Integrating quantitative and qualitative analysis using latent and manifest variables

Author(s): Densten, I. L.

Journal/Book: Qual Quant. 1998; 32: Spuiboulevard 50, PO Box 17, 3300 AA Dordrecht, Netherlands. Kluwer Academic Publ. 419-431.

Abstract: The relative virtues of quantitative and qualitative research have been vigorously debated. Several researchers recommend combining methodologies but there is little evidence in the literature to suggest how different research methods might be integrated (Bryman, 1988). The current study addresses this deficiency in the research by examining the use of latent variables in quantitative and qualitative research as st means of blending the two approaches. A study of entrepreneurial Locus of Control where quantitative and qualitative data were available illustrates the methodological issues. Analysis of quantitative data was conducted using LISREL (7.20) and qualitative data were categorised using NUD.IST (Non-numerical Unstructured Data Indexing Searching and Theorising computer software). Detailed comparisons are made between the methods described in this paper and other approaches to content analysis.

Note: Article Gray JH, Monash Univ, Dept Management, 900 Dandenong Rd, Caulfield, E Vic 3145, AUSTRALIA

Keyword(s): CONFIRMATORY FACTOR-ANALYSIS; INTERNAL-EXTERNAL SCALE; WORK SATISFACTION; LOCUS; LEADERSHIP; ORGANIZATIONS

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