The Role of Athletics: The Social World of High School Adolescents.

Goldberg, Alan D.; Chandler, Timothy J. L.

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Publication Date: 1989

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The Role of Athletics: The Social World of High School Adolescents.

Goldberg, Alan D.; Chandler, Timothy J. L.

Youth and Society, v21 n2 p238-50 Dec 1989

Discusses studies about the role of athletics in high school students' lives. Examines the criteria for social status for both male and female students. Explores the types of activities students want to be remembered for, the current basis for popularity, and the importance of the dual role of student athletes. (Author/JS)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Adolescent Development, Athletes, Athletics, Females, Males, Peer Acceptance, Peer Evaluation, Popularity, Questionnaires, Secondary Education, Sex Differences, Socialization, Student Educational Objectives

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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Note: Theme Issue "International Perspectives On Youth Behavior."