolds et al. stated that assessments of students to a particular performance level within a rubric, which is determined on their knowledge and skill. Analytic, holistic and process rubrics are among the scoring types… Continue Reading...
classic mixed-methods research design that uses both qualitative and quantitative methods judiciously. The qualitative methods are needed to illustrate why the program did not work, which is not something the data from the quantitative study could ever reveal.
As it turned out the reason why the program failed to achieve its intended goals were related as much to methodological constraints as to subjective issues like lack of motivation. The researchers outline several main challenges to implementing a professional development program as ambitious as the DPD. One challenge was the effects of changes to educational policy on the… Continue Reading...
