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Nzabonimpa, Jean Providence. "Quantitizing and qualitizing (im-)possibilities in mixed methods research." Methodological Innovations 11, no. 2 (2018): 205979911878902. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/2059799118789021.
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Mixed methods research has gained momentum over the past decade, but critics rightly charge that the integration of qualitative and quantitative data remains an unresolved methodological issue. While each of the dualistic and canonized methodological paradigms has its own way of handling analysis, researchers in mixed methods as a new paradigm have invested considerable efforts in more complex mixed analysis. They use the quantitizing of qualitative data and qualitizing of quantitative data as the strategies to effect data integration in mixed methods research. While attempts have been made to achieve quantitizing and qualitizing of data, few empirical studies have been conducted in a two-phase convergent parallel mixed methods design to investigate such data conversion approaches, especially dichotomization, within a single inquiry. To contribute to this ongoing methodological quest, this article explores the possibilities and impossibilities offered by either strategy to convert narratives into numerical data and numerical data into narratives.
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Cabig, Julius Clyde, and Linagyn Gementiza-Cubio. "Attitudes of Students towards Learning Geometry: A Mixed Method Study." Psychology and Education: A Multidisciplinary Journal 32, no. 6 (2025): 711–37. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14921898.
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Attitudes towards learning the subject play a crucial role in students’ engagement in class. Knowing the attitudes of students towards learning geometry can help identify the pedagogical approach and the support needed for their personal and professional development. However, research on the status of students’ attitudes towards learning geometry is limited. The study aimed to describe the lived experiences of mathematics teacher education students in a local college on their geometry attitudes. This study engaged mixed method design, utilizing a parallel convergent approach. The participants of the study were the mathematics education students from first year to third year. There were 212 students who were randomly selected for quantitative and 14 for the qualitative. Based on the results of the study, it was determined that the status of student’s attitude towards learning geometry is high. The results from the quantitative and qualitative converged when they were being corroborated. The results confirms that mathematics major students appreciate geometry for its practical applications in daily life and future careers. Their genuine interest in the subject fosters’ confidence, leading to higher academic achievements. Moreover, the students find enjoyment in exploring the diverse and relevant topics within geometry, further enhancing their learning experience. The findings suggest that students should develop a strong grasp of geometry and cultivate a keen interest in learning the subject, students may regularly practice geometric problems, use extra learning materials like books and online resources, solve real-life geometry problems to see its practical uses, and stay curious and persistent when facing difficulties. This approach will help them build confidence and develop a positive attitude towards geometry.
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Adhikari, Ramesh, and Tatwa Prasad Timsina. "An Educational Study Focused on the Application of Mixed Method Approach as a Research Method." OCEM Journal of Management, Technology & Social Sciences 3, no. 1 (2024): 94–109. http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/ocemjmtss.v3i1.62229.
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This paper introduces and analyses a mixed-methods approach and further analyses the strengths and limitations of the convergent parallel design in the educational research studies. Our study serves a valuable purpose in clear patterns, trends, and statistical association relevant to the impact of independent variables on dependent variables throughout the course of the study. Concurrently, this research design facilitates a holistic comprehension of the research problem by enabling a complicated examination from various perspectives. The analysis of this paper is based on books, articles, dissertations, and online papers where different research methods are applied in different studies. The analysis highlights that qualitative and quantitative data are collected simultaneously and independently in a convergent parallel mixed methods design. It is followed by integrating and comparing the two data types during the analysis and interpretation phase. The analysis further highlights that a quantitative survey could be administered to a larger population sample to collect numerical data based on the research questions and other relevant variables. The analysis also suggests that once the data collection is completed, the author should independently conduct separate analyses for the quantitative and qualitative data. The analysis signifies that quantitative analysis can cover descriptive statistics, inferential tests, and binary logistic regression analysis to analyze the quantitative data and identify significant associations between the independent and dependent variables. The qualitative data analysis method is content analysis to identify codes, key codes, subcategories, and main categories within the qualitative data. The analysis shows that during the integration phase, a comparative analysis has to be conducted between the quantitative and qualitative findings to identify convergence, divergence, and contrast points between the two data sets. The results highlight that a triangulation approach supports establishing a cohesive analysis, which involves exploring the interconnections and mutual reinforcement between the qualitative and quantitative outcomes in the same format with more clarity. The analysis of this integrated analytical effort is subsequently incorporated into the discussion section. The analysis further indicates that the convergent parallel design is one of the mixed methods designs. In this section, the author’s responsibility lies in elucidating the consequences and interpretations drawn from the integrated results, encompassing theoretical foundations and practical implications.
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Mosquida, Febie Marie, and Kristy Jane Muegna. "Exploring Gender Equality Awareness among Education Students: A Convergent Parallel Mixed-Methods Study." Psychology and Education: A Multidisciplinary Journal 30, no. 2 (2025): 368–94. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14604063.
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The study aimed to determine the level of knowledge that education students possess regarding gender equality, focusing on their knowledge, practices, and attitudes among men, women, and members of LGBTQ+. Utilizing a mixed-methods design with a parallel convergent approach, the research engaged 304 students across various disciplines—78 generalists, 97 English majors, 77 Filipino majors, and 52 mathematics students—selected through stratified sampling for quantitative data. For qualitative insights, 17 participants were purposefully chosen, comprising ten for in-depth interviews and seven for focus group discussions. Results, with the use of descriptive analysis, indicated a high overall awareness of gender equality among education students. Through a process of coding and condensing the code, gender-based expectations, discrimination, the need for equal treatment, alongside challenges in career development due to gender norms, the importance of embracing diverse identities, role modeling, empowering students through experiences, and enhancing advocacy for gender equality. This highlights the complexity of awareness and the need for actionable practices among future educators. The results from the quantitative and qualitative analysis converged when they were corroborated. Education workshops as a form of intervention scheme emerged.
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Huang, Yuanyuan, Yuhan Wang, and Younghwan Pan. "Investigating consumers’ experiences with community supported agriculture: Convergent parallel design methods." PLOS ONE 19, no. 5 (2024): e0303184. http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0303184.
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Community-supported agriculture (CSA) represents a collaborative model where local farms and community members form partnerships to facilitate the direct delivery of fresh produce from farms to consumers. This study primarily investigates the experiences of current CSA members, focusing on the key factors influencing their retention intentions. Employing a convergent parallel mixed methods approach, this study gathers and analyzes both quantitative data (such as factors affecting members’ retention intentions) and qualitative data (derived from interviews reflecting members’ perceptions of their CSA experiences). The integration of these datasets provides a comprehensive understanding of the factors that shape CSA membership dynamics. The research findings underscore that Convenience, Product Quality, and Positive Interactions are pivotal factors that contribute to members’ Intentions to continue their CSA memberships. These insights are crucial for enhancing the services provided to CSA members and hold significant implications for the broader scope of CSA membership research. This study not only fills a critical gap in understanding the Chinese CSA context but also contributes to the global discourse on sustainable agriculture practices and community engagement.
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Titular, Keith Ayrand. "Convergent Parallel Mixed Methods Study of Emotional Well-Being in Philippine Drag Performers." Psychology and Education: A Multidisciplinary Journal 34, no. 1 (2025): 73–92. https://doi.org/10.70838/pemj.340106.
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This convergent parallel mixed-method research aimed to determine the relationship between emotional well-being and personal growth among drag performers in the Philippines. Using snowball sampling, thirty (30) drag performers in Metro Manila were the respondents, whereas, in the qualitative phase, five (5) drag performers were the participants with ages ranging from 18-50 years and an experience of at least six months or more. The results revealed that respondents had an Average Level (3.36) of Emotional Well-being and a Very High (5.31) level of Personal Growth. There was no significant relationship (r=-.032, p=.867) between emotional well-being and personal growth among drag performers. Using semi-structured interview guide questions, the qualitative phase generated eight (8) themes, namely: Feeling Welcomed and Accepted; Mockery and Sexism; Emotional Distancing; Escape and Optimism; Passion and Purpose of Being a Drag Queen; Financial and Professional Challenges; Confidence Building; and Learning New Skills and Self-Acceptance. The integration phase revealed that because of social expectations and misconceptions about their art form, they frequently encountered prejudice and judgment. However, their passion for drag kept them going, fostering a stronger sense of resilience and self-acceptance. Certain performers have distinct coping strategies, as creative expression in the form of dance, makeup, and costume creation serves as a crucial coping mechanism. Emotional distancing and escape are two strategies in which performers remove themselves from uncomfortable circumstances. Furthermore, humor and optimism are important defense strategies against discrimination and mockery. The function of peer and community support, which provides strong, encouraging networks, is frequently emphasized within the drag community. The study's goal was to raise awareness of the emotional difficulties drag performers experience and the positive aspects of drag in their lives, ultimately providing actionable recommendations to help improve their overall well-being. The title of the proposed program is “Unapologetic Voices: Empowering Drag Performers.”
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Titular, Keith Ayrand. "Convergent Parallel Mixed Methods Study of Emotional Well-Being in Philippine Drag Performers." Psychology and Education: A Multidisciplinary Journal 34, no. 1 (2025): 73–92. https://doi.org/10.70838/pemj.340106.
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This convergent parallel mixed-method research aimed to determine the relationship between emotional well-being and personal growth among drag performers in the Philippines. Using snowball sampling, thirty (30) drag performers in Metro Manila were the respondents, whereas, in the qualitative phase, five (5) drag performers were the participants with ages ranging from 18-50 years and an experience of at least six months or more. The results revealed that respondents had an Average Level (3.36) of Emotional Well-being and a Very High (5.31) level of Personal Growth. There was no significant relationship (r=-.032, p=.867) between emotional well-being and personal growth among drag performers. Using semi-structured interview guide questions, the qualitative phase generated eight (8) themes, namely: Feeling Welcomed and Accepted; Mockery and Sexism; Emotional Distancing; Escape and Optimism; Passion and Purpose of Being a Drag Queen; Financial and Professional Challenges; Confidence Building; and Learning New Skills and Self-Acceptance. The integration phase revealed that because of social expectations and misconceptions about their art form, they frequently encountered prejudice and judgment. However, their passion for drag kept them going, fostering a stronger sense of resilience and self-acceptance. Certain performers have distinct coping strategies, as creative expression in the form of dance, makeup, and costume creation serves as a crucial coping mechanism. Emotional distancing and escape are two strategies in which performers remove themselves from uncomfortable circumstances. Furthermore, humor and optimism are important defense strategies against discrimination and mockery. The function of peer and community support, which provides strong, encouraging networks, is frequently emphasized within the drag community. The study's goal was to raise awareness of the emotional difficulties drag performers experience and the positive aspects of drag in their lives, ultimately providing actionable recommendations to help improve their overall well-being. The title of the proposed program is “Unapologetic Voices: Empowering Drag Performers.”
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SARICAN, Elif. "Are the Learning Styles of Elementary School Students Related to Their Academic Success? A Study of Mixed Research Methods." International Journal of Psychology and Educational Studies 8, no. 4 (2021): 110–24. http://dx.doi.org/10.52380/ijpes.2021.8.4.606.
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The aim of this study is to point out the relationship between learning styles and the academic. The purpose of this study is to show the relationship between learning styles and academic achievement of 4th grade elementary students. The study was designed according to the convergent parallel design, one of the mixed research designs in which quantitative and qualitative research methods are used together. While the quantitative and qualitative data are collected together in accordance with the convergent parallel design, the data analysis is presented separately in the results section. The study group of the research consists of 163 grade 4 primary school students, 74 girls (n=74) and 89 (n=89) boys, taught in a government primary school in Istanbul Turkey. To find out whether learning styles predict academic achievement, linear regression analysis was conducted. On the other hand, descriptive analysis and content analysis were used in the qualitative data analysis. In this study, it was found that learning styles predict academic achievement. It was also found that students tend to discover their own learning methods, and depending on which method they prefer, the academic area in which they succeed differs.
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Sharma, Dr Lok Raj, Sandesh Bidari, Dinesh Bidari, Sushil Neupane, and Rambabu Sapkota. "Exploring the Mixed Methods Research Design: Types, Purposes, Strengths, Challenges, and Criticisms." Global Academic Journal of Linguistics and Literature 5, no. 1 (2023): 3–12. http://dx.doi.org/10.36348/gajll.2023.v05i01.002.
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A mixed methods research design, which is a complex approach, combines both quantitative and qualitative data in a single study or succession of studies. This design can be particularly functional for exploring complex research questions that cannot be fully answered by using a single research design. Moreover, a mixed methods design is necessary to examine the relationships between different variables because examining the relationships between diverse variables is not viable just through a single research design. This design is required to complement and cater to the increasingly multifarious requirements of contemporary researchers. This article, which explores and discusses types, purposes, strengths, challenges and criticisms of the mixed methods research design as its objectives, stems from an analysis of some notable works in the field. It is grounded on the secondary qualitative data accumulated in the forms of words from journal articles and books related to the research designs. It assists the novices in the field of research in particular and other researchers in general by providing them with an overview of mixed methods design along with its types, such as convergent parallel, explanatory sequential, exploratory sequential, embedded, transformative and multi-phage designs.
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Amila NKK Gamage. "A comparative analysis of qualitative and mixed methods research: Strengths, limitations, and practical applications." World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews 25, no. 3 (2025): 2040–46. https://doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2025.25.3.0947.
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This paper provides a comparative analysis of qualitative and mixed methods research designs, focusing on their strengths, limitations, and practical applications across various research fields. Qualitative research aims to understand individuals' experiences and behaviors through approaches such as case studies, phenomenology, grounded theory, and ethnography. While these methods offer rich, in-depth insights into complex human phenomena, they often lack generalizability. In contrast, mixed methods research integrates qualitative and quantitative techniques, allowing researchers to leverage the strengths of both paradigms for a more comprehensive understanding. This paper explores key mixed methods designs, including convergent parallel, exploratory sequential, and explanatory sequential approaches, and examines their implementation in research. By evaluating the strengths and challenges of each methodology, this study provides practical guidance on selecting and applying the most appropriate research approach based on the research problem and objectives. The findings emphasize the significance of methodological alignment in ensuring research rigor, enhancing validity, and producing well-rounded insights.
Dissertations / Theses on the topic "Convergent parallel mixed methods research"
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Smith, Hezedean. "Attitudes of Emergency Medical Services Stakeholders in Barbados| A Convergent Parallel Mixed-Methods Study." Thesis, University of Phoenix, 2019. http://pqdtopen.proquest.com/#viewpdf?dispub=13805641.
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<p> This convergent parallel mixed-methods study was conducted to examine the attitudes of emergency medical services (EMS) stakeholders based on the “EMS Agenda for the Future.” A sample of 104 accident and emergency (A&E) doctors, prehospital EMS providers, and A&E nurses in Barbados participated. The tripartite model of attitudes (beliefs, affect, and behavior) was used as the theoretical underpinning. Data collected using electronic surveys and information from semi-structured interviews were analyzed. affect and belief measures exists across the three groups of EMS stakeholders. The application of regression models confirmed that a significant relationship between affect and belief measures of the EMS stakeholders existed. A significant relationship also exists between belief and behavior measures of prehospital EMS providers. This research places on improving public health by addressing the beliefs, affect, and behaviors of EMS stakeholders.</p><p>
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Sweeney, T. B. "A convergent parallel mixed methods investigation into the role of mindfulness in moderate to severe, persistent depression." Thesis, University of Nottingham, 2016. http://eprints.nottingham.ac.uk/37603/.
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Introduction: The construct of mindfulness, a non-judgemental awareness of present moment experience, has been increasingly recognised in recent years as being positively associated with psychological wellbeing. In light of accumulating evidence pointing to an inverse relationship between mindfulness and a wide range of psychological distress outcomes, including depression, mindfulness has been increasingly incorporated into modern psychotherapies and healthcare services, and the importance of psychometrically quantifying the construct of mindfulness has become paramount. One of the most reliable and valid instruments developed for the assessment of different aspects of dispositional mindfulness is the Five Facets Mindfulness Questionnaire (FFMQ; Baer et al., 2006), which measures the dimensions of ‘Nonreact’, ‘Observe’, ‘Actaware’, ‘Describe’ and ‘Nonjudge’. However, the psychometric properties of the FFMQ are yet to be tested in clinically depressed individuals with substantial levels of persistent depression. Moreover, there has been no attempt to date to qualitatively explore the experience of mindfulness in those naïve to mindfulness training in order to further determine its role in the management of depressive symptomatology. Methods: Using a convergent parallel mixed methods design, the present study investigated the psychometric properties of the FFMQ in a sample of 187 adults with moderate to severe, persistent depression recruited from a large National Institute for Health Research funded randomised controlled trial (Morriss et al., 2010). Internal consistency and test retest reliability (at six months) were assessed and construct validity was examined with confirmatory factor analyses (CFA) and by statistically correlating the FFMQ to measures of depression, and mindfulness-related constructs; self-compassion, rumination and experiential avoidance. In addition, using semi-structured interviews, a subset of 20 participants were interviewed to explore their experience of depression and perceived associated changes in dispositional mindfulness. Interview data were analysed using qualitative thematic analysis. Results: Results of psychometric testing supported the internal consistency and test-retest reliability of the FFMQ. CFA indicated that both a correlated and hierarchical model fit the data acceptably, with results slightly favouring the correlated model. Contrary to predictions however, CFA showed that the facet ‘Nonjudge’ did not load onto an overarching factor of mindfulness. ‘Nonjudge’ was further found to show a non-significant correlation with depression and only a weak correlation with experiential avoidance and rumination. Thematic analysis of the qualitative data indicated that participants’ ability to retain a non-judgmental awareness of present moment experience deteriorates with the onset of depressed mood. This seemed to occur automatically and deliberately as a strategy to avoid contact with painful internal and external experiences, hence indicating a self-inflicted process of awareness restriction that appears to be a contributing factor to the maintenance of depression. Conclusions: Contrary to what has been previously understood, albeit with different populations, the factor structure of the FFMQ alters in the face of moderate to severe, persistent depression, with the facet ‘Nonjudge’ no longer forming a component of this construct. Therefore, a four factor model (excluding Nonjudge) is proposed for use in this population. The qualitative data has provided possible explanations for the idiosyncratic behaviour of the facet Nonjudge in people experiencing moderate to severe, persistent depression. Both data sets converge to confirm an inverse relationship between mindfulness and depression. Moreover, the qualitative data suggests that deliberate efforts to restrict facets of mindfulness represents a conscious attempt to manage negative experiences that paradoxically maintains and aggravates depression. Future research following-up participants with substantial levels of depression into remission may shed further light on the role of mindfulness in moderate to severe, persistent depression.
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Goldsmith, Helen Anna. "The Incidence, Impact and Experience of Pain in Recently Discharged Adult Trauma Patients: A Convergent Parallel Mixed Methods Study." Thesis, The University of Sydney, 2017. http://hdl.handle.net/2123/17974.
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Introduction Despite being given ‘take-home’ analgesics and hospital discharge information, trauma patients frequently report pain at moderate to severe levels at home. Patients who have inadequate pain relief following injury can experience a delayed return to work, psychological stress, disability and chronic pain. Aim The aim of this thesis was to investigate the pain and pain management experiences of recently discharged adult trauma patients and to generate evidence to inform future interventions to improve pain management in this population. Methods A convergent parallel mixed methods study was conducted. Eighty-two participants completed questionnaires, medical records were reviewed and 12 semi-structured interviews were performed. Descriptive statistics were used for quantitative data analysis. Qualitative data were thematically analysed. Quantitative and qualitative data were then integrated to produce greater understanding of, and explanation for, the pain management practices of recently discharged adult trauma patients and to inform the recommendations from this research. Results The mean age of participants was 52 years (SD = 19.8), of which 54 (66%) were males. Approximately half of the participants (n = 43, 52%) had an Injury Severity Score (ISS) < 9, with two or three body regions typically injured. Participants were seen in the trauma outpatient clinic 16 days (IQR 14 − 23) after hospital discharge, with the majority of them reporting pain since discharge (n = 80, 98%). Injury pain was common, intense and debilitating and hospital discharge information and ‘take-home’ analgesics were inadequate. The trauma patients wanted to manage their pain independently at home; however, without sufficient knowledge or understanding about their injury trajectory and pain management, they did not have the confidence to do so. Conclusion Improved hospital discharge processes and specific injury discharge information and education are recommended to enhance the trauma patient’s understanding of the injury trajectory and their pain management practices. Better organisational processes, and information and education about pain and injury could facilitate the appropriate use of analgesics at home and improve the management of injury related pain.
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Vaughn, Ashley R. "The Effectiveness of a Refutation Text with Appeals to Expertise in Establishing Credibility for Conceptual Change: A Mixed Methods Study." University of Cincinnati / OhioLINK, 2018. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ucin1530023717896166.
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Doyle, Kerrie. "Psychological distress and community exclusion in Indigenous communities: a convergent parallel (mixed methods) study." Phd thesis, 2017. http://hdl.handle.net/1885/144180.
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Indigenous people make up approximately 3% of the Australian
population, but carry a heavy burden of mental ill-health. Almost
75% of Indigenous people have moderate to severe scores on the
Kessler 10 measure of psychological distress. Robust research
recognises racism as a risk factor for depression and social
exclusion. However, there are significant within-community
factors that add to the level of psychological distress. Using
Bronfenbrenner’s ecological social capital model, Tajfel’s
social identity theory and a created model of indigenist research
(the Yerin Dilly Bag model) a 52-item questionnaire was created
for a mixed method, parallel convergent study to answer the
research questions: 1) What are the risks and protective factors
that contribute to psychological distress in Indigenous
populations?; 2) What is the self-perceived level of community
inclusion / exclusion of Indigenous Australians?; 3) Is being
manifestly Indigenous a protective factor for the psychological
distress of Indigenous Australians?; and 4) What interactions of
Indigenous participants with their communities add to the
prediction of psychological distress?
Using a purposive snowball sampling technique, 172 participants
from 3 Indigenous communities completed either a hard or
electronic questionnaire that assessed the perceived level of
their community inclusion, their skin colour scores, their level
of psychological distress and using a modified Measure of
Indigenous Racism Experiences (Paradies, 2006), their experience
of lateral violence, or community exclusion. Of these
participants, 32 were interviewed using eco-map genograms to
prompt narrative style questions about their life experiences,
ending in 45.5 hours of recorded interviews.
Quantitative data was scored using SPSS V23, with descriptive and
interpretive results obtained. Qualitative findings were coded
using thematic analysis. Both data sets were then triangulated
looking for silence, dissonance, and agreements, using
Bronfenbrenner’s four systems of ecological social capital
model.
Results demonstrated that the most reliable predictor of
psychological distress in Indigenous people was community
exclusion. The risk factors for community exclusion are living
off country, having a different skin colour to the majority of
the community (either darker or fairer), and not being involved
with the Indigenous people in one’s family.
Interventions to improve mental well-being are best placed in the
mesosystem of Bronfenbrenner’s model, and might include
increasing access to family support services, and alternative
ways of being formally recognised as ‘Indigenous’. The Yerin
Dilly Bag model is a useful method for working in Indigenous
communities as it keeps the focus of the research on the best
outcomes for Indigenous communities, where the focus should
always be.
Policy makers need to consider vehicles of community and social
inclusion to decrease psychological distress and its concomitent
risk of depression in Indigenous people and communities.
Indigenous communities are often violent places, and all
interventions need to have community inclusion as a core
component. Unless this root cause of psychological distress is
addressed, Indigenous Australians will continue to live with a
high risk of inter and intra generational depression.
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Sturm, Judy. "'The blue arc of the rainbow' - Aboriginal women in the perinatal period and eHealth literacy: A convergent parallel mixed methods study." Thesis, 2017. http://hdl.handle.net/1828/7752.
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Health disparity research indicates that health illiteracy is associated with poorer health outcomes, greater risk of hospitalization, higher emergency room utilization, and increased death (Collins, Currie, Bakken, Vawdrey & Stone, 2012; Skopelja, Whipple & Richwine, 2013). Health information is increasingly being transitioned to online formats and according to Usher and Skinner (2010) the newest challenge that healthcare consumers face in taking control of their health is their ability to access, evaluate and incorporate the large amount of health information available on the Internet. Achieving a better understanding of the eHealth literacy levels of Aboriginal women and how they use technology to access health information may support better health outcomes in a variety of settings including the perinatal period which is important not only for the mother’s health, but her child’s as well.
This mixed methods study explored the eHealth literacy knowledge, attitudes and skills of urban Aboriginal women in the perinatal period residing in a small city in British Columbia. A convergent parallel design was used to collect both qualitative and quantitative data from five study participants. Due to the small sample size study findings need to be interpreted with caution. The results may demonstrate that urban Aboriginal women in the perinatal period are comfortable and competent in accessing health information on the Internet. They identified the following as areas for improvement: (1) identifying if the information they retrieve is credible, (2) improving the cultural appropriateness of health information and websites, (3) improving access through continuing to build technology and search skills for Aboriginal women, and (4) supporting better access to the Internet and technology equipment for those Aboriginal women still affected by the digital divide.<br>Graduate
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Nukunah, Chimese Nkouamou Tankou Epse. "An evaluation of the BankSETA certificate in management development programme using Kirkpatrick's four-level model." Diss., 2016. http://hdl.handle.net/10500/25222.
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To date, there has been little, if any, holistic evaluation of one of the BankSETA programmes that bank employees are nominated to attend, the Certificate in Management Development (CMD). The programme began in 2010 with the aim of increasing the pool of skills in entry-level management occupations in the banking and micro-finance sector (BankSETA, 2016). In order to verify whether the CMD programme has achieved the purpose for which it was instituted by the BankSETA, it is important that a programme evaluation be conducted.
The main aim of this study was to undertake a holistic evaluation of the CMD programme to determine students’ perceptions, their increase in knowledge, their ability to apply on-the-job learning and the impact of the programme on the organisation. It also aimed to identify any barriers or obstacles and to provide recommendations to the BankSETA.
Kirkpatrick’s (1996) four-level model of reaction, learning, behaviour and results was used as the theoretical framework for this study. A convergent parallel design was used to gather and analyse the data. The convergent design allowed the researcher to use quantitative and qualitative data-collection methods simultaneously, prioritising the methods equally and keeping each phase independent during analysis, and to then mix the results during the overall interpretation of the findings.
The findings of this study highlight the importance of programme evaluation and how indispensable this practice is to the success of any programme. Even though positive results were conveyed at every phase of the study, there are certain areas that can be improved upon in order to maximise the outcomes of the CMD programme.<br>Business Management<br>M. Com. (Business Management)
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Ogunmakinde, Olabode Emmanuel. "Developing a circular-economy-based construction waste minimisation framework for Nigeria." Thesis, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/1959.13/1407524.
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Research Doctorate - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)<br>The construction industry plays a significant role in developing and developed nation’s growth. It has been criticised as unsustainable because it impacts negatively on the environment and makes onerous demands on natural resources. Therefore researchers, policy makers, governments and non-governmental organisations have recognised the need to promote sustainable construction. Nigeria, one of Africa’s fastest-growing economies and the most populous, is endeavouring to implement sustainable practices. Its construction industry is viewed as lacking sustainable construction approaches such as waste management. The industry is heavily dependent on natural resources and its activities contribute to environmental degradation. A number of studies have identified high volumes of waste and this has highlighted the need for alternative approaches to the current traditional method of construction linked to the linear economy. The circular economy is a concept that integrates material repair, reduction, reuse, and recycling. Although the circular economy has not been applied in Nigeria, it has been adopted in the manufacturing, steel, and agricultural sectors in countries like China, Scotland, and Finland, while others are considering its adoption. The circular economy requires a holistic approach to be effectively and efficiently mainstreamed. Despite its advantages, there has been little investigation of its adoption for the Nigerian construction industry. The aim of this study is to develop a circular-economy-based construction material waste minimisation framework for Nigeria with a view to achieving sustainable construction. The objectives are, first, to identify types, causes, and methods of disposal for material waste. Second, to investigate the awareness, attitudes, and perceptions of Nigerian building construction firms to material waste minimisation. Third, to investigate current approaches to material waste minimisation at the design, procurement, and construction phases. Fourth, to investigate the extent to which the 3R principle has been adopted. Fifth, to identify policies or legislative measures and implementation methods for waste minimisation. Finally, to develop a circular-economy-based construction waste minimisation framework and investigate readiness for its adoption by Nigerian building construction firms. This study is founded on literature about construction waste management, the Nigerian construction industry, construction processes and phases as well as sustainable construction. The concept of the circular economy, including its origins, definitions, principles, characteristics, approaches, drivers, challenges, and benefits have been reviewed. The foundations of the circular economy and theoretical perspectives underpinning its integration have also been reviewed. This study has been viewed from a pragmatic philosophical stance that encourages the use of methods appropriate for the problem. A convergent parallel mixed methods approach was employed to obtain primary data from building construction firms in Lagos, Nigeria. Using a concurrent triangulation design, data obtained from a questionnaire survey were triangulated with data from semi-structured interviews and direct observation. Secondary data were collected via a traditional literature review. Quantitative data were analysed using SPSS. The tests conducted are the relative importance index analysis, factor analysis, Kruskal-Wallis test, and the Spearman’s rank correlation. Qualitative data were analysed through thematic analysis using NVivo 11 to identify key themes, relationships, coding, and sorting into categories. To ensure reliability and validity of the questionnaire data, a Cronbach’s Alpha test was conducted, with a result of 0.83 indicating good reliability and validity. A rigorous process, including a review of the research problem, design, and interview questions, as well as six rechecks of interview transcripts, ensured reliability and generalisability of the qualitative data. Findings suggest that concrete, timber products, and offcut tiles are the main types of waste generated in the Nigerian construction industry. The causes of these types of waste at the design, procurement, and construction phases are design changes, substandard materials, and quality of supervision, respectively. Nigerian building construction firms demonstrate a high level of awareness of the effects of material waste, while exhibiting positive attitudes to waste minimisation. However, their perceptions vary, although the majority perceived environmental protection as an important factor for waste minimisation. The relationships between the Nigerian building construction firms’ awareness, attitudes, and perceptions indicate that these are influenced by their perceptions. Furthermore, the study reveals that design for material optimisation is the design approach most frequently embraced to minimise waste, while design for reuse and recycling is the least frequently used. The most significant procurement approach adopted by the Nigerian building construction firms is to purchase durable materials. A factor analysis of procurement approaches was conducted, and two factors labelled “act green” and “buy green” were extracted. For construction approaches, stock control, effective team work, and avoiding excavation of unnecessary soil were identified as the most important processes, while factor analysis of construction approaches yielded three factors, namely: strategies, techniques, and operations. These approaches to waste minimisation differ among medium and large-scale construction companies. Additionally, the research has revealed reuse of formwork and scaffolding as the most significant approach of the 3Rs principle (reduce, reuse, and recycle). A factor analysis of the 3Rs approaches to waste minimisation yielded three factors, labelled “reduce”, “reuse”, and “recycle”. Site waste management planning is considered by Nigerian building construction firms as the most important policy to minimise waste. Two factors labelled “recommended” and “required” policies were extracted from the factor analysis of policies and regulations for ease of description and understanding. The key implementation methods are policy and education/training of the construction workforce. However, more than half of the firms surveyed do not have an organisational policy on waste minimisation, while 89.3% were keen to adopt a new waste minimisation method. Following these findings, a circular-economy-based construction waste minimisation framework was developed based on the diffusion of innovation theory. The framework consists of five sections, which are: identification of waste minimisation needs, assessment of existing minimisation measures, policy identification and formulation, identification of implementation methods, and evaluation of the proposed framework. This study has established a framework that can be used as a baseline for waste minimisation in the Nigerian construction industry while contributing to gaps identified in the body of knowledge. Adoption of the framework by Nigerian building construction firms and the Nigerian construction industry in general has the potential to reduce waste generated and landfilled. Recommendations are made for policy, training and education, changes in organisational culture and attitudes, best practices, and research and development. The study concludes by identifying future research areas.
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Nepivodová, Linda. "Vlastními slovy studentů a podle výsledků estů: Smíšený výzkum porovnávající dva způsoby adminisrace testů." Doctoral thesis, 2018. http://www.nusl.cz/ntk/nusl-375561.
Full textBooks on the topic "Convergent parallel mixed methods research"
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Soares, Célia, Carla Pereira, Carmen Caeiro, and Madalena Gomes da Silva. Health interventions for self-management: the role of qualitative approaches in mixed methods research. Ludomedia, 2022. http://dx.doi.org/10.36367/ntqr.11.2022.e548.
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The long-term success of health intervention programs for self-management is often compromised by the difficulties felt by participants to maintain adherence to prescribed behavioral changes. Mixed methods research can expand understanding and the insights of complex health research problems such as self-management in chronic conditions. The purpose of this paper is to share key contents of a symposium focusing on the application of mixed methods research in the context of person-centered education, held during the 6th World Conference on Qualitative Research. More specifically, it aims at: 1) exploring examples of implementing mixed methods research in health interventions for self-management of chronic conditions and other health risks; 2) promoting insights and knowledge on the ‘why and how of combinations’ in mixed methods studies; and 3) exploring the valuable role of qualitative strands in mixed methods in the wider context of health research. Three studies are explored as examples of application of mixed methods in self-management programs, considering the experiences of participants for changing self-care behaviors and challenges faced for maintaining such changes. Convergent and explanatory sequential designs have been used, combining questionnaires and semi-structured interviews for data collection. Data analysis included procedures such as thematic analysis and descriptive statistics (examples 1 and 3), and thematic analysis and descriptive/inferential statistics (example 2). Results show how mixed methods designs can contribute to develop self-management strategies, to be considered in planning future interventions, and to expand understanding about their impact as well. Likewise, these examples emphasize why mixed methods can bring added value both to process and results of health research. Thus, exploring the application of mixed methods into a wider context is of utmost importance since the complexity of health phenomena is growing and requires equally complex research designs to capture them.
Book chapters on the topic "Convergent parallel mixed methods research"
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Katz-Buonincontro, Jen. "Convergent mixed methods designs." In How to mix methods: A guide to sequential, convergent, and experimental research designs. American Psychological Association, 2024. http://dx.doi.org/10.1037/0000404-005.
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Katz-Buonincontro, Jen. "Experimental mixed methods designs." In How to mix methods: A guide to sequential, convergent, and experimental research designs. American Psychological Association, 2024. http://dx.doi.org/10.1037/0000404-006.
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Katz-Buonincontro, Jen. "Sequential mixed methods designs." In How to mix methods: A guide to sequential, convergent, and experimental research designs. American Psychological Association, 2024. http://dx.doi.org/10.1037/0000404-004.
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Katz-Buonincontro, Jen. "Mixed methods design essentials." In How to mix methods: A guide to sequential, convergent, and experimental research designs. American Psychological Association, 2024. http://dx.doi.org/10.1037/0000404-003.
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Katz-Buonincontro, Jen. "Presenting, writing, and publishing mixed methods research." In How to mix methods: A guide to sequential, convergent, and experimental research designs. American Psychological Association, 2024. http://dx.doi.org/10.1037/0000404-008.
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Bustamante, Carolina. "Beyond the Joint Display in Mixed Methods Convergent Designs: A Case-Oriented Merged Analysis." In The Sage Handbook of Mixed Methods Research Design. Sage Publications Ltd, 2023. http://dx.doi.org/10.4135/9781529682663.n36.
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Bustamante, Carolina. "Beyond the Joint Display in Mixed Methods Convergent Designs: A Case-Oriented Merged Analysis." In The Sage Handbook of Mixed Methods Research Design. Sage Publications Ltd, 2023. http://dx.doi.org/10.4135/9781529614572.n36.
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Katz-Buonincontro, Jen. "Definitions, origins, and practices of mixed methods inquiry." In How to mix methods: A guide to sequential, convergent, and experimental research designs. American Psychological Association, 2024. http://dx.doi.org/10.1037/0000404-002.
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Harinarain, Nishani, Robert A. Lukan, and Bevan Naidoo. "Using Convergent Mixed Methods to Explore the Use of Recycled Plastics as an Aggregate for Concrete Production in South Africa." In Mixed Methods Research Design for the Built Environment. Routledge, 2023. http://dx.doi.org/10.1201/9781003204046-16.
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Bergmann, Jonas. "Research Philosophy, Methodological Implications, and Research Design." In Studien zur Migrations- und Integrationspolitik. Springer Fachmedien Wiesbaden, 2023. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-3-658-42298-1_3.
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AbstractIn this chapter, I explain the choices for the layers of the research approach applied in this book. Chiefly, I used a critical realist research stance and analyzed both qualitative case studies as well as survey data in a mixed methods approach. For the central qualitative research, I collected data through 81 problem-centered interviews, one focus group with 12 affected people, and discussions with over 60 experts. I analyzed the data through Qualitative Text Analysis to examine effects, mechanisms, social system dynamics, and structures. For the parallel quantitative study on the Coastal El Niño, I assessed extensive survey data through regression models. To evaluate differential displacement risk, I used a dataset collected by Peru’s National Institute of Statistics and Informatics directly after the disaster with close to 190,000 affected adults spread across all of Peru. Additionally, to identify the effects of displacement on well-being, I applied a customized, merged dataset of that survey and the National Census collected later in the same year. The chapter discusses the used data as well as the strengths and limitations of all chosen methods.
Conference papers on the topic "Convergent parallel mixed methods research"
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Welpahala, W. A. S. D., and Prabhath Ekanayake. "An Analytical Study of the Subject of Education Practice in National Colleges of Education." In SLIIT International Conference on Advancements in Sciences and Humanities 2023. Faculty of Humanities and Sciences, SLIIT, 2023. http://dx.doi.org/10.54389/qaod4588.
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National Colleges of Education, which contribute greatly to the quality development of Sri Lankan education, are engaged in the role of training teachers and provide necessary human resources for the school system. Currently, 19 National Colleges of Education have been established across the island and are the main institutions involved in pre-service teacher training. The learning teaching process of the teacher directly affects the development of the students in the school system. Therefore, teacher preparation programs greatly affect students’ learning, and as a result the quality and performance of educational practice programs implemented in National Colleges of education should be investigated. Thus, this research has been done to study how education practice subject in the National Colleges of Education contributes to the development of teaching professional skills. The main problem of this research is the analytical study of the content of the education practice subject in the National Colleges of Education and how it works. The study also aims to examine the contribution of education practice subject to the development of the professional skills of the National Colleges of Education trainees. In relation to the main research problem, the nature of the education practice subject implemented in the National Colleges of Education and its implementation status in the institutional training as well as the student perception of the subject have been investigated. The convergent parallel design has been used for this research under mixed research methodology. The teacher trainees of five national colleges of education were selected under the simple random sampling method, the lecturers were selected under the purposive sampling method and a sample size of three hundred and thirty-five has been used for this research. In this research, strategies for modernizing the educational practice subject have been discussed. This research which examines the subject of educational practice in the National Colleges of Education will be useful for the professional development of the student teachers studying in the colleges and for future research.
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Holder, Shannon. "How School Leaders Make Sense of Detracking: A Convergent Parallel Mixed-Methods Design." In 2020 AERA Annual Meeting. AERA, 2020. http://dx.doi.org/10.3102/1577958.
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Pask, Sophie, Fliss EM Murtagh, and Jason W. Boland. "5 Chronic pain, opioid use and cognitive adverse effects in frail older adults: a convergent parallel mixed methods study." In Accepted Oral and Poster Abstract Submissions, The Palliative Care Congress, Sustaining Each Other, Growing Together, 16–17 March 2023, The Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC), Edinburgh, Scotland. British Medical Journal Publishing Group, 2023. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/spcare-2023-pcc.5.
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Sulaiman, Ruba, Sara Ismail, Maguy ElHajj, Mujahed Shraim, Tanya Kane, and Alla El-Awaisi. "Exploring QU Health Students' Experiences of Burnout, Anxiety, and Empathy during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Mixed Method Study." In Qatar University Annual Research Forum & Exhibition. Qatar University Press, 2021. http://dx.doi.org/10.29117/quarfe.2021.0131.
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Background Students' mental health is a growing concern. COVID-19 pandemic resulted in academic and non-academic challenges which caused students' burnout, anxiety, and reduced empathy. Objectives The study objectives were to assess burnout amongst QU Health students, determine the relationship between burnout and anxiety, and burnout and empathy, and to determine the students coping strategies. Methods A convergent mixed-methods design was used: (1) a cross-sectional survey using validated instruments. Maslach Burnout Inventory-General Students Survey (MBI-GS(S)) to measure burnout, Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-item Scale (GAD-7) to measure anxiety, and Interpersonal Reactivity Index (IRI) to measure empathy; (2) focus groups to get a deeper insight of the students' experiences and coping strategies. Descriptive and multivariate statistical analyses were used for the survey while the focus groups were analysed using deductive thematic analysis following the coping reserve model. Results 21.45% of students responded to the survey. Burnout was reported according to the subscales. MBI-Exhaustion (MBI-EX) subscale (mean= 4.07, SD= 1.56), MBI-Cynicism (MBI-CY) subscale (mean= 2.63, SD= 1.53), and MBI-Professional Efficacy (MBI-PE) subscale (mean= 3.97, SD= 1.22). MBI-EX and MBI-CY were associated with GAD-7 scores. MBI-EX and MBI-CY were associated with IRI-Empathic Concern (IRI-EC) and IRI-Personal Distress (IRI-PD) while MBI-PE was associated with IRI-Perspective Talking (IRI-PT) and IRI-EC. The students used many coping strategies to build resilience. Conclusion QU Health students experienced burnout during the spring 2020 semester. Many burnout causes and coping strategies were identified. It is suggested for QU to start mentorship programs and mental health initiatives to promote students' resilience.
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Ahmed, Aicha Abdallah Mohamed. "Cultural Competence in the Eyes of Health Cluster Faculty Members at Qatar University: Perception and Application-a Mixed Methods study." In Qatar University Annual Research Forum & Exhibition. Qatar University Press, 2020. http://dx.doi.org/10.29117/quarfe.2020.0229.
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Background: Globalization impacts several aspects of life including education. Medical education in Qatar is progressing and developing by the effort of multicultural teams that ensure the emergence of future healthcare providers that are patient-centered, well educated and well knowledgeable. Although having this multicultural teaching can be beneficial in some area, it can represent a challenge. This study aims to investigate the perception of Medical colleges’ faculty members at Qatar University (QU) about the impact of this diversity on the health education in specific and Qatar’s cultures and values in general. Methods: A mixed-methods design was followed, where two types of data were collected in a parallel manner; quantitative and qualitative data. A survey link (Quantitative) was sent to the health clusters faculty members at QU. The questions in the survey were based on a validated tool known as ‘’Multicultural Teaching Competence Scale’’. A focus group was conducted with the faculty members to access in depth their perception. Results: The total score of Multicultural Teaching Competence of all the participants was between 39 and 77 (The maximum in the tool is 80 and the minimum is 16), which is divided into total score of Multicultural Teaching Competence Skill of all the participants, where the higher score was 48 and the lowest score was 19 (The maximum is 60 and the minimum is 10), and total score of Multicultural Teaching knowledge, where the higher score was 30 and the lowest was 9 (The maximum is 36 and the minimum 9). The focus group was transcribed and divided into themes based on the interview with faculty members. Conclusion: In conclusion, both the qualitative and quantitative data showed a positive behavior toward the multicultural teaching. Therefore, this study shows that the faculty members in health cluster colleges at Qatar University are generally knowledgeable and skilled in relation to the multicultural teaching
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Yoo, YungEui, BoKyoung Cho, SunHee Yang, and MyeongHa Lee. "PROCESS OF EXPLORING CRITERIA FOR OBSERVING CHILDHOOD PLAY TO SUPPORT EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHERS." In SSHRA 2024 –Social Science & Humanities Research Association International Conference, 18-19 January, Tokyo. Global Research & Development Services, 2024. http://dx.doi.org/10.20319/icssh.2024.7071.
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The purpose of this study is to investigate the process of exploring criteria for observing childhood play to support early childhood teachers. This study was conducted using a convergent design among mixed methods. ‘Literature research’ and ‘Delphi survey technique’ were used as methods of quantitative data collection, and ‘participation observation’ was used as a method of qualitative data collection. As a result of the study, observation criteria for a total of 21 questions in 3 areas were derived, including 7 questions on ‘play flow’, 7 questions on ‘play motivation’, and 7 questions on ‘peer play behavior’. This criteria for observing childhood play helps early childhood teachers to understand childhood play in depth from the children's perspective. In addition, it is expected that this standard can be used as a standard for observing childhood play with increased objectivity by reducing cases where each early childhood teacher who uses this standard interprets it differently due to subjective opinions. Furthermore, It is expected that this criterion will help early childhood teachers in kindergartens accurately understand childhood play and support childhood play.
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Dougherty, Presley, Cynthia Letting, C. J. Witherell, Nicolás F. Soria Zurita, Elizabeth Starkey, and Jessica Menold. "Navigating Team Dialogues: How Team Dynamics Affect Convergent and Divergent Design Actions During Concept Generation and Selection." In ASME 2024 International Design Engineering Technical Conferences and Computers and Information in Engineering Conference. American Society of Mechanical Engineers, 2024. http://dx.doi.org/10.1115/detc2024-143615.
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Abstract Communication plays a pivotal role in design teams and can impact team dynamics and design outcomes. Understanding the relationships between design communication and design trajectory can significantly improve our ability to track and optimize design processes. While prior work has investigated design convergence, there is limited work on how team climate and communicative patterns impact the design process. This study investigates the interactions between team climate, communication, and design actions. We estimate team climate as an individual’s perception of their team’s psychological safety, or how comfortable they feel sharing thoughts and ideas freely. Design actions were measured using a behavioral coding schema and audio recordings of design team interactions. In this work, 28 participants and 5 design thinking experts engaging in a design thinking workshop were studied to understand the relationship between design communication, process, and team climate. Contrary to expectations, this mixed-methods study found no significant correlation between perceived psychological safety and design behaviors in engineering design teams, challenging prior research suggesting a positive link. This finding highlights the complexity of team dynamics and underscores the need for further exploration to understand how psychological safety, conversational behaviors, and design actions interact to shape collaborative processes and innovation in design teams.
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Yu, A., D. Yang, J. Wu, H. Ni, and J. Le. "The numerical simulation techniques research and preliminary experimental validation of the start characteristics for a two-dimensional hypersonic inlet." In Progress in Propulsion Physics – Volume 11. EDP Sciences, 2019. http://dx.doi.org/10.1051/eucass/201911729.
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The paper presents the research of the numerical simulation techniques and the preliminary experimental validation on the start characteristics for a typical two-dimensional (2D) hypersonic inlet. In order to obtain the start and unstart hysteresis loop, numerical simulations methods using the incoming flow field, the zero-velocity flow field, and the latest convergent flow field as the initialized flow field separately are adopted to calculate the inlet start characteristics until the flow fields converge. The calculation software is AHL3D, a parallel computational fluid software self-developed by CARDC. The numerical methods also include the method from unstart flow field to start one with Mach-numbers gradually increasing till the inlet is start and the method from start flow field to unstart one with Mach-numbers decreasing till the inlet is unstart. According to the comparison with different initialized flow field and with different step-size of Mach-number, the inlet start characteristics are obtained and the numerical techniques are analyzed. Based on the comparison and the analysis, it is suggested that the numerical techniques of inlet start characteristics should use the zero-initialized flow field with one step to the final Mach-numbers to predict the minimal self-start Mach-number of the inlet and use the incoming flow-initialized flow field to predict the minimum start Mach-number. The results show that the numerical techniques are high-efficient and easily operational. To verify the effect of the numerical techniques, wind tunnel tests are arranged to research the start characteristics of a typical 2D hypersonic inlet. The preliminary experimental result shows that the numerical techniques of predicting inlet start characteristics are consistent with the experiments very well, which means that the application of the numerical techniques can be further carried out for such hypersonic inlets as mentioned in the current paper.
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Chaw, Ei Phyu, and Erika Kopp. "Student-teachers' Experiences During Practicum in Pre-service Teacher Education in Myanmar." In ATEE 2020 - Winter Conference. Teacher Education for Promoting Well-Being in School. LUMEN Publishing, 2021. http://dx.doi.org/10.18662/lumproc/atee2020/08.
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Teacher education program differs internationally in accordance with the admission, assessment, teaching practice period, induction program, professional learning, initial teacher learning, continuous professional development, and performance appraisal systems for recognizing accredited teaching. Experts in teacher education recommends that the practicum is the focus and an integral part of initial teacher education program. In most countries, teacher education programs face difficulties in finding the proper role and form of practice. Referring to National Education Strategic Plan (2016-21) of Myanmar, practicum in teacher preparation program is dull and it has limited guidance and supervision. Moreover, very few publications are available in Myanmar that label the perceptions of teacher candidate on their practicum experience. This study explores student-teachers' experience during practicum in their pre-service teacher education program. The doctoral research will focus on the role of practicum in pre-service teacher education in Myanmar. This document describes the results of the pilot study conducted in 2019, July. The researcher employed convergent mixed-method design to collect data for the pilot study. Data collection methods include semi-structured focus group interviews and questionnaires. The final year student-teachers (N=23) who were enrolled in 2014 academic year at the Yangon University of Education are the subject of the study. The questionnaire consists of 27 closed items. Fourteen final-year student-teachers discussed their practicum experiences in two focus group interviews. Student-teachers' responses to the questionnaire are mostly positive. In the focus group interview, they mentioned their critical point of views such as their university program could prepare them to some extent for their practicum. There were some differences in responses to the questionnaire and focus group interviews. From the results of the quantitative and qualitative part, the researcher could learn some potential problem areas that can affect the whole doctoral research.
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Wintle, John B., Bridget Hayes, and Martin R. Goldthorpe. "ADIMEW Test: Assessment of a Cracked Dissimilar Metal Weld Assembly." In ASME/JSME 2004 Pressure Vessels and Piping Conference. ASMEDC, 2004. http://dx.doi.org/10.1115/pvp2004-2542.
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ADIMEW (Assessment of Aged Piping Dissimilar Metal Weld Integrity) was a three-year collaborative research programme carried out under the EC 5th Framework Programme. The objective of the study was to advance the understanding of the behaviour and safety assessment of defects in dissimilar metal welds between pipes representative of those found in nuclear power plant. ADIMEW studied and compared different methods for predicting the behaviour of defects located near the fusion boundaries of dissimilar metal welds typically used to join sections of austentic and ferritic piping operating at high temperature. Assessment of such defects is complicated by issues that include: severe mis-match of yield strength of the constituent parent and weld metals, strong gradients of material properties, the presence of welding residual stresses and mixed mode loading of the defect. The study includes the measurement of material properties and residual stresses, predictive engineering analysis and validation by means of a large-scale test. The particular component studies was a 453mm diameter pipe that joins a section of type A508 Class 3 ferritic pipe to a section of type 316L austentic pipe by means of a type 308 austentic weld with type 308/309L buttering laid on the ferritic pipe. A circumferential, surface-breaking defect was cut using electro discharge machining into the 308L/309L weld buttering layer parallel to the fusion line. The test pipe was subjected to four-point bending to promote ductile tearing of the defect. This paper presents the results of TWI contributions to ADIMEW including: fracture toughness testing, residual stress measurements and assessments of the ADIMEW test using elastic-plastic, cracked body, finite element analysis.