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Edmunds, Julie A.; Gicheva, Dora; Thrift, Beth; Hull, Marie – Journal of Mixed Methods Research, 2022
Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) in education are common as the design allows for an unbiased estimate of the overall impact of a program. As more RCTs are completed, researchers are also noting that an overall average impact may mask substantial variation across sites or groups of individuals. Mixed methods can provide insight and help in…
Descriptors: Randomized Controlled Trials, Mixed Methods Research, Educational Research, Online Courses
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Bartlam, Bernadette; Waterfield, Jacqueline; Bishop, Annette; Holden, Melanie A.; Barlas, Panos; Ismail, Khaled M.; Kettle, Christine; Foster, Nadine E. – Journal of Mixed Methods Research, 2018
This article outlines the rationale for adopting a mixed methods approach within randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and explores challenges associated in doing so. Taking the example of the EASE Back feasibility and pilot study (Evaluating Acupuncture and Standard care for pregnant womEn with "BACK" pain: ISRCTN49955124), we detail why…
Descriptors: Qualitative Research, Mixed Methods Research, Randomized Controlled Trials, Research Design
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Casey, Dympna; O'Hara, Mary Clare; Meehan, Ben; Byrne, Molly; Dinneen, Sean F.; Murphy, Kathy – Journal of Mixed Methods Research, 2016
Aim: To explain the factors affecting glycemic control (measured by HbA1c) following the Dose Adjustment for Normal Eating (DAFNE) program. Background: DAFNE is a structured education program designed to assist persons with type 1 diabetes mellitus achieve optimal glycemic control. However, not all participants reach this goal. Few studies…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Mixed Methods Research, Diabetes, Health Education