Teaming Practices
Studies and Initiatives
Characteristics and Consequences of Teaming Practices
The purpose of this line of research is to identify and analyze the characteristics and consequences
of teaming practices that are associated with practitioner adherence to evidence-based practices
resulting in increased parent confidence and competence in supporting and strengthening child
learning and development. This initiative includes primary data collection and analysis as well
as analyses of extant databases.
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The purpose of this survey study is to investigate the beliefs and attitudes of administrators,
service coordinators, and early childhood practitioners regarding the use of primary coach teaming
practices in early intervention and preschool programs following initial training and the
provision of ongoing technical assistance. This is being accomplished by relating variations
in practitioner characteristics (beliefs, attitudes, & responsiveness to practices used with
families of young children with disabilities or delays.
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The purpose of this case study is to analyze the influences of both personal and
environmental (work setting) factors on practitioner responsiveness to and use of a
primary coach teaming practices. A major focus of this study is to examine the extent
to which practitioner attitudes and beliefs influence their ability to adopt and adhere to a primary coach
approach to teaming. The study participants are two early intervention teams in a rural district in one southeastern state.
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