From Theory to Practice: Operationalizing Transformative Mixed Methods with and for the Studied Population

Camacho, Sayil

doi:10.1177/1558689819872614

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“…Data collection and analysis were conducted sequentially but with equal emphasis on quantitative (observable) and qualitative (narrative) components. Guided by Camacho (2020) and Creswell and Pluno Clark (2011), we operationalized the criteria for transformative sequential explanatory designs for each phase of the study, including problem definition, study design, sampling, data collection, and data analysis and reporting.…”

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The intersection of immigration policy impacts and COVID‐19 for Latinx young adults

Valdez

Walsdorf

Wagner

et al. 2022

American J of Comm Psychol

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For many Latinx young adults, COVID‐19 has exposed exclusionary policies that heighten risk for contracting the virus and that leave them and their parents unprotected. This study has a dual purpose; first, to quantitatively examine immigration policy impacts of discrimination, isolation, threats to family, and vulnerability, and their association to economic consequences experienced by Latinx young adults in Central Texas during the initial months of the COVID‐19 pandemic. Second, to qualitatively explore how policy impacts affected Latinx young adults during the pandemic, and the coping mechanisms they utilized to minimize these impacts. Quantitative results show that on average, Latinx young adults (N = 83) reported low discrimination and isolation but moderate threats to family and vulnerability, with rates of isolation and vulnerability higher for foreign‐born than U.S.‐born Latinx young adults. Perceived discrimination due to one's own or family immigration status was associated with economic hardship. Qualitative findings show that Latinx young adults (n = 21) experienced (a) precarious conditions that pose a threat of COVID‐19 infection for Latinxs, (b) parental job loss due to vulnerable employment leads to deprivation, and (c) policies that disproportionally discriminate against the Latinx community and exclude them from vital services. Despite these challenges, participants also drew on resilience and expressed hope for the future. The article concludes with implications for policymakers and practitioners to provide protections and services to Latinx young adults and their family members.

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The intersection of immigration policy impacts and COVID‐19 for Latinx young adults

Valdez

Walsdorf

Wagner

et al. 2022

American J of Comm Psychol

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“…More recently, the idea of the transformative paradigm in MMR has emerged (Camacho, 2020). Mertens (2012) postulates that this approach ‘emphasizes the pursuit of social justice and the furtherance of human rights’ (p. 256).…”

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Getting the methods right: Challenges and appropriateness of mixed methods research in health‐related doctoral studies

McKenna

Copnell

Smith

2020

Journal of Clinical Nursing

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Aims To examine issues around the use of mixed methods research in doctoral research in nursing and healthcare. We raise questions around challenges and appropriateness of this type of research methodology for doctoral students. Background In recent years, mixed methods research has grown rapidly in health‐related research. As an emerging research methodology, mixed methods research has much to offer doctoral researchers in health care who increasingly are faced with complex research issues. However, despite evolving as a research paradigm, researchers from both qualitative and quantitative perspectives have hotly debated application of mixed methods approaches. The body of supporting knowledge underpinning mixed methods research continues to grow and become refined. Evolving complexities pose new challenges for newly‐enrolled doctoral students. Design Discussion paper. Method Using a discursive approach, we raise questions around the challenges and appropriateness of this type of research methodology for doctoral students. Results Mixed methods research poses a unique range of methodological challenges that need to be carefully considered by research students when choosing their research methodology. These include scope of methodological learning required, additional time for data collection and analysis, need to acquire additional skill sets, approaches to reporting study results, dissemination of findings and specific supervisory support and thesis examination issues. Conclusions Mixed methods approaches can make important contributions to clinical research. However, their application to doctoral studies is challenging and should only be considered where appropriate to answer the research question. Relevance to clinical practice Mixed methods research approaches are commonly used in doctoral studies undertaken to understand clinical nursing practice and can make an important contribution to knowledge. However, there is a need for appropriate application of the methodology to ensure strong, appropriate research outcomes.

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“…Therefore, researchers gain the responsibility of interrogating whose version of reality is promoted and how power and oppression influence the promotion of that reality (Mertens, 2012). The transformative paradigm has been applied in studies across disciplines including education, healthcare, policy, and sustainability (Camacho, 2020; Canales, 2013; Mertens, 2018; Sweetman et al, 2010).…”

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Integrating Transformative Considerations and Quantitative Results Through a Participant Selection Joint Display in Explanatory Sequential Mixed Methods Studies

James

DeJonckheere

Guetterman

2022

Journal of Mixed Methods Research

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Integrating philosophical or paradigmatic dimensions in mixed methods research studies facilitates the development of stronger meta-inferences. The transformative paradigm and the explanatory sequential mixed methods design share a focus on developing sampling criteria, but with different priorities. This article contributes to the field of mixed methods research by presenting a method of integrating transformative sampling considerations in explanatory sequential designs through a participant selection joint display. The approach presented addresses concerns regarding transparency of research decisions in mixed methods studies, while providing a method of centering the transformative paradigm in mixed methods integration procedures.

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From Theory to Practice: Operationalizing Transformative Mixed Methods with and for the Studied Population

Cited by 12 publications

References 39 publications

The intersection of immigration policy impacts and COVID‐19 for Latinx young adults

The intersection of immigration policy impacts and COVID‐19 for Latinx young adults

Getting the methods right: Challenges and appropriateness of mixed methods research in health‐related doctoral studies

Integrating Transformative Considerations and Quantitative Results Through a Participant Selection Joint Display in Explanatory Sequential Mixed Methods Studies

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