How Researchers Develop and Use Joint Displays in Mixed-Methods Research: A Qualitative Study

• In Event: 26.062 - Mixed-Methods Research: Methodology, Coursework, and Application

Abstract

Although mixed methods approaches offer great potential, the value of using mixed methods research is not realized if the researchers do not effectively integrate the quantitative and qualitative components of their study (Teddlie & Tashakkori, 2009). The purpose of this research is to describe how experienced mixed methods researchers develop and use joint displays to facilitate integration in mixed methods research studies. Building on a prior analysis of published joint displays, we identified and interviewed mixed methods researchers who have made effective use of joint displays. The resulting themes and process descriptions suggest guidelines to assist researchers in the development of joint displays that explicitly integrate quantitative and qualitative aspects in the context of mixed methods research studies.

Authors

• Khahlia Sanders, University of Cincinnati

• Vicki L. Plano Clark, University of Cincinnati