1. Planning: Define the research question and determine the appropriate balance between quantitative and qualitative data. 2. Design: Decide on a research design. Common designs include convergent parallel, explanatory sequential, and exploratory sequential designs. 3. Data Collection: Collect quantitative data (e.g., surveys, physiological measurements) and qualitative data (e.g., interviews, focus groups). 4. Data Analysis: Analyze the data separately and then integrate the findings to provide comprehensive insights. 5. Interpretation: Interpret the combined results to draw meaningful conclusions that address the research question.
