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This chapter focuses on the methodological decisions made in a study of extra lessons in Jamaica, and comments on choices and dilemmas during the research process. It begins with the research questions, and continues to the mixed-methods design. Subsequent sections focus on lessons learned in the instrument design, sampling, data collection, the stage of interface, disconfirming findings, and other methodological challenges.
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Stewart, S. (2016). A Mixed-Methods Study of Extra Lessons in Jamaica: Methodological Experiences and Reflections. In: Bray, M., Kwo, O., Jokić, B. (eds) Researching Private Supplementary Tutoring. CERC Studies in Comparative Education, vol 32. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-30042-9_10
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