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. 1996 Spring;19(1):35–47. doi: 10.1007/BF03392737

Distinguishing between applied research and practice

James M Johnston
PMCID: PMC2733595  PMID: 22478238

Abstract

Behavior-analytic research is often viewed along a basic—applied continuum of research goals and methods. The applied portion of this continuum has evolved in ways that combine applied research and service delivery. Although these two facets of applied behavior analysis should be closely related, more clearly distinguishing between them, particularly in how we conceptualize and conduct applied research, may enhance the continuing development of each. This differentiation may improve the recruitment and training of graduate students.

Keywords: basic research, applied research, applied behavior analysis, graduate training

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