title: Mixed-Methods Design in Biology Education Research: Approach and Uses.
abstract: Educational research often requires mixing different research methodologies to strengthen findings, better contextualize or explain results, or minimize the weaknesses of a single method. This article provides practical guidelines on how to conduct such research in biology education, with a focus on mixed-methods research (MMR) that uses both quantitative and qualitative inquiries. Specifically, the paper provides an overview of mixed-methods design typologies most relevant in biology education research. It also discusses common methodological issues that may arise in mixed-methods studies and ways to address them. The paper concludes with recommendations on how to report and write about MMR.
authors.affiliation: Department of Biology Teaching and Learning, College of Biological Sciences, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN55455 awarfa@umn.edu.
authors.forename: Abdi-Rizak M
authors.initials: AM
authors.lastname: Warfa
mesh_terms: D001695:Biology / Q000193:education*; D003663:Decision Trees; D017408:Guidelines as Topic; D007858:Learning; D012106:Research / Q000193:education*; D012107:Research Design; D014956:Writing