Structure of Motor Abilities in Children
- 1 February 1981
- journal article
- research article
- Published by SAGE Publications in Perceptual and Motor Skills
- Vol. 52 (1) , 119-129
- https://doi.org/10.2466/pms.1981.52.1.119
Abstract
Theoretical and empirical studies in motor abilities were synthesized to construct an extensive range of tests items with auxiliary apparatus. These items were administered to 765 children between ages 4 1/2 and 14 1/2 yr. Results indicate that motor proficiency can be assessed safely and reliably in one testing period. The factor analysis of the 46 items supported the original subtest grouping of the items which employed a theoretical-rational strategy. Factor analysis of the subtests suggested the existence of two major dimensions, speed-precision-strength and balance-coordination.This publication has 5 references indexed in Scilit:
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