The present survey research's purpose was to continue shaping the makeup of practitioner journal articles within the education field. Practitioner-focused articles have been suggested as vehicles to translate research into practice. One hundred and thirty-four preservice teacher education candidates were asked to indicate what they thought should…

Although evidence-based practices are considered critical to student success, a research-to-practice gap exists. This qualitative study examined practicing special education teachers' perceptions of their use of evidence-based practices. Special education teachers were interviewed and their classroom practices examined. Major themes emerged and…