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Revised scoring system and norms for the Physical Activity Stereotyping Index
1School of Physical Education, Ball State University, Muncie, IN 47306.
Perceptual and Motor Skills
|October 1, 1991
Summary
This study revised scoring and developed norms for children aged 6 to 12 years, using data from 768 participants. The findings support updated assessment tools for pediatric populations.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Psychology
- Developmental Psychology
- Educational Measurement
Background:
- Standardized assessments are crucial for evaluating child development.
- Existing norms may require updates to reflect current pediatric populations.
- Accurate scoring and normative data are essential for reliable testing.
Purpose of the Study:
- To revise scoring procedures for a specific assessment tool.
- To develop updated normative data for children aged 6 to 12 years.
- To enhance the validity and reliability of the assessment in pediatric populations.
Main Methods:
- Utilized protocols from 768 children aged 6 to 12 years.
- Employed statistical methods for norm development.
- Implemented scoring revisions based on collected data.
Main Results:
- Successfully revised the scoring system.
- Established new normative data for the target age group.
- Demonstrated improved psychometric properties of the assessment.
Conclusions:
- The revised scoring and new norms enhance the assessment's utility for children aged 6-12.
- Updated normative data are critical for accurate interpretation of results.
- This research contributes to the field of child assessment and evaluation.