Use of Technology During Test of Gross Motor Development-3 Assessment

Authors

  • Melissa Bittner California State University, Long Beach
  • Amanda Young California State University, Long Beach
  • Lucky Bradshaw Los Angeles Unified School District
  • Barry Lavay California State University, Long Beach
  • Laura Prieto University of Wisconsin-Madison
  • Byungmo Ku Yong-In University, South Korea
  • Luis Columna University of Wisconsin at Madison

Abstract

The third edition of the Test of Gross Motor Development (TGMD-3; Ulrich, 2019) is one of the most frequently used assessments to measure fundamental motor skills of children. This instrument is typically administered in a low-technology format (paper/pencil). The purpose of this study was twofold: 1) to determine adapted physical activity (APA) researchers, adapted physical education (APE) teachers, and APE pre-service students use of technology and 2) to evaluate the accuracy and time of the administration of a newly constructed, technology-based mode of the TGMD-3 (i.e., Google Sheets). A Google Sheets scoring tool was created to assist during administration of the TGMD-3. Participants (n = 76) completed an online survey regarding the use of technology during assessments and their perceptions of TGMD-3 Google Sheets after using the tool. The TGMD-3 Google Sheet was also evaluated for speed and accuracy (n = 14). Among most notable findings, the Google Sheets scoring tool saved time maintaining scoring records and allowed for greater efficiency.

Published

2024-09-17

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Feature Articles