In the Context of Assumptions Made by Mixed Methods Researchers

question 5

Multiple Choice

In the context of assumptions made by mixed methods researchers, (Creswell and Plano Clark, 2011) , a belief that researchers have both biased and unbiased perspectives that interact and intersect within the research process at various stages is _____ in nature.

• A) ontological
• B) epistemological
• C) methodological
• D) axiological

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Definitions:

Group Development

The process through which a team progresses through various stages of cohesion, role establishment, and norm development to achieve effective collaboration and goal fulfillment.

Orientation

The process of introducing new employees to their job, the organization, its culture, and their coworkers to ensure they start off effectively.

Individual Differences

Variations among people in their qualities, abilities, and characteristics.

Mature Groups

Teams or groups that have developed advanced levels of communication, structures, and processes to achieve high performance.