A USDOT University Transportation Center

Motor Skills Development

Individuals who have difficulty controlling their movements may find it difficult to access public transport; this can be a barrier to getting the necessary treatment they need to get better. Motor skills development is a measurable indicator which allows for the measurement of individuals with various motor skills disorders. An increase in motor skill development tools and resources suggests that those with motor skill disorders could get the proper care, possibly resulting in a decline in the number of persons with motor skill disorders.1

This indicator helps determine the effectiveness of the following objectives

  • Less Contamination
  • Less Emissions
  • Less Traffic Noise
  • Connectivity and Inclusion
  • Healthy Destinations
  • Less Traffic Violence
  • Active Transportation
  • Green Space

Data Collection

One way to collect data is to use a clinical assessment, such as the Assessment of Motor and Process Skills (AMPS). This can be used to measure various aspects of motor skills, including coordination, strength, and endurance. Another way to collect data on motor skills is through self-report measures, such as questionnaires. These can be used to assess skill level, practice frequency, and perceive motor skills difficulties. Finally, objective measures like time-motion analysis can also assess motor skills. This type of data can be collected in a laboratory or naturalistic setting.2

Examples

Obstacles in Public Transport: What Solutions for People with Physical Disabilities?

In a study by Gervais (2019), the researcher explicitly stated that individuals with developed motor skills have easy access to public transport compared to individuals with disabilities. The study explained that reducing barriers in public transport will help provide people with motor disabilities easy access to health care services. The findings showed that those who used public transport had significantly improved motor skills compared to those who did not use public transport. The study proves that public transport can help people with motor skills disorders. This is an important finding as it can help to improve the quality of life for those with these disorders.

https://www.inclusivecitymaker.com/obstacles-public-transport-physical-disability/

1. Goodway, J.D., Crowe, H., Ward, P. Effects of motor skill instruction on fundamental motor skill development. Adapted physical activity quarterly. 2003 Jul 1;20(3):298-314. https://doi.org/10.1123/apaq.20.3.298
2. Gary, K.W. Assessment of motor process skills. In: Encyclopedia of Clinical Neuropsychology. New York, NY: Springer New York; 2011. p. 263–4