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An effective practice (i.e., evidence or research-based) is a method used to teach a specific skill shown to be effective based on high quality research. The effective practices we identify have been evaluated regarding the amount, type, and quality of the research conducted and are labeled below. These designations indicate the confidence in the likely effectiveness of the intervention when implemented as defined and recommended.

Source: Cook, et al, 2009; Odom, et al 2005.

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Evidence-Based Practices

  • demonstrates a strong record of success for improving outcomes
  • uses rigorous research designs
  • adheres to indicators of quality research
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Research-Based Practices

  • demonstrates a sufficient record of success for improving outcomes
  • uses rigorous research designs
  • may adhere to indicators of quality research
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Promising Practices

  • demonstrates some success for improving outcomes
  • more quality research is needed to raise to an evidence- or research-based practice
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