Proposing a Methodological Borderland

Combining Chicana Feminist Theory With Transformative Mixed Methods Research

Bibliographic Data

ID12811748
AuthorsGina A Garcia (0000-0002-8934-3741, University of Pittsburgh, corresponding author), Jenesis J Ramirez (Florida International University)
Year2021
Volume15
Issue2
Pages240-260
Publication date2021-02-03
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueJournal of Mixed Methods Research (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 1558-6898 • E-ISSN: 1558-6901
PublisherSAGE Publishing (PUBLISHER • US)
DOI10.1177/1558689820954023
OpenAlexW3127641834
LanguageEN
Citations received8
References cited42

In this article, we propose a “methodological borderland,” defined as a methodological space in constant transition; one that allows researchers to combine multiple methods, data points, and theories, guided by a desire for social justice for studied populations. In doing so, we urge mixed methods researchers to access theoretical frameworks that are grounded in the ways of knowing of participants and that promote critical analysis and interpretation in conjunction with transformative mixed methods. Using a convergent mixed methods approach, we illustrate the way Chicana feminist theory can be used as a theoretical lens and analytic tool that can amplify the voices of Raza college students. We suggest and illustrate ways to use theory to enhance transformative mixed methods

Epistemology · Feminism · Grounded theory · Interpretation (philosophy · Multimethodology · Pedagogy · Perspective (graphical · Qualitative research · Social justice · Social science · Sociology · Transformative learning · Transition (genetics · Computer Science · Critical Race Theory in Education · Gender Studies · Participatory Visual Research Methods · Qualitative Research Methods and Ethics · Artificial Intelligence