Case Studies on Empirically Validated Practices for Improving Academic and Communication Outcomes: 34 (Advances in Learning and Behavioral Disabilities, V34, Part A)

Although there is broad agreement that research should inform the instruction of students with learning and behavioral disabilities, implementation of research-based practices in real schools and classrooms is a nuanced endeavor, fraught with challenges.This volume of case studies illuminates the realities and complexities of implementing research-based instructional programs and practices targeting improved behavioral outcomes in real-world settings.The case studies featured in each chapter are authored or co-authored by educators who are or who have recently been in the classroom and highlights their experiences in critical stages of implementing evidence-based practices, such as selection of the practice (e.g., evaluation of evidence, alignment with learner needs and characteristics, consideration of resources), implementation of the practices (e.g., training and supports, challenges/difficulties, fidelity and adaptations), evaluation of effects, and long-term implementation and imp