The Research to Practice Gap in Special Education.

Greenwood, Charles R.; Abbott, Mary

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ERIC Number: EJ639114

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2001

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The Research to Practice Gap in Special Education.

Greenwood, Charles R.; Abbott, Mary

Teacher Education and Special Education, v24 n4 p276-89 Fall 2001

This article considers reasons for the gap between research and practice in special education including the unique separation of the research and practice communities in special and general education, the limited relevance of educational research, the failure to articulate manageable research-validated interventions, and the weak opportunities for professional development. (Contains references.) (Author/DB)

Descriptors: Disabilities, Elementary Secondary Education, Regular and Special Education Relationship, Research and Development, Research Utilization, Special Education, Theory Practice Relationship

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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Note: Topical Issue: Bridging the Gap between Research and Practice in Special Education: Issues and Implications for Teacher Preparation.