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The feasibility of fundamental movement skill assessments for pre-school aged children

Brooke Klingberg1, Natasha Schranz2, Lisa M Barnett3

  • 1a University of South Australia , Adelaide , Australia.

Journal of Sports Sciences
|August 8, 2018
PubMed

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Choosing feasible fundamental movement skill (FMS) assessments for preschoolers is crucial for early intervention. The Athletic Skills Track and DEMOST-PRE are most feasible, while others like TGMD and MABC are less practical for this age group.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric kinesiology
  • Early childhood education
  • Motor development assessment

Background:

  • Fundamental movement skill (FMS) assessment in preschool settings is vital for identifying children needing early intervention.
  • However, the practical feasibility of various FMS assessments for preschool-aged children remains unclear.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review the feasibility of different FMS assessments specifically for preschool-aged children (3-6 years).

Main Methods:

  • A systematic literature search was conducted across four databases (MEDLINE, Scopus, ERIC, SportsDiscus).
  • Inclusion criteria focused on FMS assessments with feasibility data for typically developing children aged 3-6 years.
  • Feasibility was rated on administration time, equipment, space, assessment type, item, training, and qualification, using a 1-3 scale.

Main Results:

  • Out of 330 articles, 65 studies involving 13 distinct FMS assessments met the criteria.
  • The Athletic Skills Track and DEMOST-PRE demonstrated the highest feasibility (18/21).
  • The Test of Gross Motor Development (TGMD) and Movement Assessment Battery for Children (MABC) were frequently used but showed lower feasibility (12-14/21).

Conclusions:

  • Preschool staff can utilize this review to select FMS assessments based on practical feasibility.
  • Future research should prioritize reporting the feasibility of FMS assessments in preschool populations.

Keywords:
Fundamental movement skillsassessmentchildfeasibilitymotor skillspreschool

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