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Abernathy, Tammy V.; Vineyard, Richard N. – Clearing House, 2001
Investigates the students who participate in science competitions (state science fair or the state Science Olympiad in Utah) and what they perceive as the rewards for participating. Finds students participate for different reasons and see them as very distinct. Suggests that promoting other science events and activities may be beneficial in…
Descriptors: Extracurricular Activities, Learning Motivation, Rewards, Science Fairs
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Strand, Brad; Scantling, Ed – Physical Educator, 1994
Reports a study that examined secondary students' preferences on grading procedures, activity offerings, academic physical education, hygiene, dress, extracurricular sports participation, and objectives in physical education. Surveys of 958 students indicated that, in many instances, student preferences were directly opposite to what physical…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Extracurricular Activities, Grading, Hygiene