An Innovative Integrated Research Method: Estimating Fidelity Using Technology for Model Integration and Development

This article introduces innovative methodological aspects of an intervention research that followed the model development paradigm proposed by Rothman and Thomas (1994). It focuses on the design process, measuring fidelity and its graphic representation, and the use of current technology such as com...

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Published in:The British journal of social work 2011-06, Vol.41 (4), p.761-777
Main Authors: Fassler, Andreas, Naleppa, Matthias J.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Acoustic data
Computer Software
Data analysis
Development Strategies
Educational innovation
Fidelity
Innovation
Integrated development
Integration
Intervention
Intervention research
Measurement
Methodology
Methodology (Data Collection)
Modeling
Qualitative analysis
Qualitative Methods
Quantitative methods
Research design
Research methodology
Research methods
Social sciences
Social work
Software
Technological change
Technological innovation
Technological Innovations
Technology
Technology adoption
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Summary:This article introduces innovative methodological aspects of an intervention research that followed the model development paradigm proposed by Rothman and Thomas (1994). It focuses on the design process, measuring fidelity and its graphic representation, and the use of current technology such as computer-assisted qualitative data analysis software (CAQDAS). The measurement process for estimating fidelity is explained, as well as how qualitative and quantitative methods can be integrated. How the results of the observation of the implementation process are displayed graphically in an innovative and precise way is shown. Implications for future research are discussed.
ISSN:0045-3102
1468-263X
DOI:10.1093/bjsw/bcr081