Mixed-methods in Research

# Mixed-Methods Research: From Qualitative Inquiry to Quantitative Validation

**Duration:** 30 Hours (15 Lectures × 2 Hours)

## Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

* Understand the principles of mixed-methods research.

* Conduct qualitative analysis of textual data.

* Develop codes, categories, and themes from qualitative findings.

* Construct a questionnaire based on qualitative evidence.

* Collect quantitative data from a defined population.

* Analyze quantitative data and integrate qualitative and quantitative findings.

* Prepare a mixed-methods research report.

## Module I: Introduction to Mixed-Methods Research (4 Hours)

* Meaning and characteristics of mixed-methods research

* Rationale for integrating qualitative and quantitative approaches

* Sequential Exploratory Mixed-Methods Design (QUAL → quan)

* Applications in psychology, education, literature, nursing, and social sciences

## Module II: Qualitative Phase – Textual Analysis (8 Hours)

* Selection of the text (e.g., *Chandalika*)

* Close reading and familiarization

* Identifying meaning units

* Open coding

* Categorization of codes

* Theme development through thematic analysis

* Ensuring credibility and reflexivity in qualitative research

## Module III: Instrument Development (6 Hours)

* Converting themes into measurable constructs

* Writing questionnaire items

* Response formats (Likert, semantic differential, ranking)

* Content validation by experts

* Pilot testing and questionnaire refinement

## Module IV: Quantitative Phase (8 Hours)

* Defining the target population

* Sampling techniques

* Questionnaire administration

* Data coding and entry

* Descriptive statistics

* Introduction to inferential statistics

* Reliability analysis and construct validation

## Module V: Integration and Report Writing (4 Hours)

* Integrating qualitative and quantitative findings

* Joint interpretation of results

* Writing a mixed-methods research report

* Limitations, ethical considerations, and future directions

## Practical Components

1. Read and analyze *Chandalika*.

2. Generate qualitative codes.

3. Organize codes into categories.

4. Develop themes.

5. Construct a questionnaire from the themes.

6. Conduct expert validation.

7. Administer the questionnaire to a selected population.

8. Analyze survey data.

9. Integrate qualitative and quantitative findings.

10. Prepare and present a mixed-methods research report.

## Suggested Readings

1. Creswell, J. W., & Plano Clark, V. L. *Designing and Conducting Mixed Methods Research.*

2. Braun, V., & Clarke, V. *Thematic Analysis: A Practical Guide.*

3. Creswell, J. W., & Poth, C. N. *Qualitative Inquiry and Research Design.*

4. Tashakkori, A., & Teddlie, C. *SAGE Handbook of Mixed Methods in Social & Behavioral Research.*

This syllabus closely follows your intended research pipeline:

**Literary Text (Chandalika) → Thematic Analysis → Coding → Categories → Themes → Questionnaire Development → Survey → Statistical Analysis → Integration of Findings → Research Report.**