Rethinking Inclusion in the Modern Classroom
Movement-Based Learning and ADHD: Rethinking Inclusion in the Modern Classroom By Ph.d proffessor Ole Henrik Hansen, Professor of Education Why Movement May Be One of Education’s Most Underutilized Learning Resources Across schools worldwide, educators are working to create more inclusive learning environments for students with diverse cognitive, social, and emotional needs. Among the students who […]
Why children learn better when they move
Why children learn better when they move By P.hd. proffessor Ole Henrik Hansen, Professor of Education For generations, educational systems have largely been built upon a sedentary understanding of learning. The dominant assumption has been that academic achievement is best supported when children remain seated, attentive, and cognitively focused on abstract content. However, contemporary research […]
Movement and learning – why physical activity strengthens children’s learning
Movement and Learning – Why Physical Activity Enhances Children’s Learning By Ole Henrik Hansen, PhD in Didactics, Professor of Education Research shows a link between movement and learning The traditional notion that learning occurs best when students remain seated and still is increasingly being challenged. Research within neurology, physiology, and education suggests that learning and […]
Neurodivergent students
Transforming Learning for Neurodivergent Students with ActiveFloor In Italy, the team at Psychological’s Center, Dr. Facci Michele faced a daily challenge familiar to many special education professionals: how do you capture the attention of children who can’t sit still, who feel left out by traditional teaching methods, and who struggle to find joy in the classroom? case […]
Insights from a PhD Professor of Education
From passive receiver to active creator: why ActiveFloor works By Ole Henrik Hansen, PhD in Didactics, Professor of Education https://youtu.be/bA_X_-CpKvU the connection between the body and learning For many years, learning has been understood as something that could be “poured into” children – as if knowledge could be transferred one-way from adult to child and […]
Game: Globetrotter
New game: Globetrotter Travel the world, find the animals in the forest and much more! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PXyGHYjrkB4&list=TLGG6yTwZLMYXvYxMjA4MjAyNQ How to use Globetrotter Globetrotter is the ultimate challenge for curious minds, adaptable to any subject! Whether you’re exploring geography and famous locations or testing your knowledge with math problems, science, language and more, this game makes learning interactive […]
Math game: DragonDice
A Magical Math Game for Your Classroom How to Play DragonDice We are proud to introduce DragonDice, an exciting new addition to ActiveFloor’s collection of subject-specific educational games—designed to transform math practice into a true adventure. DragonDice invites students to explore addition, subtraction, and multiplication in an active, hands-on way, all while working toward a […]
High energy game: PopIT
New game: POP It Get Your Heart Racing with Pop IT https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I5SgFN-Ljv8&list=TLGG9kOQhjl_mwoxMjA4MjAyNQ new game POP IT is a fast-paced and entertaining game where the goal is to step on the displayed elements as quickly as possible! Whether it’s balloons, dinosaurs, cars, funny faces, or something entirely different, it’s all about being quick on your feet […]
Game: PizzaParty
New game: PIZZAPARTY Can you and your friends make the best pizza in town? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bHxtuLvfwNU&list=TLGGfNOUq6GTjKoxMjA4MjAyNQ How to play PizzaParty Get ready for a fast-paced pizza-making adventure in PizzaParty! Step behind the counter and dive into the challenge of crafting the perfect pizzas. Whether you’re working solo or racing against the clock with friends, this game […]
Game: WordFinder
New game: wordfinder Fun game: Find the correct word! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Auf7GfPoNGg&list=TLGGzaLcheF9F2ExMjA4MjAyNQ How to play We’re excited to introduce WordFinder, an interactive new addition to ActiveFloor’s lineup of educational games, designed to make word recognition and spelling an active challenge. WordFinder transforms language learning into a dynamic experience where students must think fast, move quickly, and hit […]