80. Exploratory Sequential Design Explained (QUAL→Quan)

About this lesson

Exploratory Sequential Design explained: Learn this powerful mixed methods approach that starts with qualitative research and builds into quantitative analysis.

Perfect for new or under-researched topics, this design lets you develop variables, instruments, or hypotheses directly from contextual insights. Designed for students, researchers, and practitioners.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

• • Structure of exploratory sequential designs (QUAL→quan)
• • Two-phase process starting with qualitative exploration
• • How to use QUAL data to develop surveys, measures, or hypotheses
• • Real-world examples in public health and intervention research
• • Strengths and challenges of the design

TOPICS COVERED

• • Design overview and process
• • Connecting qualitative insights to quantitative follow-up
• • Instrument and variable development
• • Application in new research contexts

TIMESTAMPS

• 00:00 Introduction
• 00:30 Exploratory Overview
• 01:05 Exploratory Process
• 01:55 Examples

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