10. Inherently Mixed, Hybrid Methods
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Cragun, D., Pal, T., Vadaparampil, S.T., Baldwin, J., Hampel, H., & DeBate, R.D. (2016). Qualitative comparative analysis: A hybrid method for identifying factors associated with program effectiveness. Journal of Mixed Methods Research, 10(3), 251-272. doi: 10.1177/1558689815572023
They then demonstrate its use by providing a detailed stepwise account of their use of QCA in reviewing the effectiveness of hereditary colorectal cancer screening programs, as indicated by patient follow-through (e.g., with genetic counselling).
A comprehensive working paper reviewing mixed methods applications of social network analysis.
Crooks, V.A., Schuurman, N., Cinnamon, J., Castleden, H., & Johnston, R. (2011). Refining a location analysis model using a mixed methods approach: Community readiness as a key factor in siting rural palliative care services. Journal of Mixed Methods Research, 5(1), 77-95. doi: 10.1177/1558689810385693
As well as reporting a mixed methods study undertaken within the field of human geography, this article provides an extensive review of other mixed methods work undertaken within that discipline.
Collins, H., Evans, R., Weinel, M., Lyttleton-Smith, J., Bartlett, A., & Hall, M. (in press). The imitation game and the nature of mixed methods. Journal of Mixed Methods Research. doi: 10.1177/1558689815619824