2024 Association for Assessment and Research in Counseling Conference

Table 3. Mixed-methods research allows researchers to provide a more holistic answer to research questions by combining elements of quantitative and qualitative research approaches. However, mixed-methods research is often misunderstood and conducted incorrectly. To maximize the benefits of conducting mixed-methods research, intentional and purposeful research design should be precedented. We introduce basic tenets of mixed-methods research designs and provide strategies for designing sound and meaningful mixed-methods research.