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Changing expectations in Special Olympics : a guide to basic skill acquisition, health and sport for individuals with an intellectual disability / Jacques Thibault.

ISBN: 9780986716577
ISBN: 098671657X
Physical Description: 131 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm.
Publisher: Calgary, Alberta : Sport Invy, 2018.
Copyright: &copy;2018.

Summary:

"Not long ago individuals with intellectual disabilities were put in institutions because few realized their potential and what they could contribute to society. Fifty years ago, programs such as those promoted by Special Olympics changed expectations of individuals with intellectual disabilities so they could participate in organized activities and experience life like never before. After seven years with Special Olympics, I came to realize that a new change in expectations is necessary to integrate and increase contributions that SO athletes can make to society. This is why I decided to write a book about what I believe is the next step to develop further and take advantage of the potential for individuals with intellectual disabilities."-- from author.