In this book a collection of articles report the results of several projects designed to adapt research findings into classroom practice through inservice education. In the first of four sections an introductory article discusses the concept of research adaptation as a tool for staff improvement. The second section is devoted to articles on using inservice education to promote the utilization of research in the schools. Section three contains examples of the use of innovations in the elementary classroom. An article on delivery systems in staff development programs comprises the fourth section. A final coda presents a summary of the topic and conclusions. (JD)