This paper explores the shared philosophies between Richard Evanoff's intercultural dialogue on ethics and Jennifer Greene's mixed methods way of thinking, both of which are rooted in a dialectical approach. This approach emphasizes engaging with contradictions and synthesizing diverse perspectives to generate new insights. Evanoff's normative framework highlights the importance of dialogue in reconciling cultural differences, fostering the creation of a "third culture" that integrates conflicting values. Similarly, Greene's mixed methods way of thinking, guided by a multiplistic mental model and a dialectical stance, incorporates empirical and theoretical dimensions to address complex social phenomena comprehensively. This paper argues that combining Evanoff's emphasis on ethical dialogue within a normative approach with Greene's methodological rigor in mixed methods research provides a robust framework for fostering inclusivity, advancing social justice, and achieving a deeper understanding of complex issues through dialogic practices.
Hisako Kakai (Thu,) studied this question.