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5TH MIXED METHODS CARIBBEAN REGIONAL CONFERENCE!
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CONFERENCE DATE:
15 – 16 April, 2025
LOCATION: The Faculty of Law (pictured above)
The University of the West Indies, Mona Campus.
Kingston, Jamaica.
FORMAT: In-person
MAIN CONFERENCE PANEL
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Conference Chair - Dr. Sharline Cole - UWI Mona, Jamaica, is conference chair and current president of MMIRA-CC. Dr. Cole has the responsibility to lead the entire process with assistance from the various subcommittee chairs
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Conference Co-Chair - Dr. Corent McDonald – UWI, Mona, Jamaica, is conference co-chair and chapter manager of MMIRA-CC. She has the responsibility to support the chair in leading the entire process with assistance from the various subcommittee chairs
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Conference Secretariat - Dr. Joyette Aiken – UWI Mona, Jamaica. The Secretariat takes responsibility for ensuring that requests and emails from interested delegates are dealt with in a timely manner.
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Conference Consult and Liaison- Dr. Ingrid Hunt-Anderson - UWI, Mona, is a founding member and past president of MMIRA-CC (2021-22).
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Special Consult and Liaison – Prof. Loraine D. Cook – UWI, Mona, is founding member and the first president of MMIRA-CC (2017-18). Prof. Cook will provide guidance and support for the Chairs.
The sub-committees and chairs are as follows:
Scientific Abstract Committee – Dr. Sharon Jaggernauth, UWI, St. Augustine – Trinidad & Tobago. Dr. Jaggernauth is past president of MMIRA-CC (2022-23).This subcommittee is responsible for preparing the Call for Papers, overseeing the reviews and selection of abstracts to be presented at the Conference, and organizing the conference abstracts under their respective themes for the conference programme.
ABSTRACT REVIEWERS
Dr. Sharon Jaggernauth, Dr Ingrid Hunt-Anderson, Dr Claudette Fong Kong Mungal, Dr Leah Garner-O'Neale, Dr Mala Ramdass, Dr Salisha Mohammed, Dr Lois George, Dr Charmaine Bissessar, Ms. Kamilah Ibraham, Ms. Cynanie Sawyers -Haylett, Dr Mary Agboola, Dr Talia Esnard, Dr Vivian Alexander, Dr Sharmila Harry, Dr Carmel Roofe, Ms. Yolanda Henry
Marketing and Communications – Dr. Ingrid Hunt-Anderson, UWI, Mona, Jamaica. Dr. Hunt- Anderson is past president of MMIRA-CC (2021-22) and current Chair of the M&C Committee for MMIRA. This committee is responsible for creating conference posters and flyers, advertising the conference widely and managing media alerts and releases. The committee will also collaborate with the conference webmaster in developing the website.
Program Scheduling - Dr. Leah Garner-O'Neale, UWI, Cave Hill, Barbados. Dr. Garner-O'Neale is immediate past president of MMIRA-CC (2022-23) and current Chair of the MOOC Committee for MMIRA. This committee is responsible for planning the program schedule for the conference days including the concurrent workshops and presentations.
Budget, Registration & Sponsorship – Ms. Nadine Davis - UWI, Mona, Jamaica. Ms. Davis will be responsible for budgeting, registration for the conference and communicating its final income statement. Registration Assisted by Marcia Thomas-Phillips
Conference Webmaster - Ms. Gia Anderson, MSc., -University of Ottawa, Canada & University of Edinburgh, Scotland. Gia is the former webmaster for MMIRA-CC (2018-2022) and current Webmaster for MMIRA. The conference webmaster takes responsibility for developing the conference website, and creating assists with advertisement and publicity of the conference.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS & PARTNERS:
Professor Densil Williams - The Office of the Principal, U.W.I.
Dr. Tomlin Paul, Deputy Principal & Prof. Marvin Reid, Consultant - Office of the Deputy Principal, U.W.I.
Dr. Courtney Campbell, CEO & Chairman - The Victoria Mutual Group
Dr. Marcia Rainford, Director & Office of the Director, School Of Education, The U.W.I., Mona
The Dean, Prof. Shazeera Ali and Ms. Marjorie Henry, Facilities Manager - Faculty of Law, The U.W.I., Mona
The Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth & Information
Mr. George Anderson, Managing Director - INC Limited
Gordon Campell, Steel Pannist & Entertainer
Stephan Ledgister, Professional Dancer, Actor
Support Team 'on the ground'- Dr. Claudette Fong Kong Mungal, Dr. Nigel Scott, Nadine Brown, Marcia Thomas-Phillips, Kimone Chapman, Suzette Bailey, Vaneil Levers, Joy Douglas, Blessing Josiah, Miguel Ison, Mr. Brooks & Security (Faculty of Law).
CONFERENCE SPEAKERS
Prof. Emeritus Donna M. Mertens
Gallaudet University
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Donna Mertens is Professor Emeritus at Gallaudet University with a specialization in research and evaluation methodologies designed to support social transformation.
Mertens has authored, co-authored and or edited many books related to evaluation methods and human rights, most recently Program Evaluation Theory and Practice, 2nd ed; Mixed Methods Design in Evaluation; Research and Evaluation in Education and Psychology: Integrating Diversity with Quantitative, Qualitative, and Mixed Methods, 5th ed.; Indigenous Pathways into Social Research; and Transformative Research and Evaluation. She focuses on intersection of evaluation with social justice and human rights within the philosophical assumptions of the transformative paradigm.
Mertens is a founding board member of the Mixed Methods International Research Association (MMIRA) and the International Organization for Cooperation in Evaluation. She has served as the editor for the Journal of Mixed Methods Research (JMMR) from 2010 to 2014. She was also president of the American Evaluation Research Association in 1998 and served on the Board from 1997 to 2002.
Anthony J. Onwuegbuzie
Professor Extraordinarius, University of South Africa
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Anthony J. Onwuegbuzie is an award-winning teacher, researcher, author, and mentor. Currently, he is a Professor Extraordinarius at the University of South Africa and Distinguished Visiting Professor at the University of Johannesburg. His research areas primarily involve social and behavioral science topics, including disadvantaged and under-served populations such as minorities and juvenile delinquents. Additionally, he writes extensively on qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methodological topics. With an h-index of 112 and more than 110,000 citations, he has secured the publication of more than 580 works, including more than 450 journal articles, 50 book chapters, and 6 books. He has delivered more than 1,000 presentations, 250 methodological workshops, and 70 keynote addresses worldwide. He is former editor of Educational Researcher. Currently, he is editor-in-chief of both the International Journal of Multiple Research Approaches and the Journal of Mixed Methods Studies. He is founding member and past President of the Mixed Methods International Research Association. Professor Onwuegbuzie was a recipient of the 2018 National Research Foundation (NRF) top honors awards in the science and research field—receiving an “A” rating. According to the AD Scientific Index World Scientist and University Rankings 2023, within the Field of Education (i.e., Educational Research Scientist), he is ranked #1 in the United Kingdom, #1 in Africa, #2 in Europe, and #11 in the World. Also, Research.com, “one of the major websites for Social Sciences and Humanities research offering credible data on scientific contributions since 2014,” recognizes Professor Onwuegbuzie as a top cited Social Sciences and Humanities Scientist, being ranked #5 in the United Kingdom and #84 in the World. Consequently, he received the 2022 Research.com Social Sciences and Humanities in United Kingdom Leader Award as well as the 2023 Research.com Social Sciences and Humanities in United States Leader Award. Also, while at the University of Cambridge, he received the 2023 Best Researcher Award: International Academic Awards. Most notably, Professor Onwuegbuzie is the #1 most cited Educational Research Scientist in the world in terms of number of citations over the last 6 years.
Prof. Loraine D. Cook
University of the West Indies, Mona
SPECIAL LECTURE
Loraine D. Cook, PhD, is a Full Professor in Educational Psychology at the School of Education, University of the West Indies. Although now retired, she continues to serve as an adjunct lecturer in Research Methods and Educational Psychology at the Mona campus.
In 2011, she received the Fulbright Visiting Scholar Award, which allowed her to become a visiting scholar in Applied Psychology at New York University (NYU). In 2017, she was a Visiting Associate Professor at the Faculty of Education, Language, and Literacy Education at the University of British Columbia, Canada. Loraine is the founding and first president of the Mixed Methods International Research Association Caribbean Chapter and also served as the 10th president of the Mixed Methods International Research Association (MMIRA) (2023-2024). Additionally, she is one of the founding editors and Co-Chief Editors of the Caribbean Journal of Mixed Methods Research (CJMMR).
Loraine was the first program manager of INSIGHTS into Children’s Temperament in Jamaica. She has conducted numerous workshops and seminars in Mixed Methods Research and has authored and co-authored several peer-reviewed book chapters and journal articles.
ABSTRACT & PRESENTATION GUIDE
Theme: Advancing Mixed Methods Research: Bridging Cultures, Driving Transformation, and Fostering Innovation
Sub-Themes:
● Innovations in Technological Advancements for Mixed Methods Research: This theme explores how tools like AI, big data, and secondary data are transforming mixed methods research, with sessions on leveraging tech to enhance data collection, analysis, and integration.
● Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) through Mixed Methods: Focused on advancing DEI goals, this theme highlights culturally responsive mixed methods research that elevates marginalized voices and promotes inclusion across diverse contexts.
● Transformation and Social Impact in Mixed Methods Research: This theme examines community-based and action research approaches in mixed methods that foster social justice and positive community impact, bridging research and real-world change.
● Discipline-Specific Innovations in Mixed Methods Research: Tailored to the needs of various fields, this theme showcases how mixed methods can address unique disciplinary challenges, with examples of innovative applications across disciplines.
Purpose statement:
This Mixed Methods Conference is in the Caribbean region. The conference theme is Advancing Mixed Methods Research: Bridging Cultures, Driving Transformation, and Fostering Innovation. The conference aims to facilitate inclusiveness across cultures, disciplines and specializations, encourage transformative approaches and visionary discourse on the theoretical and practical evolution of mixed methods research as a tool for societal development. The conference will facilitate greater collaboration among members of the global mixed methods research communities and continue to build the community of mixed methods researchers in the Caribbean region. The conference will facilitate dialogues and insights regarding Mixed Methods among students, lecturers and non-academic professionals. The conference seeks to foster collaboration and develop a community of Mixed Methods Researchers in the Caribbean region. The mission of the Association is to engage with the international community to support mixed methods research, which broadly includes the following: mixing/combining/integrating quantitative and/or qualitative methods, epistemologies, axiologies, and stakeholder perspectives and standpoints
Conference Presentation Formats:
Paper session: - A paper session is a seminar that allows three individual authors or groups of authors to orally present their research and/or theoretical paper findings in approx.15 minutes. At the end of the three presentations, approx.15 minutes are reserved for open discussions between the presenters and the audience.
Poster: - A research poster is a graphical summary of a research proposal or completed project by an individual or a group of researchers. Posters will be displayed on portable walls in the conference venue and should measure 36”x 24” in portrait orientation. Presenters will stand adjacent to their posters during poster sessions to answer questions from the audience. Individual presenters are limited to presenting ONE poster. Presenters may provide a 2-page research summary for the audience to take away.
Workshop: - A workshop is a self-organised seminar that engages participants in considerable interactive activities and discussions related to the conference theme. Workshops are 60 -90minutes and will accommodate up to 30 participants. Workshop facilitators must make their own arrangements for providing the necessary learning materials and resources for the session. Workshop proposers should submit a 500-word abstract that includes the workshop title, a description of the content, how it will be delivered and what participants are expected to gain. Include a list of technical equipment you will provide and others you may need from conference organizers.
Doctoral Mentorship Round Table: - The purpose of these mentorship sessions is to facilitate small groups of doctoral candidates meeting with and learning from leaders in mixed methods research. Round tables are reserved for doctoral students. Each round table will accommodate three students who will each have 20 minutes with mixed methods experts (5 minutes to share their methodology and 15 minutes for feedback). Abstracts should outline the topic of the research, research questions, and methodology.
Guidelines for Preparing Abstracts:
Abstracts that align with the conference theme are invited from individuals and collaborative groups in any discipline who are interested in and engage in empirical mixed methods research and conceptual/theoretical papers with a focus on integration. Abstracts should be no more than 300 words and may be submitted by individual researchers or research groups. Individuals are limited to TWO presentations, including works-in-progress.
Abstracts must be formatted as follows:
● Title (no more than 15 words)
● Sub-theme: select the one that applies
● Background: description of the problem
● Purpose: research objectives, research question(s) and/or hypotheses
● Design and Methods (where applicable): research design, sampling strategy, description of participants, data collection procedures and instruments, data analysis approaches
● Findings (if available): summary of specific results
● Conclusions and Implications: main outcome(s) of the research (if available), implications for practice, policy or further research
● Keywords: (up to 5)
● Presentation Format: select from paper, round table, poster, workshop
GUIDELINES FOR ABSTRACT SUBMISSION
Abstracts should be submitted via the Google form for double-blind peer review here: https://forms.gle/BvGQrbghpoYviqY17
The submission must include the name, affiliate organisation and country, and email address of the corresponding author, as well as names of co-authors. The decision about abstract acceptance will be communicated to the corresponding author via email.
PLEASE NOTE:
● Corresponding authors must submit abstracts in the online submission form. All correspondence relating to submissions will be communicated to corresponding authors for dissemination to authors and presenters.
● Abstracts for works-in-progress should indicate the expected results and a timeframe within which the work should be completed. Authors will be allowed to update abstracts within a reasonable time for inclusion in the conference programme, otherwise, they will be published as is.
● Submitting abstracts to this conference indicates that authors have read, understood and will comply with the Terms and Conditions outlined in the abstract submission portal.
● Corresponding authors will be notified of the acceptance decision via email by Monday 10th February 2025. Ensure that contact details are accurate.
● Due to the number of submissions, authors may not get their first choice of presentation format; conference organisers will communicate with authors in that case.
● Presenters are expected to go to the presentation room 15 minutes before the session begins.
● Presenters will be provided with the use of a computer, multimedia projector and screen.
● Authors of successful abstracts are recommended to submit their PowerPoint presentations or poster PDF to the conference organisers by Friday 11th April 2025.
Opportunity for Publication of Papers
Submitted abstracts accepted via the double-blind review process will be published in the conference programme. Authors of select papers will be invited to submit a full paper for peer-review consideration for publication in the Caribbean Journal of Mixed Methods Research (CJMMR). The deadline for these selected papers will be communicated to the authors.
IMPORTANT DATES *UPDATED
Abstract submission deadline – 24th January 2025
Acceptance Notification – 14th February 2025
ABSTRACT SUBMISSION
Upload your completed abstracts (see guidelines for preparation) to: https://forms.gle/BvGQrbghpoYviqY17
NOTE: Accepted abstracts for presentation will be provided at a later date
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
GENERAL REGISTRATION of all prospective attendees
IS NOW REQUIRED! You may 'pay later' (proceed to OPTION 3 below to see details
*Please note prices are listed in U.S. Dollars. SEE PAYMENT OPTIONS BELOW
Option 1 - Registration via U.W.I.'s website
Please click or copy & paste the following link:
https://eservices.mona.uwi.edu/mixed-methods-caribbean-regional-conference-2025
Option 2 - Alternative Payment Option
Participants can do direct transfer to pay for registration and workshop attendance (MMIRA-CC fund code (for staff only) F-14097P).
Please find linked: both the $USD and $JMD banking information.
Participants must provide the completion of transaction advice via email as proof of payment. Email your transaction advice to nadine.davis02@uwimona.edu.jm & marcia.thomaswilliams@uwimona.edu.jm
Option 3 – Pay ‘later’ at Conference Site (pre-registration available)
Pre-registration and payment will be available on the Conference Site April 14, 11AM – 1PM EST (the day before the Conference) and on the days of the Conference. Delegates will be able to pay by CASH, or CREDIT/DEBIT card (without registering credit/debit card) as we will have point of sale machines on location.
NOTE: We kindly ask that all persons who intend to attend the Conference register at MMIRA-CC CONFERENCE REGISTRATION 2025 and select ‘pay at conference’ or ‘paid’ (if you already completed payment).
PLEASE NOTE:
*To proceed with registration through UWI's website, select the option you wish to pay (eg members/non-member), create an account & password, then Log In. You may then change the currency ($JA /US) you wish to pay in. For Security purposes, it is best to Register your payment card and test using $1 (non-refundable) then check your Bank notification on email/mobile BEFORE you proceed to the CART to complete your registration.
For further information please contact:
nadine.davis02@uwimona.edu.jm OR marcia.thomaswilliams@uwimona.edu.jm
TRANSPORTATION
Thank you for your interest in this conference. This section will be updated with more details about transportation as soon as possible.
The Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston, Jamaica is approximately 25 KM from the conference venue (UWI Mona – Regional Headquarters). It can take approximately 40 minutes to get participants from the Norman Manley Airport to most hotels in Kingston. The airport provides designated airport taxis and buses that are efficient and managed by airport ground crew. In addition, for visitors who request it, the Conference Organising Committee will also arrange for reputable tour operator bus services to be available at the airport.
The conference committee will also endeavour to provide a bus to transport conference delegates from strategic points/hotels to the conference venue over the 2- day period. Otherwise, hotels usually assist with transportation.The conference organizers will also provide guidance and information for persons who seek to travel outside of the Conference dates.
For persons who wish to travel to main rural vacation/tourist locations such as Ocho Rios or Montego Bay, the Knutsford Bus terminus is located in the centre of Kingston near to many main hotels. This provides a comfortable, safe, airconditioned ride at a reasonable cost.
ACCOMMODATION
In Kingston, Jamaica there are various hotels and Airbnbs available at different prices.
The Jamaica Pegasus is our recommended choice for accommodation.
Special rates for rooms at the Pegasus are available between April 14 - 17th.
Please use the Hotel Booking Code: 250415UWIC TEL:1-888-845-8544
Ideally located in New Kingston, The Jamaica Pegasus offers the perfect venue, fully equipped for our conference delegates.
Single Sgl w. taxes Double Dbl w. taxes
Deluxe room US$165 US$214.13 US$185 US$238.63
Royal Deluxe room US$203.50 US$261.29 US$223.50 US$285.79
Deluxe One Bedroom Suite US$231 US$294.98 US$251 US$319.48
***an additional guest per person per room is US$25 onto the double rate.
• The above rates are inclusive of a buffet breakfast and internet access.
• At Pegasus, a 12.5% service charge, government tax of 10%, US$4.00 room tax and
US$8.00 energy surcharge have been added to final rates.
• NB. Taxes are subject to change without notice.
Please note: A bus will be provided to transport conference attendees from key strategic points to the conference venue.
OTHER ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS: You would be required to make your own arrangements.
• UWI MONA CAMPUS LODGINGS. Reasonably priced, convenient & comfortable short stay accommodations may be available at the UWI Mona Halls of Residence. Contact the Lodgings Office at 876-702-3493 or lodgings.ossd@uwimona.edu.jm to make reservations or inquire about availability.
• AIRBNB. Airbnb offers a variety of options for accommodation in Kingston. If you choose Airbnb It is recommended that you stay in the Kingston 6 area as this is closest to the Mona campus.
• CHOZEN TRAVELS. Offers expert travel services & assistance such as Airbnb locator, hotel packages, tours, excursions, car rentals. Contact 876-419-5892 or 876-585-0950 / chozentravels@gmail.com
The following hotels may also be considered and are approximately 20 mins (depending on traffic) from the UWI's Conference location:
• Terra Nova Hotel
• Courtyard by Marriott
• 138 Student Living
• Courtleigh Hotel & Suites
• Spanish Court Hotel
• AC Hotel Kingston
• Hotel Four Seasons
• Medallion Hall Hotel
• Christar Villas Hotel
Most hotels are equipped to accommodate people with disabilities. The conference venue is fully accessible, with ramps for wheelchairs at the entrance, elevators, and bathrooms with facilities for people with disabilities.
POST CONFERENCE EXCURSION
POST-CONFERENCE EXCURSION DAY REGISTRATION & PAYMENT: Thursday, April 17th
The Post-Conference Excursion Day will take place on April 17th at a cost of COST $65 US /$9,750 JA per person. Entry to the sites mentioned below are included.
We will depart from the Faculty of Law (conference venue) between 9-9:30AM. The Day will include a trip to the Bob Marley Museum, Fort Clarence white sand Beach (with steamed/fried fish/chicken available), and the historic Devon House (with tourist shopping & famous local ice cream). Food is NOT included in the Cost. Comfortable air-conditioned coaster bus/es will be provided.
All interested persons must REGISTER for POST-Conference Excursion Day
Option 1 - Payment must be made separately from the Conference Fee. Make a special request for Excursion Day payment to mixedmethodsrcc@gmail.com to receive payment link (no registration of cards will be necessary/all cards are accepted)
Option 2 – PAY by CASH ONLY at the Conference Site no later than April 15th
Note: A final tally of persons going on the excursion will be made on Tuesday, April 15th