Disseminating Behavioral Research

Dissemination is a key component of the research process. While several fields have developed resources dedicated to training and supporting their scientists and practitioners as they are encouraged to disseminate within their fields and to the larger public audience, there has been a lack of formal guidance for dissemination within the behavioral sciences. Disseminating Behavioral Science aims to fill that gap, providing guidance across modalities for topics ranging from the peer-review process to conference presentation to nontraditional avenues for dissemination. The contents of this edited text, divided across six sections, serves as a roadmap for students, junior researchers, and senior scholars. The first section includes types of academic scholarship, types of dissemination, and strategies to ensure ethical dissemination. The second reviews traditional publication preparation, including tips for the writing process and key components to include in each section of a scientificmanuscript. Section Three explores publication within a traditional peer reviewed journal. Section Four outlines additional strategies to get research publicly recognized through conference presentations, social media and popular media sources, and white and grey literature. Sections Five and Six offer a consolidated glossary of all key terms in the text and combined reference list.

Dr. Annette K. Griffith, BCBA-D (she/her) is a Full Professor and Program Chair in the Behavior Analysis Department in the College of Graduate and Professional Studies at The Chicago School. Her current work is focused on training and development of doctoral-level students and on support for program faculty, specifically in areas of research and dissemination. She was the 2023 recipient of the Award for Distinguished Research and Scholarship from The Chicago School. 

Dr. Tyler C. Ré, BCBA-D is an Assistant Professor in the Behavior Analysis Department in the College of Graduate and Professional Studies at The Chicago School. Dr. Ré has served the field through participation in various scientific state and regional professional organizations and as an ad hoc reviewer for the Review Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. He has published several journal articles and book chapters. His research interests include organizational behavior management, leadership skills, and multi-tiered systems of support.