ERIC Number: EJ943702
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Publication Date: 2011
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Supporting Student Athletes with Disabilities: A Case Study
Weiss, Margaret P.
Journal of Postsecondary Education and Disability, v24 n2 p161-163 2011
Students with disabilities face tremendous change when transitioning to postsecondary education. Student athletes with disabilities face additional time and academic demands. Many universities have developed academic support programs for these student athletes. This article describes a case study of a Learning Assistance Program developed to support student athletes with disabilities and others who struggle transitioning to a Division 1 university. (Contains 1 table.)
Descriptors: Athletes, Disabilities, Transitional Programs, Student Needs, College Students, Coping, Student Personnel Services, Academic Support Services
Association on Higher Education and Disability. 107 Commerce Center Drive Suite 204, Huntersville, NC 28078. Tel: 704-947-7779; Fax: 704-948-7779; e-mail: ahead@ahead.org; Web site: http://www.ahead.org/publications/jped
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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