ABSTRACT
In this chapter, mapping comprising four dimensions is used metaphorically to illustrate selective conceptualizations and processes defining integration within the current literature. The first dimension discussed is the trajectory of the concept of mixing that has evolved conceptually and has led to the concept of integration as an integral characteristic of mixed methods research, hereafter referred to as mixed research (MR). The second dimension is emerging concepts of integration within the field of MR; the third dimension is empirical examples of successful integration obtained from the published literature. Successful in this context is reflective of the quality of researchers’ explanations that integration led to enhanced understanding of the topic of interest within the respective studies. The fourth dimension discussed is selective examples of integration challenges. I conclude by summarizing the points as presented in the chapter to illustrate how integration conceptually has redefined the field of MR.
