Journal Club: Mixed Methods

This presentation will focus on the mixed methods approach employed in the recent publication, A Systems Approach Helps Explain Significant Improvements in Local Wellness Policies among SNAP-Ed-Supported School Districts. The quantitative and qualitative elements of the research design will be described in detail and tied to systems theory. Dissemination of findings will also be reviewed, as well as methodological strengths and limitations.

Presenters

• Theresa LeGros, MA, University of Arizona

• Kathryn Orzech, PhD, University of Arizona

• Laurel Jacobs, DrPH, MPH, University of Arizona

Education Benefits

Participants of this webinar will receive 1 CEU for live attendance. The webinar provides information on the following:

SNEB Nutrition Educator Competencies

• 8.4. Select the appropriate theoretical models or frameworks.

• 8.10. Design process and outcome evaluation plans, based on behavior change mediators and program objectives,

using appropriate data collection methods.

• 10.1. Analyze, evaluate, and interpret nutrition education research and apply it to practice.

CDR Performance Indicators

• 6.1.4 Collects qualitative and quantitative data using mixed methodologies and interprets information.

• 6.3.4 Defines and establishes appropriate measurements and evaluations.

• 6.3.8 Interprets, analyzes, synthesizes and critically appraises research findings.

CDR Learning Need Codes

• 9060 Research development and design

• 9010 Data analysis, statistics

• 9020 Evaluation and application of research