LESSON 18- MIXED METHOD RESEARCH DESIGNS/STRATEGIES: CONCURRENT/SEQUENTIAL VS. PRIORITY/SEQUENCE

LESSON 18- MIXED METHOD RESEARCH DESIGNS/STRATEGIES: CONCURRENT/SEQUENTIAL VS. PRIORITY/SEQUENCE

by Prof. Lydiah Wambugu

Humanities, Social Sciences & Thought Science — General & History GPResearch and information: generalGPSResearch methods
🎙 Prof. Lydiah Wambugu 👥 29K 📅 May 8, 2021 ⏱ 16 min 👁 7K 📄 tutorial 🧭 2026-08-17
Available in: English (current) Français

Keywords

mixed methodsresearch designconcurrentsequentialtriangulation

Summary

This lesson is a continuation of Lesson 17 on mixed methods research (MMR). It defines MMR as research that mixes quantitative and qualitative designs either concurrently or sequentially. The video traces the origins of MMR to methodological triangulation, citing Denzin’s within-methods and between-methods triangulation, and Morse’s concurrent and sequential triangulation. It then explains Creswell’s four factors (weight, timing, mixing, theories) that lead to four basic MMR designs: two concurrent and two sequential. Finally, it introduces Bryman’s Priority-Sequence Decision Principle, which yields nine MMR designs/strategies. The instructor emphasizes the importance of watching Lesson 17 first. The video is a tutorial aimed at students and researchers, providing a structured overview of MMR design typologies. However, the audio quality is poor, with background noise and unclear speech, making it difficult to follow. The content is accurate but lacks depth and examples. The video includes promotional content for the instructor’s course and social media.

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Critical Evaluation

Value of the Information & Strength of the Argument

The video provides a clear and structured overview of mixed methods research designs, covering key typologies from Denzin, Morse, Creswell, and Bryman. The argumentation is logical, building from the concept of triangulation to specific design frameworks. However, the presentation is superficial, lacking detailed explanations and examples. The instructor does not critically evaluate the designs or discuss their strengths and weaknesses. The value lies in its concise summary of established frameworks, but it does not offer new insights or original research.

Scientific Rigor, Source Quality, Title Accuracy

The video demonstrates scientific rigor by referencing established scholars (Denzin, Morse, Creswell, Bryman) and their frameworks. However, it does not cite specific publications or provide references, limiting its scholarly credibility. The title accurately reflects the content, which focuses on MMR designs. The video is a tutorial, so it is not expected to present original research, but it should have provided citations for the frameworks discussed. The audio quality is poor, which may hinder comprehension, but the content itself is accurate.

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Title / Content Match

The title accurately reflects the content, which focuses on mixed methods research designs, specifically comparing concurrent/sequential and priority/sequence approaches.

Quality & Reliability

6/10

The video is an educational tutorial on mixed methods research designs, presenting established frameworks by Denzin, Morse, Creswell, and Bryman. The content is accurate but lacks citations to primary sources, and the audio quality is poor, making it difficult to follow. The instructor demonstrates expertise but does not provide references or evidence for claims.

Key Moments

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Cited Sources

  • Lesson 17: Mixed Method Research — Referenced as prerequisite for this lesson.
  • Research Methods Course — Promoted as full course.
  • YouTube Channel — Promoted for subscription.
  • Facebook — Social media link.
  • Instagram — Social media link.
  • LinkedIn — Social media link.
  • WhatsApp — Contact link.

Concurring Sources

Contribution & Novelties

The video provides a concise synthesis of mixed methods research design typologies, which is useful for students and researchers. It does not present original research but serves as an educational resource. The main contribution is the clear organization of frameworks from Denzin, Morse, Creswell, and Bryman.

Pour aller plus loin :

  • Mixed Methods Research — Overview of mixed methods research.
  • Creswell’s Mixed Methods Designs — Reference to Creswell’s work.
  • Bryman’s Priority-Sequence Model — Discussion of Bryman’s approach.

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Radar Profile

The radar profile shows moderate scores across all dimensions, indicating a balanced but not exceptional video. The highest score is in fiabilite_globale (6), reflecting the accurate presentation of established frameworks, while niveau_technique is lower (5), suggesting the content is accessible but not highly technical.

Reliability 6/10

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