Integrating Qualitative and Quantitative Methods
A Pragmatic Approach
- David L. Morgan - Portland State University, USA
A practical guide to designing mixed methods research in social science research courses; it goes beyond “how-to” and shows “why-to use”
Mixed Methods Research
The text is clearly laid out with good use of diagrams and examples. However, more emphasis could be made early on, of the importance of the research question/aim in the research design and justification. Although in the conclusions of chapters 1 & 2, the requirment of a meaningful question is mentioned, it was not dealt with in sufficient depth. The risk is that students will continue to select a method before developing a clear question/aim. Nevertheless providing this is addressed elsewhere, it is a useful 'how to' text.
Good book, however might be to advanced for basic course level at Swedish university. However, potential for other courses (advanced level)
This is a very helpful text indeed but it's vital but narrower focus make it a very useful supplemental or reference text but not an essential core text for those in this stream of study. For some it will be well worth the purchase investment though. Particularly those needing extra insight and assistance with shaping investigative data gathering for their dissertation and the underlying research required for applied theology at master's level.
An interesting and welcome outline of practical approaches to making use of both quantitative and qualitative methods. It is nice to see an integrative approach. This would be well suited to masters level study of methods.
Although I found some interesting ideas within this book I thought it would not engaging enough for students and that some of the terminology was unfortunately not accessible enough for the level of learning.
Very good read, with lots of key elements we are looking to involve within the course
An absolutely timely text in the growing field of practice based research which is invaluable for mature professionals as well as more standard postgraduate students.
Whereas many books focus solely on qualitative or quantitative research, this book is very useful for those who want to combine both types of research. It not only clearly discusses the strengths of combining specific methods, but pays also attention to the steps to be taken in the research process.
This is a text that will offer a great alternative to students studying at doctoral level. The practical examples offered add to the clarity of this book which deals cmprehensively with issues of mixed methods research.
