- A best practice is formalized. Its formalization often takes the shape of an index card. This index card is structured in three parts: the problem is meticulously described; then the solution to this problem is detailed by the individual; and finally the results are indicated as evidence that it is an effective practice and should therefore be reused (Perrin, 2006).
- It is effective. Its effectiveness has to meet all the criteria of the performance assessment of a process: relevance, coherence, effectiveness, efficiency, robustness and sustainability (Maire,Bronet, & Pillet, 2005).
- It is reusable. Although attached to a context, a best practice is supposed to be reproduced faithfully or, more usually, adapted to another context. ‘‘A best practice could be adapted to another situation’’ (KIT3).