Doctoral Students' Perceptions of Mixed-Methods Research: Value, Rigor, and Feasibility

• In Event: Marriott Roundtable Session Two
  In Roundtable Session: Quality, Rigor, and Validity in Mixed-Methods Research (Table 3)

Abstract

This study concurrent mixed methods study examined doctoral students’ (N=22) perceptions of the value, rigor, and feasibility of mixed methods research, as well as their training needs. We use descriptive statistics to analyze closed-ended survey data and axial coding to analyze open-ended survey responses and course discussion boards. Findings indicate that students believe that mixed methods research holds immense value, may provide differing insights and voices for varying groups, and provides rigorous results that bring together multiple perspectives. However, students also believe it may be more work, and thus, less feasible for more novice researchers. Results also suggest that students’ additional needs are based on their own interests in specific research methods and in results integration.

Authors

• Olivia G. Stewart, St. John's University
  Presenting Author

• Kyle DeMeo Cook, Boston University
  Presenting Author