Montessori Education

Child Chooses activity/material to work.child work at its own pace.child is free to discover at his own ,only guidance is given when required.Emphasis is on the concrete then moved to the abstract.Reality orientated teaching with practical life exercises.There are a specific place for materials for the sense of order.Child provides own stimuli to learning.Child-centered and child sized learning environment is present.Self-education through self-correcting materials because there is no reward and punishment.

There is treatment on individual bases due to recognition of sensitive periods.There are multi-sensory materials to develop specific skills.There is liberty to move around.Liberty to speak (without disturbing others)as he pleases and silence is not enforced .Teacher facilities /guide the child to act and think for himself.Disorderly conduct in class is regarded as teacher’s fault;she seeks it out and corrects it accordingly.

• Children Are Shown Respect. Respect is the foundation of the Montessori Method. …
• Kids Have Absorbent Minds. The young mind is ready and eager to learn. …
• Sensitive Periods Are Critical For Learning. …
• Kids Learn Best in a Prepared Environment. …
• Kids Can Teach Themselves Through Autoeducation

 Since much of the learning process is self-directed, children can gain a sense of independence and confidence in their abilities much faster than in a traditional school setting. “Students who experience a Montessori classroom tend to be more able to manage themselves and think independently.Role of Teacher. The role of a Montessori teacher is that of an observer whose ultimate goal is to intervene less and less as the child develops. The teacher’s first objective is to prepare and organize the learning environment to meet the needs and interests of the children as well as promote independence.

A Montessori education is unique in its profound respect for a child’s sincere desire and ability to learn, and in its recognition of his need for independence. A balanced attention to intellectual, physical, emotional and spiritual development is regarded as fundamental to their progress and enjoyment in learning.