Added Value, Challenges, and Lessons Learnt From a Longitudinal, Intergenerational Mixed-Methods Design

• In Event: Mixed Methods Research SIG Virtual Paper Session

Abstract

Longitudinal mixed methods designs are valuable to map individual life courses, success and parental investment in education, while accounting for structural and institutional factors. While the quantitative approach allows testing the importance of aspirations for educational success, the qualitative approach allows for a deeper understanding of the underlying mechanisms. Additionally, the intergenerational interview data add another perspective on educational aspirations, strategies and educational trajectories. With this approach, the PICE study contributes to understanding the interplay of structural and individual aspects of the educational success of minority groups. The qualitative interviews expand the rich quantitative TREE data. This enables comparisons of vulnerable groups as well as intergenerational comparisons. This contribution elaborates on the challenges and lessons learnt from such a design.

Authors

• Chantal D. Kamm, University of Bern
  Presenting Author

• Marieke Heers, University of Lausanne
  Non-Presenting Author