Mixed Methods

Catalog description

This doctoral course is designed to introduce students to the principles and methods of mixed methods (qualitative and quantitative) in research. The course will cover the origins and ongoing development of mixed methods as a separate and evolving mode of inquiry offering notable benefits for addressing topics of research common in social work research, e.g. racial/ethnic disparities, child and family welfare, mental illness and recovery, substance misuse, disabilities, LGBTQI issues, chronic illness, homelessness, aging, etc. Various core and complex designs will be described and exemplified as well as methods of interpretation, integration and presentation of mixed methods studies. Exemplar studies will be used to illustrate the extensive diversity and complexity of mixed methods as practiced including work by scholars in critical theory, anti-racism, participatory action and other inclusive methods.** Prerequisites - must have completed a course in qualitative methods. **Open ONLY to doctoral students.**