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ERIC Number: EJ443795
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1991
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0730-3084
The Medallion Program: Using the Generic Sport Model to Train Athletes with Disabilities.
Dahlgren, Wendy J.; And Others
Journal of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, v62 n9 p67-73 Nov-Dec 1991
Describes the Manitoba Special Olympics Medallion Program which provides Special Olympians with the opportunity to engage in sport-specific training at the level required to improve athletic performance. The program is more competitive than general Special Olympics physical activity programs which are more recreational in nature. (SM)
Descriptors: Adults, Athletes, Downs Syndrome, Foreign Countries, Mild Mental Retardation, Models, Moderate Mental Retardation, Physical Fitness, Special Olympics, Training Methods, Training Objectives
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Manitoba; Manitoba Special Olympics; Sport Competitiveness