RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODOLOGY
by Manuel Arzaba
1. THE RESEARCH PROCESS
1.1. The researcher has to identify appropriate method to approach the problem. In order to give direction to this study, the research process onion of Saunders was adopted.
2. MIXED METHODS RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
2.1. Springfield and Teddlie (2003) define mixed methods design as a method that includes both qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis in parallel form.
2.2. They view it as the class of research where the researcher combines or mixes qualitative and quantitative research techniques, methods, approaches, concepts or language in a single study.
2.3. Participant enrichmentrefers to increasing the number of participants in the research.
2.4. Instrument fidelity refers to maximizing the appropriateness and/or utility of the instruments used in the study.
3. Steps in the process of conducting a mixed methods stud
3.1. 1. Determine if a Mixed Methods Study is Feasible
3.2. 2. Identify a Rationale for a Mixed Methods Study
3.3. 3. Identify the Data Collection Strategy and Type of Design
3.4. 4. Develop Quantitative and Qualitative Research Questions
3.5. 5. Collect Quantitative and Qualitative Data
3.6. 6.Analyse Data Separately or Concurrently
3.7. 7.Write the Report as a One-or-Two Phase Study
4. QUALITATIVE RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
4.1. Denzin and Lincoln (2005) define qualitative research as a situated activity which locates the observer in the world. It involves an interpretive, naturalistic approach to the world.
5. INTRODUCTION
5.1. This is necessary to ensure that the respondents in a study of this magnitude and complexity are not denied their subjective views on the phenomena being studied
6. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODOLOGY
6.1. RESEARCH
6.1.1. “Systematic investigation undertaken in order to discover new facts, get additionalinformation”.
6.2. RESEARCH DESIGN
6.2.1. For Durrheim research design is a strategic framework for action that serves as a bridge between research questions and the execution, or implementation of the research strategy.
6.3. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
6.3.1. Schwardt defines research methodology as a theory of how an inquiry should proceed. It involves analysis of the assumptions, principles and procedures in a particular approach to inquiry.