Mixed Method Design in Educational Research

Catalog description

This course is appropriate for students considering a mixed methodology for the dissertation. The course includes a discussion of study designs available to the researcher and examines the four types commonly used for mixed methodology. Designs discussed include experimental, correlational, survey, grounded theory, ethnographic, action research, and narrative. Mixed method designs examined include triangulation, embedded, explanatory, and exploratory. Discussion of appropriate use of qualitative and quantitative data and clear communication of study results is included.