Socialization Via Interscholastic Athletics: Its Effects on Educational Attainment.

Landers, Daniel M.

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ERIC Number: EJ202409

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1978-Dec

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Socialization Via Interscholastic Athletics: Its Effects on Educational Attainment.

Landers, Daniel M.

Research Quarterly, v49 n4 p475-83 Dec 1978

This study of male and female high school athletes supports the contention that males, but not females, who participate heavily in athletics do not develop the academic skills necessary for later success in college. (PBS)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Athletes, Athletics, College Preparation, High School Students, Low Achievement, Males, Socialization, Success, Womens Athletics

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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