Abstract
The Hands-On! qualitative observation tool was developed by Leila Faber as part of her PhD project ‘Uniek in je Motoriek’ (Project page (Dutch only): https://www.umcg.nl/-/medisch-wetenschappelijk-onderzoek/uniek-in-je-motoriek) at the Department of Human Movement Science, University Medical Centre Groningen (UMCG), University of Groningen.
Purpose and scope
The Hands-On! qualitative observation tool for fine motor skills, hereafter Hands-On!, is designed to assess the qualitative aspects of fine motor skill performance. It provides a standardized method for observing detailed intra-task components during tasks such as paper folding, writing, and cutting. This tool is specifically developed for occupational and physical therapists, offering a unified framework to evaluate and support children with motor development challenges.
The tool is validated and deemed reliable for use with children aged 5 to 10 years old, ensuring consistent and accurate assessments for both clinical and educational settings. It offers a structured approach to evaluate how tasks are performed, rather than focusing solely on outcomes, providing a holistic understanding of a child’s motor abilities.
In addition to clinical applications, Hands-On! serves as a valuable resource for researchers exploring qualitative fine motor development in children with typical and atypical developmental trajectories. It complements quantitative metrics such as task duration and error counts, offering deeper insights into motor performance.
Purpose and scope
The Hands-On! qualitative observation tool for fine motor skills, hereafter Hands-On!, is designed to assess the qualitative aspects of fine motor skill performance. It provides a standardized method for observing detailed intra-task components during tasks such as paper folding, writing, and cutting. This tool is specifically developed for occupational and physical therapists, offering a unified framework to evaluate and support children with motor development challenges.
The tool is validated and deemed reliable for use with children aged 5 to 10 years old, ensuring consistent and accurate assessments for both clinical and educational settings. It offers a structured approach to evaluate how tasks are performed, rather than focusing solely on outcomes, providing a holistic understanding of a child’s motor abilities.
In addition to clinical applications, Hands-On! serves as a valuable resource for researchers exploring qualitative fine motor development in children with typical and atypical developmental trajectories. It complements quantitative metrics such as task duration and error counts, offering deeper insights into motor performance.
| Original language | English |
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| Publication status | Published - 19-Nov-2024 |