TRI–SQUARED QUALITATIVE AND MIXED METHODS ANALYSIS OF PERCEPTIONS OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE STUDENT ATHLETE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY [SALA]: A CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT AND COLLEGE PREPARATORY PROGRAM FOR YOUNG AFRICAN AMERICAN MEN
- NCCU Author/Contributor (non-NCCU co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
- James Osler, Professor (Creator)
- Institution
- North Carolina Central University (NCCU )
- Web Site: www.nccu.edu/academics/library/
Abstract: This paper outlines the major dimensions and overall effectiveness of the Student Athlete Leadership Academy (or“SALA”). SALA is a character development and college preparatory program designed for middle grades studentathletes. The focus of this paper is to provide information about year 1 of SALA. At the same time the paper willcontextualize SALA within the spectrum of discussions regarding Teacher Education and its ability to address the needs ofyoung African American men. The data analysis for this study highlights participant responses regarding the overalleffectiveness of SALA through the careful examination of : qualitative focus group responses on issues related to SALAcurricular implementation and lessons learned; and a Tri–Squared analysis of participant perceptions of overall SALAprogram effectiveness. The goal of this research investigation is to provide a community–oriented and based programthat can be developed into a replicative model. This model can be then be offered to other communities seeking toprovide meaningful experiences designed to directly address the unique issues and specific needs of young AfricanAmerican men and young men of color.
Additional Information
- Publication
- Language: English
- Date: 2015