Motor Skills of Children in Singapore
Author Information
Author(s): Tan Jernice S.Y., Chia Michael
Primary Institution: National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Hypothesis
How do the motor skills of children in Singapore compare to those in the UK?
Conclusion
Singaporean children excel in balance but lag in aiming and catching tasks compared to their UK counterparts.
Supporting Evidence
- SG children showed a positive age effect across all tasks.
- Girls displayed better manual dexterity and static balance than boys.
- Significant differences were found between SG and UK children in balance and ball skills.
Takeaway
This study looked at how well kids in Singapore can do different physical tasks. It found that they are really good at balancing but not as good at throwing and catching.
Methodology
The study compared 175 children aged 3-6 years in Singapore using the MABC-2 test and analyzed the effects of age, country, and gender on motor competence.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the exclusion of children with disabilities and variations in testing conditions.
Limitations
The study excluded children with known medical conditions or disabilities, which may overlook some at-risk children.
Participant Demographics
90 females and 85 males aged 3-6 years from Singapore preschools.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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