Single-Case Research Design: Introduction to the Special Series

Abstract

This article introduces and describes the articles that are part of the thematic special series on investigating research questions to improve services for students with learning disabilities using single-case research design. The issue includes an article for peer reviewers that serves as a guide for decision-making and evaluation of single-case research design manuscripts. The other articles are intended for researchers who are interested in designing academic and behavioral interventions for students with LD using single-case research designs. The articles provide readers with descriptions of methods, approaches, and techniques that lead to high-quality research design.

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Single-case research design randomized controlled trial interrupted time series

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