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Abstract
The main aim of this paper is to give in-depth insights on research triangulation as a strategic approach to augmenting the validity, reliability, and generalizability of social research findings. Social research phenomena are not only diverse but also complex, and this calls for researchers to appreciate the limitations of overly relying on single method or perspective. To circumvent these challenges, research triangulation through integration of multiple methodologies, theories, types of data, and researchers’ viewpoints offer not only comprehensive but also a rigorous framework for the research process. The paper delineates the conceptual foundations of research triangulation, highlighting the four key types: methodological, data, investigator and theory. Further, the critical considerations underpinning the planning and undertaking research triangulation, encapsulating philosophical alignment, skill requirements, and resource management. Premising its arguments on empirical literature, the paper forefront the value of triangulation in mitigating against bias, promoting methodological diversity, whilst facilitating in-depth multifaceted insights into complex social phenomena. Finally, the paper justifies the stance, research triangulation is not an optional but a critical component in enhancing robust, valid, reliable and contextually grounded social research.
Keywords
Empiricism, Generalizability, Qualitative, Quantitative, Reliability, Triangulation, Validity
Citations
IRE Journals:
Januaris Nthenge Mbatha , Annastacia Mwende Mwova
"Research Triangulation: Enhancing Reliability in Social Research" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 8 Issue 12 2025 Page 1556-1561
IEEE:
Januaris Nthenge Mbatha , Annastacia Mwende Mwova
"Research Triangulation: Enhancing Reliability in Social Research" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 8(12)
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