Comparing the Accuracy of Motor Reproduction and Timeline Estimation Methods for Interval Timing in Children

What is it about?

The majority of studies conducted in children to estimate time intervals utilize the motor reproduction task, which involves participants reproducing a time interval by clicking a button. However, limited information is available regarding the accuracy and precision of this task. Therefore, this study aimed to compare motor reproduction with timeline estimation, where participants estimate time using a visual scale, in children aged 5-6 and 7-8 years old. The results revealed that timeline estimation led to more accurate and less variable estimations compared to motor reproduction. Furthermore, the differences between the two methods decreased with age, suggesting a role of motor development in reducing disparities. These findings emphasize the advantages of using the timeline estimation method for precise time estimations in children.

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