Download or read book An Introduction to Fully Integrated Mixed Methods Research written by Elizabeth G. Creamer and published by SAGE Publications. This book was released on 2017-02-09 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This practical book provides the tools needed to design, execute, and evaluate fully integrated mixed methods research studies. A uniting metaphor of the architectural arch helps students understand the benefits of a mixed methods approach as they consider ways to integrate the qualitative and quantitative strands at all stages of design and execution. With use of examples from popular media and published research, this text also includes a detailed discussion of ways to accomplish mixing methods during data collection and analysis and a separate chapter on designing and executing a realistic mixed methods dissertation.