Mixed methods evaluation or research is the collection, analysis, and integration of both qualitative (e.g., focus groups, interviews) and quantitative (e.g., survey) data in a single evaluation or study.
A mixed methods approach is particularly beneficial when studying new or complex initiatives and interactions in natural, as opposed to experimental settings. Whether you plan a sequential exploratory or explanatory design, or want to use mixed methods to develop a toolkit, decision aid or survey instrument, CPDE will help you identify the most relevant mixed methods design to achieve the power, depth and rigor of the evaluation or research project.
For more background on mixed methods approaches and designs, see the publication by CPDE founding directors, Schifferdecker and Reed (2009). Recent examples of mixed methods projects by CPDE can be found on our Publications page.