"Four of the most serious problems in the social sciences are the fragmentation of research methods, the use of conventional methods for convenience, the lack of knowledge of qualitative methods, and the inexperience regarding alternative philosophical frameworks. This book directly and skillfully addresses all of these issues. It will help students as well as experienced researchers in adopting appropriate methods for their research questions by utilizing advanced qualitative research skills and philosophical perspectives." (Frederick J. Wertz, Psychology Department, Fordham University)

"Finally, a handbook that equips the reader-researcher to conduct a research project using mixed methods in a sensitive and ethical manner. The book is full of examples from interesting qualitative research that explain mixed methods without specialized terminology and interpretive ambiguities." (Nancy Grudens-Schuck, Department of Agricultural Education and Studies, Iowa State University)

"This is the first book that presents a detailed strategy for mixed methods research based on a qualitative - not quantitative or positivist - framework [...]. It will be particularly useful for qualitative researchers who appreciate the usefulness of certain quantitative methods and data but do not enjoy the usual quantitatively oriented presentations on mixed methods research."