DISTINGUISHING BETWEEN APPLIED-RESEARCH AND PRACTICE

Behavior-analytic research is often viewed along a basic-applied conti nuum of research goals and methods. The applied portion of this contin uum has evolved in ways that combine applied research and service deli very. Although these two facets of applied behavior analysis should be closely related, more clearly distinguishing between them, particular ly in how we conceptualize and conduct applied research, may enhance t he continuing development of each. This differentiation may improve th e recruitment and training of graduate students.