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Combine qualitative and quantitative data meaningfully. Integration approaches: 1. Convergent parallel: collect QUAL+QUAN simultaneously, analyze separately, merge findings in interpretation. 2. Explanatory sequential: QUAN → qual, quantitative first then qualitative to explain results. 3. Exploratory sequential: qual → QUAN, qualitative first to develop instruments or hypotheses. 4. Embedded: one method secondary, embedded within larger study. Integration techniques: 1. Data transformation: quantitize qualitative data for statistical analysis. 2. Joint displays: side-by-side comparison tables showing confirmatory, contradictory, and expansive findings. 3. Meta-inferences: draw conclusions that synthesize both types of data. Quality criteria: use both quantitative validity/reliability and qualitative trustworthiness standards. Document rationale for mixed methods approach clearly.