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Title: The Practical Journal Article: Writing to Be Read by Professionals in the Field.
Authors: Jalongo, Mary Renck1 (AUTHOR) mjalongo@comcast.net
Source: Early Childhood Education Journal. Jun2026, Vol. 54 Issue 5, p3305-3316. 12p.
Subject Terms: *Theory-practice relationship, *Scholarly communication, *Authorship, *Academic discourse, Periodical articles
Abstract: Although university faculty are pressured to publish empirical research as evidence of their scholarship, manuscripts written for practitioners can make an important contribution to the profession. This article is organized around five main questions: (1) What misconceptions about scholarly practical articles persist? (2) What purposes do practical articles serve? (3) Why write for practitioners in the field? (4) Who is best suited to author practical manuscripts? and (5) How are academic articles that aim to improve professional practice planned, written, and assessed? The premise of the article is that high-quality practical manuscripts represent the best of both worlds: the scientific rigor of research and evidence-based recommendations that support professionals in becoming better at their jobs. Outstanding practical publications succeed in bridging the theory/research/practice gap and promoting more effective practice in the discipline. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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  Data: Although university faculty are pressured to publish empirical research as evidence of their scholarship, manuscripts written for practitioners can make an important contribution to the profession. This article is organized around five main questions: (1) What misconceptions about scholarly practical articles persist? (2) What purposes do practical articles serve? (3) Why write for practitioners in the field? (4) Who is best suited to author practical manuscripts? and (5) How are academic articles that aim to improve professional practice planned, written, and assessed? The premise of the article is that high-quality practical manuscripts represent the best of both worlds: the scientific rigor of research and evidence-based recommendations that support professionals in becoming better at their jobs. Outstanding practical publications succeed in bridging the theory/research/practice gap and promoting more effective practice in the discipline. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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