Key Factors and Observed Patterns in Recent Doctorates’ Learning about Mixed Methods Research: A Mixed Methods Social Network Analysis Study

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Abstract

Mixed methods research (MMR) is an approach that has been used increasingly across disciplines. Despite the growing interest in MMR and expectation of scholars being proficient in using MMR with the knowledge, skills, and experiences needed to conduct MMR studies, how researchers learn about MMR remains unknown. To address this gap, this study aimed to explain key factors and observed patterns in recent doctorates’ learning about MMR during their doctoral education. The author employed mixed methods social network analysis approach by intersecting MMR and social network analysis.

Author

• Sinem Toraman, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center