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DeskCycles and Elliptical Desk:
*Although the 5th graders noted some
concerns with noise, sharing the
workstations, comfort, and distraction,
overall, they enjoyed using them. 87.8%
of 5th graders (out of 74 students)
enjoyed using the bike desk and 81%
enjoyed using the elliptical desk.
*One 5th grader noted, "I like moving to
get my extra energy out so that I am not
so squirmy while doing my work."
*Another 5th grader noted, "I liked that
you could do something while doing
your work because normally I am
tapping my foot under my desk."
*Other 5th graders noted that they
appreciated the extra exercise, the
option to move in the classroom instead
of sitting, and they also shared a desire
to maintain physical fitness overall and
saw the bike and elliptical desks as a
way to support that.
*One student noted that sitting on the
chairs, "made writing more calm
because it helped me get some energy
out."
Deskcycles:
*92% of students (117/127) liked using the Deskcycles.
*Despite some concerns with the ability to use the cycles under the
student desks (due to desk height), students enjoyed the option to
exercise during class.
*Students especially liked reading while using the Deskcycles. One
student said, "I liked that I could move around without getting out of
my desk."
*Another student said, "It helped me learn better and I was able to
concentrate more. They were quiet."