Mixing Methods in Psychology: The Integration of Qualitative and Quantitative Methods in Theory and Practice

by Zazie Todd

Can qualitative and quantitative methods be combined effectively in psychology? What are the practical and theoretical issues involved? Should different criteria be used to judge qualitative and quantitative research?

The acceptance of qualitative research methods in psychology has lead to a split between qualitative and quantitative methods and has raised questions about how best to assess the validity of research practice. While the two approaches...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415186501
• ISBN13: 9780415186506
• Release Date: July 2004
• Publisher: Psychology Press
• Length: 264 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.4" x 9.2"