• 9] F. Brezzi , J. Jr. Douglas and L. D. Marini , 1985, Two families of mixed finite elements for second order elliptic problems , Numer. (numdam.org)
  • J. Jr. DOUGLAS and J. E. ROBERTS, 1982, Mixed finite element methods for second order elliptic problems, Mat. (esaim-m2an.org)
  • F. A. MlLNER and M. SURI, 1992, Mixed Finite Element Methods for Quasilinear Second Order Elliptic Problems : the p-version. (esaim-m2an.org)
  • M. SURI, 1990, On the stability and convergence of higher order mixed finite element methods for second order elliptic problems, Math. (esaim-m2an.org)
  • Alternative perspectives of safety in home delivered health care: a sequential exploratory mixed method study. (ahrq.gov)
  • Methods and analysis A mixed methods sequential explanatory design, combining cross-sectional studies and semistructured interviews. (bmj.com)
  • Design and setting An explanatory sequential mixed-method approach was adopted. (bmj.com)
  • The Journal of Mixed Methods Research publishes empirical, methodological and theoretical articles about mixed methods research across social and behavioral sciences. (wikipedia.org)
  • METHODS We first identified criteria from the social and behavioral sciences to analyze mixed methods studies in primary care research. (annfammed.org)
  • Health researchers are increasingly using designs that combine qualitative and quantitative methods, and this is often called mixed methods research. (bmj.com)
  • Fortunately, literature is rapidly expanding to fill this educational gap, including descriptions of how to integrate data and findings from qualitative and quantitative methods. (bmj.com)
  • Researchers will often use qualitative and quantitative methods to examine different aspects of an overall research question. (bmj.com)
  • 8 In a brief section at the end of the NIH document, the task force noted the "broad appeal" of combining qualitative and quantitative methods in public health research, and it recommended that investigators be specific about how their methods will be combined and how the findings will be integrated. (annfammed.org)
  • This applied research is a mixed method study conducted in 2017 employing both qualitative and quantitative methods . (bvsalud.org)
  • 2 Recent empirical studies of mixed methods research in health show, however, a lack of integration between components, 3 4 which limits the amount of knowledge that these types of studies generate. (bmj.com)
  • Despite the clinical importance of mixed infection, its potential leading mechanisms of transmission have not been examined using empirical data. (cdc.gov)
  • Research on the transmission mechanisms for mixed infection with empirical data might improve understanding of M. tuberculosis dynamics and designing effective TB control interventions ( 12 ). (cdc.gov)
  • The Journal of Mixed Methods Research is a peer-reviewed academic journal that publishes papers in the field of Research Methods. (wikipedia.org)
  • This module provides a flexible, workshop-based approach to developing students' awareness of a range of research methods appropriate for students conducting research projects at postgraduate level in Educational settings. (southampton.ac.uk)
  • The module provides a flexible approach to developing a bespoke research methods toolkit for Education research students, which should enable students to engage in the design and implementation of their own research projects in a more critical and informed way. (southampton.ac.uk)
  • The evaluation of mixing methods in HYSPLIT using measurements from controlled tracer experiments" was recently accepted by Atmospheric Environment and will appear in the journal's December 15 issue. (noaa.gov)
  • Safety and health through integrated, facilitated teams (SHIFT): stepped-wedge protocol for prospective, mixed-methods evaluation of the Healthy Workplace Participatory Program. (cdc.gov)
  • CDC is using leading research and evaluation methods to develop quality campaigns, while keeping costs low and sticking to tight timelines. (cdc.gov)
  • Your budget may not allow you to conduct in-depth formative research, but you can use one primary research or evaluation method and then supplement with other methods that are less costly. (cdc.gov)
  • The module will focus on at least three different approaches to the collection and analysis of data that can be used in mixed methods research designs via methodologies commonly used in research applied to education contexts. (southampton.ac.uk)
  • Students will attend workshops on each approach and will be encouraged to compare and contrast their underpinning philosophical positions and associated theoretical perspectives, as well as practical details related to aspects of the relevant research designs such as appropriate sampling strategies, choice of data collection methods, and issues related to the collection and analysis of data. (southampton.ac.uk)
  • To facilitate the flexible approach students will be required to register for and attend the relevant research skills development workshops (usually scheduled for a 4 hour half-day session) in at least three different approaches to research associated with the collection and analysis of data within mixed methods research designs. (southampton.ac.uk)
  • 5.1 This test method is applicable to the analysis of new materials that are sold as mixtures and to samples taken from regenerable units containing mixtures of anion-exchanging and cation-exchanging materials. (astm.org)
  • Mixed methods investigations involve integrating quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis in a single study or a program of inquiry. (annfammed.org)
  • 15] M. Fortin , An analysis of the convergence of mixed finite element methods , R.A.I.R.O., Anal. (numdam.org)
  • 23] J. Wang , 1992, Convergence analysis of Schwarz algorithm and multilevel decomposition iterative methods I : selfadjoint and positive definite elliptic problems , in Iterative Methods in Linear Algebra, R. Beauwens and P. de Groen (eds. (numdam.org)
  • 24] J. Wang , 1993, Convergence analysis of the Schwarz algorithm and multilevel decomposition iterative methods II : non-selfadjoint and indefinite elliptic problems , SIAM J. Numer. (numdam.org)
  • Evidence from mixed-method analysis suggests a broadly positive acceptance of these e-authentication technologies by distance education students. (open.ac.uk)
  • To fill this research gap, we conduct a mixed-method analysis of far-right antipolice homicides based on quantitative and qualitative data from the U.S. Extremist Crime Database. (umd.edu)
  • Results: The random error of the method proposed by Huckaba was larger in terms of reproducibility (1.53 mm) and repeatability (0.57 mm) compared with the analysis proposed by Tanaka and Johnston (0.20 mm and 0.12 mm, respectively). (bvsalud.org)
  • Strategic Analysis of Shiraz Medical Tourism Industry: A Mixed Method Study. (bvsalud.org)
  • Rather, the intention is to identify well-established methods that are used as the standard methods of analysis. (cdc.gov)
  • Mixed methods inquiry as a new research paradigm has found a breeding ground in the North American Primary Care Research Group. (annfammed.org)
  • We used multiple methods of inquiry to study the information needs of trauma care and handoff, and the context of medical work in the field. (nih.gov)
  • 8] F. Brezzi , J. Jr. Douglas , M. Fortin and L. D. Marini , 1987, Efficient rectangular mixed finite elements in two and three space variables , R.A.I.R.O., Anal. (numdam.org)
  • 10] J. Jr. Douglas and J. E. Roberts , Global estimates for mixed finite element methods for second order elliptic equations , Math. (numdam.org)
  • 19] T. P. Mathew , 1989, Domain Decomposition and Iterative Refinement Methods for Mixed Finite Element Discretizations of Elliptic Problems , Ph. (numdam.org)
  • However, mixed configurations of obstacles with finite thickness and zero thickness have not been solved with these methods. (upm.es)
  • In this work, a new numerical approach is proposed for solving two-dimensional (2D) mixed configurations of obstacles with finite thickness and zero thickness components. (upm.es)
  • M. R. DORR, 1984, The approximation theory for the p-version of the finite element method, SIAM J. Numer. (esaim-m2an.org)
  • S. Jensen, 1992, p-version of the mixed finite element method for Stokes-like problems, Comp. (esaim-m2an.org)
  • S. JENSEN and M. VOGELIUS, 1990, Divergence stability in connection with the p version of the finite element method, RAIRO, Modélisation Math. (esaim-m2an.org)
  • C. JOHNSON, Numerical solutions of partial differential equations by the finite element methods, Cambridge University Press, 1987. (esaim-m2an.org)
  • C. JOHNSON and V. THOMÉE, 1981, Error estimates for some mixed finite element methods for parabolic type problems, RAIRO Anal. (esaim-m2an.org)
  • P.-A. RAVIART and J. M. THOMAS, 1977, A Mixed Finite Element Method for 2-nd Order Elliptic Equations, in Mathematical Aspects of Finite Element Methods, Lecture Notes in Mathematics, 606, ed. (esaim-m2an.org)
  • ABSTRACT Panel Methods are well-known methods for solving potential fluid flow problems, mainly for preliminary design phases. (upm.es)
  • ABSTRACT This study aimed to examine the association between the payer mix and the financial performance of public and private hospitals in Lebanon. (who.int)
  • Tuberculosis caused by concurrent infection with multiple Mycobacterium tuberculosis strains (i.e., mixed infection) challenges clinical and epidemiologic paradigms. (cdc.gov)
  • 3] R. E. Bank , T. F. Dupont and H. Yserentant , 1988, The Hierarchical basis multigrid method , Numer. (numdam.org)
  • Exploration of any apparent "inter-method discrepancy" may lead to a better understanding of the research question, 14 and a range of approaches have been used within health services research to explore inter-method discrepancy. (bmj.com)
  • Critically consider the challenges and affordances offered by combining multiple research approaches in mixed methods research designs. (southampton.ac.uk)
  • A key focus for the applied mixed methods module is a requirement to critically consider the challenges and affordances offered by combining multiple research approaches to answer particular kinds of research questions. (southampton.ac.uk)
  • further reading related to the methods and approaches covered. (southampton.ac.uk)
  • The aim of this masterclass is to take attendees through the key stages of designing and conducting mixed methods research, enabling them to apply mixed methods approaches in their own area of research. (escpweb.org)
  • 2018). The goal of this master thesis is to apply such stat-of-the-art DL approaches in a more challenging environment-shared space-for trajectory prediction with mixed traffic agents and compare their performance. (uni-hannover.de)
  • 5.3 The test method as written assumes that the cation exchange material has been regenerated to the hydrogen form with acid and the anion exchange material has been regenerated with alkali to the hydroxide or free-base form. (astm.org)
  • 5.4 In most cases the product tested will be properly mixed and will contain the correct proportions of anion and cation exchange materials. (astm.org)
  • 5.2 This test method is intended for mixtures of ion-exchange materials that have salt-splitting capacity as measured by Test Method E of Test Methods and Practices D2187 for cation-exchange resins, and Test Method H for anion-exchange resins. (astm.org)
  • 1.1 This test method determines the ratio between the equivalents of anion-exchange capacity and the equivalents of cation-exchange capacity present in a physical mixture of salt-splitting anion-exchange material and salt-splitting cation-exchange material. (astm.org)
  • Although the NIH document suggested several models for combining quantitative and qualitative data, it did not describe specific criteria that primary care researchers might use to design mixed methods investigations. (annfammed.org)
  • The interdisciplinary journal aims to highlight where mixed methods research may be used more effectively and design and procedure issues. (wikipedia.org)
  • Challenges of using a mix-methods design to study a complex health interventi. (slideshare.net)
  • The objective of this mixed methods study was to evaluate the longitudinal association between food insecurity and BMI by using a retrospective matched cohort design and focus groups. (cdc.gov)
  • A novel method of concrete mix design is presented. (researchandmarkets.com)
  • An online survey study was conducted with a mixed method design (quantitative and qualitative). (jmir.org)
  • Using a multi-method approach including video review and focus groups, we developed an understanding of the information needs of trauma handoffs and the context of field documentation to inform the design of an automated sensing documentation system that uses wearables, cameras, and environmental sensors to passively infer clinical activity and automatically produce documentation. (nih.gov)
  • ADOT currently uses both the Marshall and Superpave methods to design asphalt mixtures. (trb.org)
  • This project will focus on assessing test methods for the cracking resistance, but to achieve a balanced mix design, rutting will still need to be investigated so that mix designs that reduce cracking do not in the end increase rutting. (trb.org)
  • METHODS: We searched bibliographic databases and grey literature for studies of any design relating to the topic. (kemri-wellcome.org)
  • The current research uses a mixed methods design to examine the role of attributions on the two types of illegitimate tasks: unreasonable and unnecessary tasks. (cdc.gov)
  • Thus, this payment method should be accompanied by systematic review procedures to ensure that admissions are appropriate and good quality care is provided. (who.int)
  • Such materials may be tested following this procedure using Test Water A (Test Methods D1782 ) as the influent and substituting the hardness end point (Test Methods D1782 ) for the end points prescribed herein. (astm.org)
  • In such cases the hydrogen ion as well as the chloride ion is determined in the second sodium nitrate elution described in Test Method I of Test Methods and Practices D2187 , and the calculations given herein are made using the titration values so determined. (astm.org)
  • I am a multi-media artist, currently focusing on drawing, painting and mixed media, after some exploration of other methods including collage with printmaking. (field-studies-council.org)
  • Further exploration is needed to determine proportions of transmission mechanisms in settings where mixed infections are prevalent. (cdc.gov)
  • We evaluated the association between food insecurity and change in BMI by using linear, mixed effects longitudinal models. (cdc.gov)
  • Through a mixed-methods approach, we will describe and analyze which languages are visible and which are not, and relate these findings to demographic, socio-economic, educational and linguistic characteristics of different spaces. (umu.se)
  • 14] R. Falk and J. Osborn , 1980, Error estimates for mixed methods , R.A.I.R.O., Anal. (numdam.org)
  • Assessment results would inform the Lab in choosing an appropriate cracking test method that would predict the cracking resistance of ADOT mixes. (trb.org)
  • When feasible, mixed assessment techniques can enhance and complement different types of data collection. (cdc.gov)
  • The manuscript discusses the uncertainties inherent in using different mixing methods and concludes that HYSPLIT users can select a mixing option according to their scenario and availability of meteorological fields and use different mixing options to generate dispersion ensembles. (noaa.gov)
  • The methods used to manage and allocate resources generate important incentives for those delivering health services. (who.int)
  • All methods of payment or subsidy generate "mixed" incentives. (who.int)
  • 8 9 In this article we outline three techniques that may help health researchers to integrate data or findings in their mixed methods studies and show how these might enhance knowledge generated from this approach. (bmj.com)
  • 10 It can be used to describe corroboration between two sets of findings or to describe a process of studying a problem using different methods to gain a more complete picture. (bmj.com)
  • They require researchers to list the findings from each component of a study on the same page and consider where findings from each method agree (convergence), offer complementary information on the same issue (complementarity), or appear to contradict each other (discrepancy or dissonance). (bmj.com)
  • 11 12 13 Explicitly looking for disagreements between findings from different methods is an important part of this process. (bmj.com)
  • A majority of studies on the relationship between religion and well-being, positive emotions and happiness have reported positive associations, while a smaller number have presented mixed findings, often varying depending on the measure of religion or religiosity used (Koenig et al. (springer.com)
  • As inter-method discrepancies may occur, triangulation protocol will be used, elaborating a 'convergence coding matrix' to display findings emerging from each component of the study. (bmj.com)
  • Attendees will gain practical insights into designing and conducting a mixed research project, including how to triangulate findings. (escpweb.org)
  • 1980). Recent improvements in the method have resulted in excellent sensitivity (300 ppt) and acceptable precision and accuracy (Ashley et al. (cdc.gov)
  • The most detailed description of how to carry out triangulation is the triangulation protocol, 11 which although developed for multiple qualitative methods, is relevant to mixed methods studies. (bmj.com)
  • 5] J. H. Bramble , J. E. Pasciak , J. Wang and J. Xu , 1991, Convergence estimates for product iterative methods with applications to domain decomposition , Math. (numdam.org)
  • Methods: Six public sector, unionized healthcare facilities are enrolled, in three pairs, matched by agency. (cdc.gov)
  • The figure at right illustrates computed vertical velocity variance profiles (a-d) which, in simpler terms, measure the strength of mixing in the boundary layer. (noaa.gov)
  • Estos métodos, también conocidos como métodos de condiciones de contorno (boundary element methods), se han usado para resolver la ecuación de Laplace en cálculos aerodinámicos desde los años 60. (upm.es)
  • These methods, also known as boundary element methods (BEM), have been applied to solve the Laplace equation for aerodynamics calculations since the 60's. (upm.es)
  • 5.1 This test method can be used to evaluate unused mixed bed ion exchange materials for conformance to specifications. (astm.org)
  • When a representative sample of the mixed bed can be obtained from an operating unit, this test method can be used to evaluate the regeneration efficiency by comparison with the same data obtained with new material from the same manufactured lots, or retained samples of the in-place products. (astm.org)
  • The objective of this study was to use criteria from the literature to evaluate 5 mixed methods studies in primary care and to advance 3 models useful for designing such investigations. (annfammed.org)
  • We then used the criteria to evaluate 5 mixed methods investigations published in primary care research journals. (annfammed.org)
  • This mixed methods study describes the pediatric procedural sedation practices of African providers using semi-structured interviews. (bvsalud.org)
  • Presentation realised for an organised session on Application and challenges to the use of mixed methods in health systems research, held at HSR 2016, the Fourth Global Symposium on Health Systems Research, Vancouver, 14-18 november 2016. (slideshare.net)
  • Application and challenges to the use of mixed methods in health systems rese. (slideshare.net)
  • With an expanded use of qualitative research in health services investigations, mixed methods or multimethod research holds potential for rigorous, methodologically sound studies in primary care. (annfammed.org)
  • This research will use mixed methods to obtain quality data to deepen the knowledge of the phenomenon of acculturation and its relationship with the lifestyles, nutritional and health status of Community of Portuguese-Speaking Countries (CPLP) immigrants in the two Iberian contexts, providing indicators for an adequate response to their health needs. (bmj.com)
  • Many of the analytical methods used for environmental samples are the methods approved by federal agencies and organizations such as EPA and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). (cdc.gov)
  • Other methods presented in this chapter are those that are approved by groups such as the Association of Official Analytical Chemists (AOAC) and the American Public Health Association (APHA). (cdc.gov)
  • Towards a One Health Food Safety Strategy for Palestine: A Mixed-Method Study. (bvsalud.org)
  • Based on the work for this campaign, there are 10 methods that can help you reduce costs and improve the efficacy of your communication or health marketing campaign. (cdc.gov)
  • The latter meaning is commonly used in mixed methods research and is the meaning used here. (bmj.com)
  • Tuberculosis (TB) caused by concurrent infection with multiple strains of Mycobacterium tuberculosis during 1 episode is commonly referred to as mixed infection. (cdc.gov)
  • A summary of commonly used methods of measuring benzene in biological samples is presented in Table 7-1. (cdc.gov)
  • 5.2 This test method provides for the calculation of capacity in terms of the volume of water treated to a conductivity end point. (astm.org)
  • 5.5 This test method provides for the calculation of capacity on either a wet weight basis or a volume basis. (astm.org)
  • The purpose of this chapter is to describe the analytical methods that are available for detecting, measuring, and/or monitoring benzene, its metabolites, and other biomarkers of exposure and effect to benzene. (cdc.gov)
  • Our objective was to explore possible transmission mechanisms leading to mixed M. tuberculosis infections by comparing genotypes and spatial proximity of all detected M. tuberculosis strains. (cdc.gov)
  • 12] M. Dryja and O. Widlund , 1987, An additive variant of the Schwarz alternating method for the case of many subregions , Technical Report, Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences, 339. (numdam.org)
  • We report a minimal-scale experiment based on the QE method and discuss the need to support targeted QEs in the search interface. (illinois.edu)
  • BACKGROUND Mixed methods or multimethod research holds potential for rigorous, methodologically sound investigations in primary care. (annfammed.org)
  • DISCUSSION We recommend instrument-building, triangulation, and data transformation models for mixed methods designs as useful frameworks to add rigor to investigations in primary care. (annfammed.org)
  • The concept of mixed methods research is not new to primary care. (annfammed.org)
  • Mixed infection research contributed to the discovery that exogenous reinfection was responsible for a substantial portion of incident TB, implying incomplete protection from a primary infection in subsequent infections ( 9 , 10 ). (cdc.gov)
  • This masterclass will cater to researchers who are new to mixed methods research and those who are currently undertaking research involving a mixed methods approach. (escpweb.org)
  • 5.7 This test method may be used to test mixed bed resin cartridges. (astm.org)
  • It is not necessary that the cation-exchanging resin be in the hydrogen form and the anion-exchanging resin be in the hydroxide form for this test method. (astm.org)
  • RESULTS Of the 5 studies analyzed, 3 included a rationale for mixing based on the need to develop a quantitative instrument from qualitative data or to converge information to best understand the research topic. (annfammed.org)
  • Furthermore, it did not refer to published studies that illustrate mixed methods research or address specific models of mixed methods investigations. (annfammed.org)
  • RESULTS: Twenty-five studies (cross-sectional n = 12, qualitative n = 9 and mixed-methods n = 4) were included in this review. (kemri-wellcome.org)
  • This possibility led to many research studies of mixed infection, which found that mixed infection is associated with poor treatment outcomes ( 6 , 8 ), including acquisition of multidrug-resistant TB ( 7 , 8 ). (cdc.gov)
  • PID), or mass spectrometry (MS). Rigorous sample collection and preparation methods must be followed when analyzing for benzene to prevent contamination of the sample. (cdc.gov)
  • Their observation was followed by phage typing of cultured isolates from patients with concurrent disease in multiple organ sites observed during clinical practice in North America, mixed cultures among Eskimo patients during the mid-1970s ( 2 , 3 ), and cultures collected during outbreak investigations in the 1980s and 1990s ( 4 , 5 ). (cdc.gov)
  • Fe/Mn mixed metal oxides were synthesized facilely by a grinding method and were characterized by TEM, XRD, XPS, and BET. The characterization results revealed that mixed metal oxides were mainly composed of not highly crystallized Fe 2 O 3 and Mn 3 O 4 nanoparticles with a diameter about 3-5 nm. (hindawi.com)
  • Both laboratory tests and applications in industry show the method to be very successful for all kinds of normal constituent materials, including silica fume, ground granulated blast furnace slag, fly ash, natural pozzolans, blended cement, fine and coarse aggregates, water, air entraining admixtures, plasticizers and super-plasticizers. (researchandmarkets.com)
  • The ADOT Materials Laboratory (Lab) obtained an apparatus for conducting the Ideal Cracking Test (IDEAL-CT) and has been investigating its use in evaluating asphalt cracking resistance, but has not applied other testing methods for this purpose. (trb.org)
  • A driving method for a hybrid power-driven system comprises controlling the power-driven system to be under at least one of the following working conditions: a pure electric operating working condition, a parallel working condition and an engine-driven working condition. (google.com)
  • After 15 days, the measurements were repeated, and each of them was performed twice in sequence to calculate the repeatability and reproducibility conditions, and the systematic and random errors for each method. (bvsalud.org)
  • At the same time, it also provides an opportunity to broaden the range of methods with which the student is familiar in order to make better critical use of pre-existing research evidence. (southampton.ac.uk)
  • A mixed-method approach on four levels was used to review the total body of evidence. (louisbolk.nl)
  • The study provides evidence that payer mix is associated with hospital costs, revenues and profitability. (who.int)
  • The Journal of Mixed Methods Research is abstracted and indexed in, among other databases: SCOPUS, and the Social Sciences Citation Index. (wikipedia.org)
  • Meer bepaald gaven eerst 136 beginnende leraren aan welke vormen van aanvangsbegeleiding ze in het schooljaar 2019-2020 hebben gekregen en hoe ze dit ervoeren. (scriptieprijs.be)
  • Methods The Natsal-COVID web-panel survey (July-August 2020) used quota-sampling and weighting to achieve a quasi-representative population sample. (bmj.com)
  • However, more recent applications of advanced molecular tools suggest mixed infection might occur more frequently than initially expected ( 6 , 7 ). (cdc.gov)
  • Through an extensive set of computational experiments, we show that our methods provide substantial improvements over existing methods in solving the largest and most difficult instances to date. (optimization-online.org)
  • In the general case, if a module has a method of its own, there's no particular reason to think that every class that mixes it in should also have that method. (ruby-forum.com)