Description
Book SynopsisThis book addresses the frustrating gap between research conducted on effective practices and the lack of routine use of such practices. The author introduces a model for reducing this gap, highlighting the roles of social networks, research evidence, practitioner/policymaker decision-making, research-practice-policy partnerships.
Trade Review“Using compelling examples of programmes and associated research, this book takes us through the processes needed to implement high quality services in child welfare settings. Researchers, administrators, policy-makers, practitioners and students alike will benefit from its honest look at what it takes to deliver a service effectively." Aron Shlonsky, Monash University
Table of ContentsIntroduction The need for evidence-based practice Understanding and reducing the gap EBP implementation in child welfare and child mental health Social networks and EBP implementation Use of research evidence and EBP implementation Local models of EBP implementation Research-practice-policy partnerships Cultural exchange and EPB implementation A transactional model of implementing EBP
