Mixed Method Research Designs

Convergent Parallel Design

When data collection and analysis of both quantitative and qualitative data occur simultaneously and are analyzed separately.

Embedded Design

When the quantitative and qualitative data are collected simultaneously, but the qualitative data is embedded within the quantitative data.

Explanatory Sequential Design

Quantitative data is collected first, followed by qualitative data.

Exploratory Sequential Design

Collects qualitative data first, followed by quantitative data.

Multistage

Intervention

Case Study

Participatory

Four advanced frameworks to extend mixed methods research designs.

Multistage

This framework mixes qualitative and quantitative data collection methods in stages to gather a more nuanced view of the research question.

Intervention

This design involves collecting quantitative data and then taking action, usually in the form of an intervention or intervention program.

Case Study

This utilizes both qualitative and quantitative research methods to analyze a single case.

Participatory

This type of research focuses on the involvement of participants in the research process.