In this article, we propose a “methodological borderland,” defined as a methodological space in constant transition; one that allows researchers to combine multiple methods, data points, and theories, guided by a desire for social justice for studied populations. In doing so, we urge mixed methods researchers to access theoretical frameworks that are grounded in the ways of knowing of participants and that promote critical analysis and interpretation in conjunction with transformative mixed methods. Using a convergent mixed methods approach, we illustrate the way Chicana feminist theory can be used as a theoretical lens and analytic tool that can amplify the voices of Raza college students. We suggest and illustrate ways to use theory to enhance transformative mixed methods.

在本文中，我们提出了一个“方法论边界”，定义为不断过渡的方法论空间。一种方法是让研究人员在对研究人群有社会正义的愿望的指导下，结合多种方法，数据点和理论。在此过程中，我们敦促混合方法研究人员访问以了解参与者为基础的理论框架，并与变革性混合方法一起促进批判性分析和解释。使用融合的混合方法方法，我们说明了奇卡纳女权主义理论可以用作理论镜头和分析工具的方式，可以放大Raza大学生的声音。我们建议并说明了使用理论来增强转换混合方法的方法。