The Oxford Handbook of Multimethod and Mixed Methods Research Inquiry (Oxford Library of Psychology)

About this book

Offering a variety of innovative methods and tools The Oxford Handbook of Multimethod and Mixed Methods Research Inquiry provides the most comprehensive and up-to-date presentation on multi- and mixed-methods research available. Written in clear and concise language by leading scholars in the field it enhances and disrupts traditional ways of asking and addressing complex research questions. Topics include an overview of theory paradigms and scientific inquiry; a guide to conducting a multi- and mixed-methods research study from start to finish; current uses of multi- and mixed-methods research across academic disciplines and research fields; the latest technologies and how they can be incorporated into study design; and a presentation of multiple perspectives on the key remaining debates. Each chapter in the volume is structured to include state-of-the-art research examples that cross a range of disciplines and interdisciplinary research settings. In addition the Handbook offers multiple quantitative and qualitative theoretical and interdisciplinary visions and praxis. Researchers faculty graduate students and policy makers will appreciate the exceptional timely and critical coverage in this Handbook which deftly addresses the interdisciplinary and complex questions that a diverse set of research communities are facing today.