Peggy Shannon Baker Nov 12 2019 MMIRA webinar

The purpose of this webinar is to introduce the audience to the Mixed Methods International Research Association Massive Open Online Course (or MMIRA MOOC). To address the lack of access to mixed methods training opportunities around the world, MMIRA launched the MOOC on October 1, 2019 as a seasonal online course on mixed methods research available to MMIRA members. Each contains a set of five “core” modules based on foundational information about the mixed methods field and implementing mixed methods approaches, as well as a set of five “specialized” modules offering unique perspectives on the implementation of mixed methods in specific fields, advanced techniques, etc. Paid MMIRA members have free access to the flexible online course to be completed at their own pace. Season 1 is currently available until March 1, 2020, and includes modules on defining mixed methods, purposes for and sampling in mixed methods, theory development, social network analysis, and more. The webinar will briefly cover the history and development of the MOOC, introduce modules in Seasons 1 and 2, discuss some frequently asked questions about registration, review current use of the MOOC, and address any questions from webinar attendees.
Dr. Peggy Shannon-Baker, Ph.D. is Assistant Professor, Department of Curriculum, Foundations, and Reading And Affiliate Faculty, Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Program at Georgia Southern University. She is a member of the MMIRA Executive Board.