Deadline for Nominations Extended to 12/1/2011 for Kauffman-Hallahan Distinguished Researcher Award

In recognition of the critical importance of research in special education that has a meaningful impact on the field, the Division for Research seeks nominations for the newly established Kauffman-Hallahan Distinguished Researcher Award.  This award recognizes individuals or research teams whose research has resulted in more effective services or education for exceptional individuals. Recipients of this award are recognized for both the creation of a research base and the work done to translate this research into practice. Thus, the recognized work may include, but is not limited to, research articles, paper series, monographs, professional development activities, book chapters, and/or books. 

 
The Kauffman-Hallahan Distinguished Researcher Award is funded through earnings of the Handbook of Special Education, edited by James Kauffman and Daniel Hallahan and published by Routledge in 2011. The award, co-sponsored by Routledge Press, includes $1000 presented at the 2012 DR reception at the CEC Annual Convention. Nominations are sought across all areas of Special Education as well as all forms of research methodology.

To submit a nomination for this award (self-nominations are welcome), email each of the following by December 1, 2011, to the address of the Chair below:

1. A letter of nomination, NO LONGER THAN 3 pages, addressing each of the following:

• the research base(s) to which the individual or team has made substantial contributions,
• the efforts undertaken by the individual or team to translate this research to practice, and
• the impact of the research on policy, practice, or both.

2. A complete and current vitae for the nominee or each team member.

3. Names, email addresses, and phone numbers of up to five references familiar with the nominee's work.

Dr. Karen R. Harris, Chair, DR Awards Committee; Karen.Harris@Vanderbilt.edu.
Members of the award committee include James Kauffman, Daniel Hallahan, Maureen Conroy, Clay Keller, Filip Loncke, and Ed Polloway.