Making effective use of the findings of research has long been a problem for school leaders. Research has demonstrated the effectiveness of a number of programs, approaches, and techniques, but the gap between what we know and what we are able to implement is a persistent difficulty in the schools. However, the practice and science of implementation has emerged to more reliably and effectively bridge this gap. This book provides a guide to the conceptual and practical knowledge principals, superintendents, and other school leaders need to implement evidence-based educational innovations.

Wallace, F., Blase, K., Fixsen, D., & Naoom, S. (2008). Implementing the Findings of Research: Bridging the Gap Between Knowledge and Practice. Washington, DC: Education Research Service.