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Summary

This study introduces legitimation criteria to enhance methodological rigor in mixed methods research (MMR). Applying these criteria ensures the validity and quality of MMR findings for practical application in health sciences.

Keywords:

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Area of Science:

Health Sciences
Nursing Education Research

Background:

Mixed methods research (MMR) is widely used in health sciences, but discussions on methodological rigor and quality are limited.
Practical examples of implementing rigor criteria in MMR are scarce, despite growing literature.

Purpose of the Study:

To discuss and illustrate the application of 'legitimation criteria' for mixed methods research.
To guide the design and conduct of a sequential exploratory MMR study focusing on nurse educators' challenges.

Main Methods:

Sequential exploratory mixed methods research design.
Application of specific 'legitimation criteria' to ensure methodological rigor.

Main Results:

Legitimation criteria establish philosophical and methodological validity in MMR.
These criteria improve the conduct and execution of mixed methods studies, ensuring quality from question development to conclusion.

Conclusions:

Legitimation criteria are vital for maintaining rigor and plausibility in complex MMR.
Illustrating these criteria aids researchers in establishing rigor and mitigating validity threats in their studies.