# Education Mixed Methods Design

> Use for education papers combining quantitative and qualitative data, including explanatory sequential, exploratory sequential, convergent parallel, embedded, intervention mixed methods, and action research with mixed evidence. Produces integration logic, sampling, data collection sequence, joint displays, and mixed-methods validity plan.

- Skill: `ilog3/education-mixed-methods-design` (Agent Skill)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add ilog3/education-mixed-methods-design`
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- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Research & Search
- Author: ilog3 (https://skillmd.com/u/ilog3)
- Updated: 2026-09-22
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/ilog3/education-mixed-methods-design

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# Education Mixed Methods Design

## Goal

Design a mixed-methods study where quantitative and qualitative strands answer one integrated research purpose.

## Inputs

- Research questions
- Quantitative variables/data
- Qualitative phenomenon/data
- Time/resources
- Which strand is dominant, if any

## Workflow

1. Choose design:
   - Explanatory sequential: QUAN -> qual
   - Exploratory sequential: QUAL -> quan
   - Convergent parallel: QUAN + QUAL
   - Embedded: one strand nested in intervention/evaluation
2. Define integration point: design, sampling, analysis, interpretation, or reporting.
3. Align data sources to subquestions.
4. Plan separate analyses and integrated joint display.
5. Draft mixed-methods method section.

## Tool Calls

Quantitative:

```text
SPSS, R, jamovi, JASP
```

Qualitative:

```text
NVivo, MAXQDA, ATLAS.ti, Dedoose
```

Joint displays:

```text
Excel/Sheets, R gt/flextable, PowerPoint, Mermaid
```

## Output Format

| Strand | Question | Data | Analysis | Integration Role |
|---|---|---|---|---|

Include:

- Mixed-methods design rationale
- Sequence diagram
- Joint display template
- Integration discussion prompts

## Quality Rules

- Mixed methods requires integration, not just two separate studies.
- State priority and sequence clearly.
- Explain contradictions between strands rather than hiding them.