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This practical, hands-on guide helps beginning researchers create a mixed methods research proposal for their dissertations, grants, or general research studies. The book intertwines descriptions of the components of a research proposal (introduction, lit

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PublisherSAGE Publications, Incorporated

ISBN-101483365786

ISBN-139781483365787

eBay Product ID (ePID)219679764

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Number of Pages288 Pages

Publication NameDeveloping a Mixed Methods Proposal : a Practical Guide for Beginning Researchers

LanguageEnglish

SubjectResearch

Publication Year2016

TypeNot Available

AuthorJessica Decuir-Gunby, Paul A. Schutz

Subject AreaRéférence, Social Science

SeriesMixed Methods Research Ser.

FormatTrade Paperback

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Item Height0.5 in

Item Weight13.9 Oz

Item Length9 in

Item Width6 in

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LCCN2016-006983

ReviewsThe book can serve as a reference for my students' dissertation writing. Also, from teaching point of view, the book also provides good activities for the instructors to use in their instructions., This text is one of the most superior texts that I have come across in Mixed Methods Research. This is a gem of a book and a must have for any serious-minded researcher., This book provides the clarity of a proven design approach, so common mistakes or more often oversights don't happen., We have all waited a long time for a good book on developing a mixed methods proposal. DeCuir-Gunby and Schutz have delivered this book to us. They write in clear, straight-forward language, they include the latest advances in mixed methods, they incorporate activities, further readings, and sample sessions illustrating the use of each chapter's content. I especially liked the 'real-world' sample proposal at the end on racial microaggressions. I will encourage workshop participants and students to study this chapter closely. This is a must-read book in the field of mixed methods.

Dewey Edition23

Series Volume Number5

Dewey Decimal001.44

Intended AudienceCollege Audience

Lc Classification NumberH62.D355 2017

Table of ContentChapter 1. Why a Guide for Developing Mixed Methods Proposals? What is Mixed Methods research? What are the Advantages of Mixed Methods Research? What should you consider when engaging in mixed methods research? What does a Mixed Methods Research Proposal Look Like? Practice SessionChapter 2. The Role of Theory in Mixed Methods Research What role does theory play in a mixed methods research proposal? Practice SessionChapter 3. Asking Appropriate Research QuestionsThe Role of Research Questions Types of Research Questions Creating Your Own Research Questions Practice SessionChapter 4. The Mixed Methods Proposal Introduction Purpose of the Mixed Methods Proposal Introduction Components of the Mixed Methods Proposal Introduction Practice SessionChapter 5. The Literature Review: Situating Your Mixed Methods Study in the Larger Context The Role of the Literature Review Preparing and Organizing Your Research Literature The Components of the Literature Review Writing the Literature Review Conclusion Practice SessionChapter 6. Mixed Methods Designs: Frameworks for Organizing Your Research Methods Learning the Language of Mixed Methods Designs Understanding Mixed Methods Designs Choosing a Mixed Methods Design Visually Representing your Mixed Methods Design Conclusion Practice SessionChapter 7. The Heart of the Mixed Methods Research Plan: Discussing Your Methods Section The Role of the Research Methods Section The Components of the Mixed Methods Research Section Conclusion Practice SessionChapter 8. A Little Lagniappe...A Little Something Extra The Supporting Sections of the Mixed Methods Proposal Writing and Talking About Your Mixed Methods Proposal Issues Beyond Writing the Mixed Methods Research Proposal Conclusion Practice SessionChapter 9. An Example of a Real-World Mixed Methods Research: The Racial Microaggressions Study Proposal Explanatory Mixed Methods Example