Identify situations in which mixed-methods designs are especially useful. Identify appropriate and efficient approaches to analyzing data in a mixed-methods study.

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12.1 Identify situations in which mixed-methods designs are especially useful.

12.2 Describe general characteristics and purposes of

(a) convergent designs,

(b) embedded designs,

(d) explanatory designs, and

(e) multiphase iterative designs.

12.3 Describe effective strategies for conducting mixed-methods research, especially those related to

(a) identifying research questions and hypotheses, (b) conducting a literature review, (c) choosing one or more samples, (d) maximizing the overall validity of a research project, and (e) addressing potential ethical concerns.

12.4 Identify appropriate and efficient approaches to analyzing data in a mixed-methods study.

12.5 Explain how you might conduct a systematic review of qualitative research studies regarding a particular topic

Identify situations in which mixed-methods designs are especially useful. Identify appropriate and efficient approaches to analyzing data in a mixed-methods study.