The Effect of Education on Motor Skill Assessment Tool for Occupational Therapists

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 63-72
Author(s):  
Jeong-sil Choi ◽  
◽  
Min-Joo Kim
Keyword(s):  
Motor Skill ◽  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Occupational Therapists ◽  
Skill Assessment

Using the PDMS-2 to Measure Visual-Motor Skill Development with Laparoscopic and Robotic Instruments

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 167-171
Author(s):  
Asha Dektor ◽  
Jane Littau ◽  
Kate Knudsen
Keyword(s):  
Motor Skills ◽  
Motor Skill ◽  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Skill Development ◽  
Treatment Options ◽  
Skill Assessment ◽  
Minimally Invasive Surgical ◽  
Motor Skill Development ◽  
Visual Motor ◽  
High Level

With the introduction of conventional laparoscopic surgery and robotic surgery, surgical treatment options beyond traditional open surgery are increasing. If and when different minimally invasive surgical (MIS) techniques are learned vary from surgeon to surgeon. It is important for human factors researchers to have tools for measuring how visual-motor skills develop using MIS tools across different learning experiences. The current research examines a child movement skill assessment tool, the Peabody Developmental Motor Skills Scales – Second Edition (PDMS-2), as a metric for measuring visual motor skill development with adults learning to use laparoscopic or robotic tools. At a high-level, the PDMS-2 provided insight into which motor skills were supported by each set of MIS tools and which skills were impacted by differences in learning history. Supplemental measures must be paired with the PDMS-2 to better understand the mechanisms behind the observed patterns.

scholarly journals Assessing Housing Accessibility for Older Adults in Japan: A Content Validity Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 108-108
Author(s):  
Rumiko Tsuchiya-Ito ◽  
Björn Slaug ◽  
Tomonori Sano ◽  
Miki Tajima ◽  
Sakiko Itoh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Content Validity ◽  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Occupational Therapists ◽  
Building Design ◽  
Validity Study ◽  
Housing Enabler ◽  
Item List ◽  
Existing Housing ◽  
Rigorous Procedure

Abstract Scientifically validated tools to assess housing accessibility for older adults in Japan have been lacking. To address this, a rigorous procedure of adapting an existing housing assessment tool—the Housing Enabler, developed in Sweden—for valid use in Japan was conducted. The original tool was translated into the Japanese language, using established translation procedures. In the process, researchers checked the appropriateness of technical terms and adjusted specifications to be in accordance with Japanese standards. An expert panel approach was used to validate the content of the Japanese Housing Enabler. Thirteen certified occupational therapists, architects and care-managers (average experience=14.5 years) participated as experts in the content validity study. They rated each item with regard to relevance for assessing housing accessibility in Japan, on a scale from 1(=Not relevant) to 4(= Highly relevant). They suggested adjustments and additions that they found to be relevant to capture particularities of Japanese housing and building design. After individual ratings, the experts gathered for consensus discussions on suggested revisions of the item list. As a result, the number of items was substantially increased (from 161 to 283). A content validity index (CVI) was calculated for each item (i.e., the proportion of experts rating the relevance as at least 3). Using a recommended threshold of CVI ≥0.78, more than 90% of the items were considered relevant, thus supporting the content validity. However, the large amount of items might jeopardize the feasibility of the instrument. Further studies are needed to evaluate feasibility, criterion-related validity and aspects of reliability.

Psychological Assessment and Treatment of Older Adults

2021 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Mental Health Professionals ◽  
Psychological Assessment ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Skill Assessment ◽  
Case Examples ◽  
Assessment And Treatment ◽  
Comprehensive Text

Mental health practitioners are encountering an ever-growing number of older adults and so an up-to-date and comprehensive text addressing the special considerations that arise in the psychological assessment and treatment of this population is vital. This accessible handbook does just that by introducing the key topics that psychologists and other health professionals face when working with older adults. Each area is introduced and then the special considerations for older adults are explored, including specific ethical and healthcare system issues. The use of case examples brings the topics further to life. An important feature of the book is the interweaving of diversity issues (culture, race, sexuality, etc.) within the text to lend an inclusive, contemporary insight into these important practice components. The Pikes Peak Geropsychology Knowledge and Skill Assessment Tool is included in an appendix so readers can test their knowledge, which will be helpful for those aiming for board certification in geropsychology (ABGERO). This an ideal text for mental health professionals transitioning to work with older clients, for those wanting to improve their knowledge for their regular practice, and for trainees or young clinicians just starting out.

The Effects of Online Motor Skill Assessment Training on Assessment Competence of Physical Educators

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-13
Author(s):  
Wesley J. Wilson ◽  
Ali Brian ◽  
Luke E. Kelly
Keyword(s):  
Motor Skill ◽  
Program Completion ◽  
Skill Assessment ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Physical Educators ◽  
Guided Practice ◽  
Assessment Scores ◽  
Practice Tests ◽  
Professional Development Needs ◽  
Assessment Training

Novice teachers struggle with assessing fundamental motor skills. With growing time constraints, not to mention the current COVID-19 pandemic, professional development needs to be streamlined, asynchronous, and online to meet the needs of current teachers. The purpose of this study was to test the feasibility and efficacy of the Motor Skill Assessment Program (MSAP) in increasing the assessment competency of the underhand roll among physical educators and to examine which factors associated with posttest assessment scores. Twenty-nine physical educators (female = 21, male = 8) completed the program. Paired sample t tests were used to determine the efficacy of the program in improving assessment accuracy from pretest to posttest. Associations between posttest scores assessed which factors predicted success within the program addressing feasibility. Program completion resulted in significantly better posttest assessment scores among participants. Guided practice attempts and average scores on guided practice tests correlated most strongly and positively with posttest scores. The assessment training program increased the assessment competency of physical educators. Guided practice and using practice tests best predicted participant learning. Now that the MSAP results with teacher learning and is feasible, this efficacy trial should be scaled up to feature a control group and more skills.

Psychometric properties of the self-efficacy for therapeutic mode use tool in a mixed sample of occupational therapists: a pilot study

2019 ◽  
Vol 26 (6) ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Farzaneh Yazdani ◽  
Tore Bonsaksen
Keyword(s):  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Principal Component ◽  
Occupational Therapists ◽  
The Self ◽  
Parallel Analysis ◽  
Therapeutic Practice ◽  
Scale Scores ◽  
The Uk

Background/A Skills that enable the maintenance of productive relationships with clients are an essential aspect of therapeutic practice and include the use of therapeutic modes appropriate to clients' needs. The therapist requires a certain level of self-efficacy in order to use therapeutic modes in client–therapist interactions. Recently, a tool was developed to assess therapists' self-efficacy in the use of therapeutic modes. The structure of factors within and internal consistency of the self-efficacy for therapeutic mode use tool was examined. Methods Occupational therapists (n=51) from the UK and Iran completed the self-efficacy for therapeutic mode use assessment tool and provided sociodemographic information. The structure of factors was examined using principal component analysis and parallel analysis; internal consistency was assessed using Cronbach's α and inter-item correlation. Results Parallel analysis suggested that the preferred structure has only one factor, explaining 55.2% of data variance. The items' factor loadings ranged between 0.67 and 0.80, and the scale had a Chronbach α of 0.83. Conclusions The sum of the scale scores can be useful in occupational therapy research and audits focusing on self-efficacy in the use of therapeutic modes in practice.

scholarly journals Establishing Concurrent Validity of the Role Checklist Version 2 with the OCAIRS in Measurement of Participation: A Pilot Study

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Patricia J. Scott ◽  
Danielle Cacich ◽  
Morgan Fulk ◽  
Karen Michel ◽  
Katie Whiffen
Keyword(s):  
Concurrent Validity ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Treatment Plan ◽  
Occupational Therapists ◽  
Efficient Measure ◽  
Life Circumstances ◽  
Occupational Participation ◽  
Client Progress ◽  
Mean Time

Persons experiencing problems with adaptation following disease, disability, or overwhelming life circumstances are often referred by their physicians to occupational therapists. Given time constraints, therapists may skip administration of a client-centered participation focused assessment and instead use an impairment or limitation focused assessment. This approach assumes that skill remediation will naturally lead to return of participation in valued occupational roles because most participation measures take 30 minutes or longer. In response to the need for an efficient measure of desired role participation, this study establishes concurrent validity of the 10–15-minute Role Checklist Version 2 (RCV2: QP) with the 50 minute Occupational Circumstances Assessment And Rating Scale (OCAIRS) in measuring occupational participation in individuals recovering from surgery following liver transplantation. 20 subjects (mean age of 55 and a mean time-since-transplant of 5.2 months) completed both instruments. The hypothesis was supported (r=.63), showing concurrent validity between the OCAIRS and the RCV2: QP. This provides therapists with an efficient, client-centered measure of occupational participation for a client-centered treatment plan. Using the RCV2: QP in place of the OCAIRS provides a more efficient assessment tool for occupational therapists to set treatment goals and monitor client progress over time.

Functional Movement Proficiency’s Association to Actual and Perceived Motor Competence

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Cheryl A. Coker ◽  
Brittney Herrick
Keyword(s):  
Physical Condition ◽  
Motor Skill ◽  
Vertical Jump ◽  
Movement Pattern ◽  
Skill Assessment ◽  
Children And Youth ◽  
Self Perception ◽  
Jump Performance ◽  
Functional Movement ◽  
Overhand Throw

The adoption of compensatory movement patterns occurs when limitations in mobility, stability, or motor control prevent proper motion from occurring. These dysfunctional movements may inhibit fundamental motor skill development and negatively influence perceived movement competence, impeding the development of physical literacy. Therefore, this study examined the relationship between functional movement and perceived and actual motor skill competence in young adolescents. Functional movement proficiency was determined using the Functional Movement Screen (FMS™), which provides three variables of interest: (a) FMS™ total score, (b) number of asymmetries, and (c) number of movement pattern dysfunctions. Perceived physical competence was assessed through the Children and Youth Physical Self-Perception Profile. Finally, the Get Skilled: Get Active process-oriented motor skill assessment was used to evaluate vertical jump, kick, run, and overhand throw proficiency. A significant positive correlation between FMS™ total score and vertical jump performance was found. A positive relationship was also found between the number of asymmetries and overhand throw performance. The Children and Youth Physical Self-Perception Profile constructs of body attractiveness and physical condition were positively associated with FMS™ total score, and physical condition was also shown to be inversely related to the number of movement pattern dysfunctions. Results suggest that functional movement may underpin movement competence and confidence.

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