Mixed methods research is research that intentionally the perspectives, approaches, data forms, and analyses associated with quantitative and qualitative research to develop nuanced and comprehensive understendings. (Creswell & Plano Clark, 2018; Plano Clarck & Ivankova, 2016).
Mixed methods research can be defined as “research in which the investigator collects and analyzes data, integrates the findings, and draws inferences using both quantitative and qualitative approaches. (Tashakkori & Creswell, 2007).