Dissertation
Triangulation of Quantitative and Qualitative Findings
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Triangulation of Quantitative and Qualitative FindingsBased on the findings of the quantitative study, the interview, and the focus group discussion, it is suggested that the data be triangulated. The data reveals recurring themes associated with the digital skills divide between mechanical engineering graduates and the Ghanaian engineering industry. These include the need for relevant and practical digital skills training programmes, the significance of collaboration between academia and industry, the demand for graduates with digital skills, and the difficulties graduates face on the job market. The majority of respondents believe there is digital skills divide between graduates and the engineering industry, and that there is a high demand for graduates with digital skills in fields such as machine learning, 3D modelling, and robotics. The findings from the interviews and focus groups provide a deeper understanding of the specific skills that are in demand, such as knowledge of advanced manufacturing technologies, as well as the challenges graduates face on the job market, such as a lack of industry experience. The findings from the interviews and focus groups validate and corroborate the quantitative findings, providing additional evidence and context for the digital skills divide and the demand for graduates with specific digital skills. In addition, the qualitative data emphasises the significance of collaboration between academia and industry in the development of practical and relevant digital skills training programmes for graduates. There were no significant discrepancies or inconsistencies between the quantitative and qualitative findings, indicating a solid and reliable understanding of the digital skills divide and its implications for mechanical engineering graduates and the Ghanaian engineering industry. The triangulation of the data provides a comprehensive comprehension of the digital skills gap and the potential for disruptive technologies to bridge this divide between mechanical engineering graduates and the Ghanaian engineering industry. This synthesis emphasises the need for collaboration between academia and industry to develop relevant and practical digital skills training programmes, as well as the potential for innovative disruptive technologies to increase the industry's competitiveness and create new opportunities for graduates. These findings can assist policymakers, educational institutions, and industry stakeholders in addressing the digital skills divide and encouraging the development of digital skills in Ghana's engineering industry. In addition, the triangulated findings provide a basis for future research in this field. Download 2.1 Mb. Share with your friends:
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