Innovative Approaches to Integrating Evidence-based Practice: Appreciative Inquiry and Microlearning

This presentation explores two complementary strategies—appreciative inquiry and microlearning—as tools to advance evidence-based practice (EBP) in clinical rehabilitation. Appreciative inquiry focuses on organizational strengths and collaboration, using a 4-D cycle (Discover, Dream, Design, Destiny) to promote positive systemic change. Microlearning delivers concise, on-demand training tailored to busy clinical workflows. Drawing on examples from home and community-based services (HCBS) research, the symposium demonstrates how these approaches can support practice change and build clinical skills among direct service providers. Attendees will receive practical guidance on designing microlearning modules and applying appreciative inquiry within rehabilitation contexts to drive innovation and implement best practices.