Achievement outside the Classroom: The Role of Nonacademic Activities in the Lives of High School Students.

Murtaugh, Michael

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Publication Date: 1988

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Achievement outside the Classroom: The Role of Nonacademic Activities in the Lives of High School Students.

Murtaugh, Michael

Anthropology and Education Quarterly, v19 n4 p382-95 Dec 1988

Examination of 30 mildly handicapped and 30 average high school students revealed that regular education students were more likely than special education students to be seriously involved in activities outside of schools. Sex differences were noted. Nonacademic activities provide an alternative path to achievement and self-esteem for low academic achievers. (Author/BJV)

Descriptors: Achievement, Adolescents, Art Activities, Career Choice, Extracurricular Activities, High School Students, Learning Disabilities, Self Esteem, Sex Differences, Special Education

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Audience: Policymakers; Administrators; Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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