The metaphorical concept of border work provides an introductory starting point for this Handbook’s overall vision. To engage in multimethod and mixed methods research (MMMR) requires working a…
The basic idea of this book is to provide an introduction to the design and conduct of mixed methods research. In the past 15 years, we have seen a significant increase in interest in this approach…
At the time of the first edition of this book (1984), although popular versions of case studies were plentiful, case study research was an obscure mode of inquiry, not well understood. Over the y…
I feel encouraged by the widespread response from teachers and students alike to the first edition. I am presenting this second edition, thoroughly revised and enlarged, to my readers in all humbl…
The term methodology refers to the way in which we approach problems and seek answers. In the social sciences, the term applies to how research is conducted. Our assumptions, interests, and purpose…
Cultural beliefs are another common source of knowledge. For example, our ideas about race and racism have changed over time as our culture has changed. In order to understand how biased our cultur…