Building theoretical insight through joint displays in mixed methods research

Area of Science:

• Psychology
• Mixed Methods Research

Background:

• Joint displays are crucial for integrating qualitative and quantitative data in mixed methods research.
• Existing literature often focuses on basic side-by-side data alignment.

Purpose of the Study:

• To expand the understanding of joint displays' contribution to theoretically driven mixed methods research.
• To differentiate between basic and dynamic joint displays as analytical tools.
• To illustrate how specific joint displays advance theoretical insight.

Main Methods:

• Methodological article analyzing the use of joint displays.
• Illustrative examples of three types of joint displays: integrated results, theory to design, and theory to finding displays.
• Discussion of implications and practical suggestions for enhancing joint displays.

Main Results:

• Distinguishes between basic and dynamic joint displays.
• Demonstrates three types of dynamic joint displays contribute to theoretical advancement.
• Highlights that complex joint displays can be effectively managed.

Conclusions:

• Dynamic joint displays are powerful analytical tools in mixed methods research.
• Joint displays can effectively advance theoretical insight in psychological research.
• Practical strategies can enhance the utility and clarity of joint displays.