Démêle les mots
Les fiches avec parcours de lettres dirigés associent suivi visuel et décodage lettre par lettre : l’apprenant suit les flèches, garde une partie du mot en mémoire et reconstruit le mot cible. Parameters adjust to the level and the task.
Example
A generated instance. Parameters such as difficulty, size, and symbol set are adjustable.
Task focus
Each task format is associated with these cognitive categories:
language functions
Comprehension and production of speech, vocabulary, grammar, semantics, phonological processing.
visual perception
Processing of visual information: recognition of shapes, colors, spatial relations, objects, and faces.
attention
Ability to focus on relevant information and filter out distracting stimuli. Includes sustained, selective, and switching attention.
Evidence-informed format
Les fiches avec parcours de lettres dirigés associent suivi visuel et décodage lettre par lettre : l’apprenant suit les flèches, garde une partie du mot en mémoire et reconstruit le mot cible.
Source: Directed letter-path word reconstruction worksheet task
How to use it
- 1Open the exercise and adjust the difficulty to the student's current level — usually it is better to start slightly easier than feels right.
- 2Read the rules. They are short, usually 10–20 seconds.
- 3Use the generated task as structured educational material, with accuracy and clarity prioritized over speed.
- 4Compare the answer with the reference and leave a human-written comment if the task is assigned through the student cabinet.
Who it's for
- •Educators and tutors — as material for lessons, review, and home practice.
- •Speech, special-education, and development specialists — for children and adults; parameters adjust to the student's level.
- •Parents — to receive clear assignments and leave comments about completion.
Frequently asked
Can I practice without an account?
Yes. The Démêle les mots exercise itself runs in your browser without an account. Sign-up is only needed if you work with clients or want to save progress between sessions.
What is the task focus of Démêle les mots?
Primarily — language functions, visual perception and attention. The full list is in the section above, with short definitions for each function.
How long does one task take?
Most generated tasks are designed for short use in lessons, homework, or individual practice sets. The exact time depends on difficulty and student level.
Can I use Démêle les mots with clients?
Yes. In BrainTrainings Academy, Démêle les mots can be added to a worksheet set with difficulty controls, student assignment, completion time, and comments.