Mixed Methods Research Training Program

这一更新的首要目标是“健康的混合方法研究培训计划” 科学“(MMRTP)是为了加强最先进的方法培训计划，以加强混合 方法NIH调查人员的技能，以回应RFA-OD-19-012《创新的短期课程 行为和社会科学中的方法和方法(不允许进行R25临床试验)。混和 方法研究被定义为收集、分析和整合两者的量化(例如，RCT 结果)数据和定性(例如，观察、访谈)数据提供更全面的 对一个研究问题的理解可能比单独通过这两种方法获得的更多。我们的建议是响应性的 对于混合方法中所需的跨学科性质的技能和方法，适用于RFA 跨越广泛的行为和社会科学研究领域(不同的学科就是例证 在前4个队列和附属教职人员中接受培训的学者)。我们的培训班已经成为享有盛誉的 在健康科学的混合方法方面提供密集指导的关键国家计划。 本培训计划的具体目的和目标是：(1)确定和招募调查人员(称为 学者)来自广泛的健康学科和背景，采用混合方法方法； 在处理研究设计、数据的混合方法研究方面提供严格的研究培训计划 收集、测量、主题开发、数据分析程序、设计和可视化 美国国立卫生研究院通过教学指导资助的示范性混合方法研究的程序和模式， 个性化反馈和项目咨询，使用在线培训材料，个性化即时 和长期评估；(3)评估中期和中期中期评估方案的结果(短期和长期)，使用 旨在技能发展、研究绩效和能力建设的指标；以及，(4)加强、扩展、 并通过旨在超越培训计划的活动来建立MMRTP的可持续性 网络研讨会、社交媒体和在线课程。 在续期中，我们建议修改，以改善奖学金获得者的学习体验，并加强 扩大并建立MMRTP的可持续性。我们每年将招聘14名调查人员，他们将进行匹配 并与美国各地的资源顾问合作。以下是关于MIXED的介绍性网络研讨会 方法，我们将提供一个为期3天的关于混合方法研究的互动暑期短期课程，重点是 个性化反馈。该计划的意义在于扩大全国人才培养库 混合方法的调查人员，他们成为本国机构的资源。我们的节目已经改进了 研究实践，并促成了进一步的举措，以加强方法论方法。

The overarching goal of this renewal entitled, “Mixed Methods Research Training Program for the Health Sciences” (MMRTP) is to enhance a state-of-the-art methodology training program to strengthen the mixed methods skills of NIH investigators, in response to RFA-OD-19-012, “Short Courses on Innovative Methodologies and Approaches in the Behavioral and Social Sciences (R25 Clinical Trial Not Allowed).” Mixed methods research is defined as the collection, analysis, and integration of both quantitative (e.g., RCT outcome) data and qualitative (e.g., observations, interviews) data to provide a more comprehensive understanding of a research problem than might be obtained through either alone. Our proposal is responsive to the RFA in the transdisciplinary nature of the skills and approaches required in mixed methods, applicable across a wide range of behavioral and social science research areas (as exemplified by the diverse disciplines of Scholars trained in the first 4 cohorts and associated faculty). Our training course has become a prestigious key national program providing intensive mentorship in mixed methods in the health sciences. The specific aims and objectives of this training program are: (1) to identify and recruit investigators (called Scholars) from a wide range of health disciplines and backgrounds using mixed methods approaches; (2) to provide a rigorous research training program in mixed methods research that addresses study designs, data collection, measurement, theme development, data analysis procedures, visualization of designs and procedures, and models of exemplary mixed methods NIH-funded studies through didactic instruction, individualized feedback and project consultation, use of online training materials, and individualized immediate and long-term assessments; (3) to evaluate the outcomes (both short-term and long-term) of the MMRTP using metrics aimed at skills development, research performance, and capacity building; and, (4) to enhance, extend, and build sustainability of the MMRTP through activities designed to reach beyond the training program using webinars, social media, and online courses. In the renewal, we propose modifications to improve the learning experience for Scholars, and to enhance, extend, and build sustainability of the MMRTP. We will recruit 14 investigators per year who will be matched and work with resource consultants across the United States. Following introductory webinars on mixed methods, we will provide an interactive 3-day summer short course on mixed methods research focused on individualized feedback. The significance of the Program lies in enlarging the national pool of trained investigators in mixed methods who become resources at their home institutions. Our program has improved research practices and has led to further initiatives to strengthen methodological approaches.