Examining the criterion validity of two scalable, information technology-based systems designed to measure the quantity and quality of movement behaviours of children from Hong Kong primary schools: a cross-sectional validation study.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

Research has shown that having adequate quantity and quality of physical activity can contribute to the health and well-being of children. Nonetheless, existing tools to measure these constructs in children have limitations in terms of their objectivity and scalability. In this study, we provide criterion validity evidence of two systems built on commercially available sensors (ie, gyroscopes and infrared cameras), designed to measure children's moderate-to-vigorous physical activity and fundamental movement skill proficiencies.

Design

Cross-sectional.

Setting

Primary schools in Hong Kong.

Participants

Data from 30 (age=8.55±1.25 years) and 1174 (age=9.15±1.63 years) children were included for the validation of physical activity and fundamental movem

SUBMITTER: Ha AS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9422835 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature