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Article
An AMS Video for Parents
Publication: Montessori Life, vol. 13, no. 4
Date: 2001
Pages: 15
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Abstract/Notes: Review of Following Your Child
Language: English
ISSN: 1054-0040
Article
Parents Need Education, Too!
Publication: Montessori Life, vol. 7, no. 2
Date: 1995
Pages: 10
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Language: English
ISSN: 1054-0040
Article
First Impressions: What Parents Look for in a School
Publication: Montessori Life, vol. 5, no. 4
Date: 1993
Pages: 7
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Language: English
ISSN: 1054-0040
Doctoral Dissertation
Measuring Parent Perception and Understanding of Montessori Education in Three Massachusetts Montessori Schools
Available from: University of Pepperdine
Americas, Montessori schools, North America, Parent participation, Parents - Perceptions, United States of America
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Abstract/Notes: The Montessori method is a comprehensive, child-centered, developmentalist philosophy of education developed by Dr. Maria Montessori in Rome, Italy, in the early 1900s. The Montessori method differs from traditional approaches to education, and has had limited exposure in the U.S. until the last 20 years. Despite this growth, little research data exists on the effectiveness of the method or of parent understanding of the method. This research project attempted to determine parent understanding of the Montessori method of education at three Montessori schools in Massachusetts that educate children from toddlers to grade 8. The objective of the research was to design, implement, and analyze a survey that measured parent understanding of the Montessori principles and classroom practices. The survey was developed using the Montessori principles as the foundation. The goal was to determine both the extent of parent understanding of the Montessori principles and parent perception of how these principles are carried out in the Montessori classroom. Parents and guardians were asked a total of 10 questions, 7 of which were five-point Likert scales. The quantitative questions specifically addressed the six Montessori principles and were designed to test parents’ overall understanding of each principle. Responses ranged from a principle being not at all important to very important. The qualitative portion of the survey instrument utilized three open-ended, self-completed questions designed to reveal a range of parent perceptions about Montessori education and classroom practices. The surveys revealed that parent values and thinking do line up with some aspects of the Montessori method and philosophy. The surveys also revealed that parents seem to value classroom practices contrary to the founding principles. What parents value and what parents think about regarding concepts such as goal setting, achievement, competition with peers, and teachers preparing and presenting lessons is in direct contrast with some of the Montessori founding principles and intentions. If Montessori schools wish to remain viable, they will need to reconcile the Montessori principles with conflicting parent values and, further, determine how to better align their principles with parent views and desires for their children.
Language: English
Published: Malibu, California, 2015
Article
Back to School for Parents
Available from: ProQuest
Publication: Montessori Life, vol. 29, no. 3
Date: Fall 2017
Pages: 18
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Abstract/Notes: During my tenure as Kingsley's head of school, I've seen an increase in parental anxiety, including worries about children developing "on schedule." Perhaps it's related to a general trend of parents seeking more information about their child's learning and a less-thancomplete understanding of Montessori pedagogy. Every parent communication, calendar event, or other interaction is now guided by what we call the "three clear points" (TCP): 1.
Language: English
ISSN: 1054-0040
Article
Reflections on Parenting: The Art of Mealtime
Publication: Montessori Life, vol. 8, no. 3
Date: 1996
Pages: 10
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Language: English
ISSN: 1054-0040
Article
In Search of the Ideal Parent
Publication: Montessori Life, vol. 12, no. 2
Date: 2000
Pages: 22–23
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Abstract/Notes: Includes guidelines for parents visiting the classroom
Language: English
ISSN: 1054-0040
Article
Reflections on Parenting: Raising Successful Children
Publication: Montessori Life, vol. 9, no. 1
Date: 1997
Pages: 8
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Language: English
ISSN: 1054-0040
Article
A Parents Guide To The Montessori Classroom
Available from: ProQuest
Publication: Montessori Life, vol. 21, no. 3
Date: 2009
Pages: 44
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Language: English
ISSN: 1054-0040
Article
Reflections on Parenting: Are We Having Fun Yet?
Publication: Montessori Life, vol. 5, no. 3
Date: 1993
Pages: 10
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Language: English
ISSN: 1054-0040