In our classrooms, we encounter every day sharp minds, unique personalities, and varied energies. Among them, the energy of students with Attention Deficit Disorder with or without Hyperactivity (ADHD) is often perceived as a challenge. This constant need to move, this difficulty in remaining seated, this impulsivity can disrupt the class and put the student himself in difficulty. At Dynseo, we don't see this energy as a disruptive force, but as a powerful river just waiting to be channeled. Rather than trying to build a dam to contain it, we preferred to create channels to guide it towards fertile lands: those of learning and success.
It is in this perspective that we have developed our educational tools, particularly our application COCO THINKS and COCO MOVES. We wish to present to you today how COCO MOVES can become a valuable ally in your class to support hyperactive students, by transforming their need for movement into a motor for learning. Our approach does not stop at the provision of a digital tool; it is accompanied by a desire to train and equip teachers, because we know that it is your expertise that brings pedagogy to life.
Understanding hyperactivity to better support it
Before diving into the solution, it's essential to take an understanding look at what hyperactive students experience. The visible agitation is just the tip of the iceberg.
ADHD: a different neurological functioning
Attention Deficit Disorder with or without Hyperactivity is not a behavioral choice nor the result of poor education. It is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects the executive functions of the brain: the ability to plan, organize, control impulses, and regulate attention. Motor hyperactivity, this irrepressible need to move, is one of the best-known manifestations. For these students, remaining still requires a colossal cognitive effort, a mental energy that is then no longer available to focus on the lesson.
Overflowing energy: a potential to exploit
Imagine a race car engine mounted on a city car chassis. The potential is immense, but if the structure is not reinforced, the vehicle becomes difficult to drive. The energy of a hyperactive student is similar. It is a source of creativity, spontaneity, and enthusiasm. The challenge is not to extinguish this engine but to build a framework that allows it to express its power constructively. By constantly asking them to repress their need for movement, we put them in a position of failure and deprive them of one of their greatest strengths.
The consequences in a school environment
In class, this mismatch between the student's need and the expectations of the traditional school system can lead to a vicious circle. The student moves, he is reprimanded, he feels misunderstood, his stress increases, which exacerbates his need to move. Academically, fluctuating attention makes it difficult to follow instructions and memorize information. Socially, impulsivity can complicate interactions with peers. For you, teachers, managing this energy can be exhausting and leave you feeling powerless. It is precisely to break this circle that we designed COCO MOVES.
COCO MOVES: Our answer to linking body and mind
We are convinced that learning does not happen solely with the head. The whole body participates. This principle, known as "embodied cognition," is at the heart of our application COCO MOVES.
The founding principle: move to learn
Our postulate is simple: if a student needs to move to be able to focus, then let's make movement an integral part of the learning activity. COCO MOVES is not a simple recreational break; it is an educational tool that merges a cognitive task and a motor action. The student does not move beside his work, he moves to work. This direct link transforms movement, once perceived as a distraction, into the very answer to the question posed.
How does our application work in practice?
The use of COCO MOVES is intuitive. The student stands in front of a tablet or computer equipped with a webcam. A question or cognitive challenge appears on the screen. It can be a mental calculation, a conjugation question, a logic problem, or a shape recognition. To respond, the student must not click on a button but perform a specific gesture with his body. For example:
- Do a squat to validate the correct answer among several proposals.
- Raise the right arm to choose the image on the right.
- Jump on the spot to catch the missing syllable of a word.
Our motion recognition technology analyzes in real-time the student's gestures via the camera and validates or not the answer. The feedback is immediate, fun, and rewarding. The student is fully engaged, both mentally to solve the problem and physically to respond to it. You can learn more about the operation and different versions on our dedicated page: https://www.dynseo.com/version-coco/.
A rich and adaptable activity library
We know that monotony is the enemy of attention. That's why our suite of applications COCO THINKS and COCO MOVES offers a wide range of games covering many skills of the school program, from cycle 1 to cycle 3. Mathematics, French, logic, memory, general knowledge... The activities are varied to maintain a high level of engagement. Moreover, the difficulty levels are adaptable, allowing you to offer custom challenges for each student, depending on their specific needs. This personalization is crucial to ensure that the experience remains stimulating without being discouraging.
The concrete benefits for hyperactive students
The integration of COCO MOVES into the class routine offers tangible and measurable advantages, especially for students with ADHD.
A controlled pressure relief valve
For a hyperactive student, the desire to move is like a pressure building up in a pressure cooker. Sessions with COCO MOVES act as a safety valve. They offer a structured and positive outlet for this accumulated energy. Instead of exploding in a disordered manner by squirming on their chair or getting up without permission, the student can release this tension in a defined, educational, and rewarding framework. A few minutes of COCO MOVES can be enough to "reset" their ability to focus on the next task.
Improvement of concentration and executive functions
Several scientific studies have demonstrated the close links between physical activity and cognitive abilities. Moving increases blood flow to the brain and stimulates the production of essential neurotransmitters such as dopamine and norepinephrine, which play a key role in attention, motivation, and impulse control. By associating cognitive effort with movement, COCO MOVES anchors the information more deeply. The student is no longer a passive receiver; he becomes an active actor in his learning. This total engagement promotes an intense state of concentration, sometimes difficult to achieve in a context of passive listening.
Strengthening self-esteem
Hyperactive students are often in situations of academic failure and receive a lot of negative feedback on their behavior. This accumulation can seriously undermine their self-confidence. COCO MOVES offers them an area where their need for movement becomes an asset. Succeeding in challenges, seeing their score increase, being congratulated for their physical and mental performance is extremely rewarding. This experience of success proves to them that they are capable, that they can learn and succeed. This newfound confidence can then spread to other areas of their schooling.
Beyond the tool: The importance of teacher training
We are convinced that a tool, however powerful it is, only reveals its full potential when used by a professional who understands its foundations and subtleties. That's why our mission doesn't just stop at developing applications. We are committed to supporting you by offering tailored training.
A tool is only powerful by the use that is made of it
Using COCO MOVES is not just about launching an application. It's about knowing when to offer it (at the start of the day, in transition, in a workshop?), how to integrate it into a teaching sequence, and why it is relevant for such and such a student. This requires a fine understanding of DYS disorders and support strategies. A trained teacher will know how to identify the right time to offer an "active break" and explain it to the student, not as a simple recreation, but as a strategy to help him concentrate better afterwards.
Our training: "Identify and support DYS disorders in elementary school"
Aware of this need, we have designed specific training for elementary school teachers. Our course "Identify and support DYS disorders in elementary school" aims to give you keys of understanding and concrete tools to support all students with special needs, including those with ADHD.
This training covers several essential points:
- Recognition of signs: Learning to distinguish the manifestations of ADHD from a simple lack of discipline.
- Understanding neurological mechanisms: Knowing what happens in the student's brain to better adapt the teaching.
- Classroom accommodation strategies: Implementing simple adaptations (placement in the class, splitting of instructions, use of visual supports) that can make a big difference.
- Integration of digital tools: Learning to use applications like COCO MOVES thoughtfully and effectively.
We invite you to discover the detailed program of this training on our website: https://www.dynseo.com/en/courses/identifier-et-accompagner-les-troubles-dys-a-lecole-primaire/.
Create a truly inclusive classroom ecosystem
The final goal of our dual tool and training approach is to help you build a classroom environment where each student feels welcomed and understood. An inclusive class is not a class where everyone does the same thing in the same way, but a class where everyone has the tools and support necessary to achieve common goals. By better understanding the functioning of hyperactive students and having adapted tools, you can transform the dynamic of your class, making it more serene and productive for everyone.
Putting into practice: Integrating COCO MOVES into your daily life
Concretely, how can COCO MOVES find its place in the often busy schedule of a class? The possibilities are multiple and flexible.
Key moments for optimal use
Here are some suggestions for integrating COCO MOVES in a relevant way:
- In transition between two subjects: After a long period of sitting concentration, a few minutes of COCO MOVES release the energy and prepare the brain for the new activity.
- In an autonomy workshop: While you work with a small group, other students can use the application on a tablet independently. It is an excellent activity for a group with a high need for movement.
- As a "gateway" in the morning: For students who arrive in class with a lot of energy, starting the day with a short session can help them focus and be ready for the first learnings.
An investment for a calm class climate
The adoption of COCO MOVES and the training of your educational team represent a sustainable investment. It is an investment in the well-being of your students, in their academic success, but also in your own work comfort. By offering a suitable response to hyperactivity, you reduce conflict situations, incessant reminders, and the overall stress level in the class. You free up time and energy to focus on your core mission: the transmission of knowledge.
In conclusion, we firmly believe that the energy of hyperactive students is a force that just needs to be understood and well-directed. With COCO MOVES, we offer you a lever to transform this challenge into a dynamic and joyful learning opportunity. In addition, our training provides you with the necessary knowledge to build a differentiated and inclusive pedagogy. Together, we can change the perception of hyperactivity and allow each student to find his place and thrive in school. Feel free to contact us for a demonstration or to discuss how our solutions can be integrated into your institution. We are listening to build, with you, the school of tomorrow.
The article "COCO MOVES for hyperactive students: positively channeling energy" highlights innovative methods to help children channel their overflowing energy in a constructive way. In a similar context, another interesting article is Both having fun and solving problems: smart games you must try, which explores how smart games can be used to solve problems while offering an entertaining experience. Both articles emphasize the importance of transforming challenges into opportunities for learning and personal development.
In our classrooms, we encounter every day sharp minds, unique personalities, and varied energies. Among them, the energy of students with Attention Deficit Disorder with or without Hyperactivity (ADHD) is often perceived as a challenge. This constant need to move, this difficulty in remaining seated, this impulsivity can disrupt the class and put the student himself in difficulty. At Dynseo, we don't see this energy as a disruptive force, but as a powerful river just waiting to be channeled. Rather than trying to build a dam to contain it, we preferred to create channels to guide it towards fertile lands: those of learning and success.
It is in this perspective that we have developed our educational tools, particularly our application COCO THINKS and COCO MOVES. We wish to present to you today how COCO MOVES can become a valuable ally in your class to support hyperactive students, by transforming their need for movement into a motor for learning. Our approach does not stop at the provision of a digital tool; it is accompanied by a desire to train and equip teachers, because we know that it is your expertise that brings pedagogy to life.
Understanding hyperactivity to better support it
Before diving into the solution, it's essential to take an understanding look at what hyperactive students experience. The visible agitation is just the tip of the iceberg.
ADHD: a different neurological functioning
Attention Deficit Disorder with or without Hyperactivity is not a behavioral choice nor the result of poor education. It is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects the executive functions of the brain: the ability to plan, organize, control impulses, and regulate attention. Motor hyperactivity, this irrepressible need to move, is one of the best-known manifestations. For these students, remaining still requires a colossal cognitive effort, a mental energy that is then no longer available to focus on the lesson.
Overflowing energy: a potential to exploit
Imagine a race car engine mounted on a city car chassis. The potential is immense, but if the structure is not reinforced, the vehicle becomes difficult to drive. The energy of a hyperactive student is similar. It is a source of creativity, spontaneity, and enthusiasm. The challenge is not to extinguish this engine but to build a framework that allows it to express its power constructively. By constantly asking them to repress their need for movement, we put them in a position of failure and deprive them of one of their greatest strengths.
The consequences in a school environment
In class, this mismatch between the student's need and the expectations of the traditional school system can lead to a vicious circle. The student moves, he is reprimanded, he feels misunderstood, his stress increases, which exacerbates his need to move. Academically, fluctuating attention makes it difficult to follow instructions and memorize information. Socially, impulsivity can complicate interactions with peers. For you, teachers, managing this energy can be exhausting and leave you feeling powerless. It is precisely to break this circle that we designed COCO MOVES.
COCO MOVES: Our answer to linking body and mind
We are convinced that learning does not happen solely with the head. The whole body participates. This principle, known as "embodied cognition," is at the heart of our application COCO MOVES.
The founding principle: move to learn
Our postulate is simple: if a student needs to move to be able to focus, then let's make movement an integral part of the learning activity. COCO MOVES is not a simple recreational break; it is an educational tool that merges a cognitive task and a motor action. The student does not move beside his work, he moves to work. This direct link transforms movement, once perceived as a distraction, into the very answer to the question posed.
How does our application work in practice?
The use of COCO MOVES is intuitive. The student stands in front of a tablet or computer equipped with a webcam. A question or cognitive challenge appears on the screen. It can be a mental calculation, a conjugation question, a logic problem, or a shape recognition. To respond, the student must not click on a button but perform a specific gesture with his body. For example:
- Do a squat to validate the correct answer among several proposals.
- Raise the right arm to choose the image on the right.
- Jump on the spot to catch the missing syllable of a word.
Our motion recognition technology analyzes in real-time the student's gestures via the camera and validates or not the answer. The feedback is immediate, fun, and rewarding. The student is fully engaged, both mentally to solve the problem and physically to respond to it. You can learn more about the operation and different versions on our dedicated page: https://www.dynseo.com/version-coco/.
A rich and adaptable activity library
We know that monotony is the enemy of attention. That's why our suite of applications COCO THINKS and COCO MOVES offers a wide range of games covering many skills of the school program, from cycle 1 to cycle 3. Mathematics, French, logic, memory, general knowledge... The activities are varied to maintain a high level of engagement. Moreover, the difficulty levels are adaptable, allowing you to offer custom challenges for each student, depending on their specific needs. This personalization is crucial to ensure that the experience remains stimulating without being discouraging.
The concrete benefits for hyperactive students
The integration of COCO MOVES into the class routine offers tangible and measurable advantages, especially for students with ADHD.
A controlled pressure relief valve
For a hyperactive student, the desire to move is like a pressure building up in a pressure cooker. Sessions with COCO MOVES act as a safety valve. They offer a structured and positive outlet for this accumulated energy. Instead of exploding in a disordered manner by squirming on their chair or getting up without permission, the student can release this tension in a defined, educational, and rewarding framework. A few minutes of COCO MOVES can be enough to "reset" their ability to focus on the next task.
Improvement of concentration and executive functions
Several scientific studies have demonstrated the close links between physical activity and cognitive abilities. Moving increases blood flow to the brain and stimulates the production of essential neurotransmitters such as dopamine and norepinephrine, which play a key role in attention, motivation, and impulse control. By associating cognitive effort with movement, COCO MOVES anchors the information more deeply. The student is no longer a passive receiver; he becomes an active actor in his learning. This total engagement promotes an intense state of concentration, sometimes difficult to achieve in a context of passive listening.
Strengthening self-esteem
Hyperactive students are often in situations of academic failure and receive a lot of negative feedback on their behavior. This accumulation can seriously undermine their self-confidence. COCO MOVES offers them an area where their need for movement becomes an asset. Succeeding in challenges, seeing their score increase, being congratulated for their physical and mental performance is extremely rewarding. This experience of success proves to them that they are capable, that they can learn and succeed. This newfound confidence can then spread to other areas of their schooling.
Beyond the tool: The importance of teacher training
We are convinced that a tool, however powerful it is, only reveals its full potential when used by a professional who understands its foundations and subtleties. That's why our mission doesn't just stop at developing applications. We are committed to supporting you by offering tailored training.
A tool is only powerful by the use that is made of it
Using COCO MOVES is not just about launching an application. It's about knowing when to offer it (at the start of the day, in transition, in a workshop?), how to integrate it into a teaching sequence, and why it is relevant for such and such a student. This requires a fine understanding of DYS disorders and support strategies. A trained teacher will know how to identify the right time to offer an "active break" and explain it to the student, not as a simple recreation, but as a strategy to help him concentrate better afterwards.
Our training: "Identify and support DYS disorders in elementary school"
Aware of this need, we have designed specific training for elementary school teachers. Our course "Identify and support DYS disorders in elementary school" aims to give you keys of understanding and concrete tools to support all students with special needs, including those with ADHD.
This training covers several essential points:
- Recognition of signs: Learning to distinguish the manifestations of ADHD from a simple lack of discipline.
- Understanding neurological mechanisms: Knowing what happens in the student's brain to better adapt the teaching.
- Classroom accommodation strategies: Implementing simple adaptations (placement in the class, splitting of instructions, use of visual supports) that can make a significant difference.
- Integration of digital tools: Learning to use applications like COCO MOVES thoughtfully and effectively.
We invite you to discover the detailed program of this training on our website: https://www.dynseo.com/en/courses/identifier-et-accompagner-les-troubles-dys-a-lecole-primaire/.
Create a truly inclusive classroom ecosystem
The final goal of our dual tool and training approach is to help you build a classroom environment where each student feels welcomed and understood. An inclusive class is not a class where everyone does the same thing in the same way, but a class where everyone has the tools and support necessary to achieve common goals. By better understanding the functioning of hyperactive students and having adapted tools, you can transform the dynamic of your class, making it more serene and productive for everyone.
Putting into practice: Integrating COCO MOVES into your daily life
Concretely, how can COCO MOVES find its place in the often busy schedule of a class? The possibilities are multiple and flexible.
Key moments for optimal use
Here are some suggestions for integrating COCO MOVES in a relevant way:
- In transition between two subjects: After a long period of sitting concentration, a few minutes of COCO MOVES release the energy and prepare the brain for the new activity.
- In an autonomy workshop: While you work with a small group, other students can use the application on a tablet independently. It is an excellent activity for a group with a high need for movement.
- As a "gateway" in the morning: For students who arrive in class with a lot of energy, starting the day with a short session can help them focus and be ready for the first learnings.
An investment for a calm class climate
The adoption of COCO MOVES and the training of your educational team represent a sustainable investment. It is an investment in the well-being of your students, in their academic success, but also in your own work comfort. By offering a suitable response to hyperactivity, you reduce conflict situations, incessant reminders, and the overall stress level in the class. You free up time and energy to focus on your core mission: the transmission of knowledge.
In conclusion, we firmly believe that the energy of hyperactive students is a force that just needs to be understood and well-directed. With COCO MOVES, we offer you a lever to transform this challenge into a dynamic and joyful learning opportunity. In addition, our training provides you with the necessary knowledge to build a differentiated and inclusive pedagogy. Together, we can change the perception of hyperactivity and allow each student to find his place and thrive in school. Feel free to contact us for a demonstration or to discuss how our solutions can be integrated into your institution. We are listening to build, with you, the school of tomorrow.
The article "COCO MOVES for hyperactive students: positively channeling energy" highlights innovative methods to help children channel their overflowing energy in a constructive way. In a similar context, another interesting article is Both having fun and solving problems: smart games you must try, which explores how smart games can be used to solve problems while offering an entertaining experience. Both articles emphasize the importance of transforming challenges into opportunities for learning and personal development.