Abstract/Notes: Describes one teacher's approach to process writing, a mainstay for Montessori adolescent classrooms. The premise of the method is that everyone has the natural potential to write and that the emergence of the inner voice must be nurtured by extended conferencing and revision combined with taking risks, experimenting, and continually revising. Includes samples of students' writing in progress. (Author/TJQ)

Language: English

ISSN: 1522-9734

Language: English

ISSN: 1522-9734

Abstract/Notes: Describes the history of agrarianism and its connection with Western cultural values of private property, civil liberties, constitutional government, separation of power, individualism, and self-reliance. Argues that agrarian history has vast implications beyond just farming, affecting the language, values, and foundations of culture. Discusses implications of the spread of Western values for teachers. (Author/SD)

Language: English

ISSN: 1522-9734

Language: English

ISSN: 1522-9734

Abstract/Notes: Discusses the role of Montessori education in developing lifelong skills for creativity. Considers self-expression the key to recovering human authenticity and spirit. Urges teachers and parents to develop this inner self in themselves and their children as a barrier against contemporary materialism, hurried life, and alienation caused by high-tech communications, suggesting a new definition of creativity. (JPB)

Language: English

ISSN: 1522-9734

Abstract/Notes: Explores the experimental nature of Montessori, its implicit creativity, the power of commitment over time, the importance of depth, and the need to get beyond the overload of experience. Uses the title of the presentation as a structure, discussing the meanings behind each word.

Language: English

ISSN: 1522-9734

Abstract/Notes: Argues that a high priority should be placed on creative expression in early childhood settings, including the visual arts, music, dance, poetry, and drama. Stresses that creative potential must be nurtured and carefully cultivated, and argues that there can be no true artistic expression without freedom, and there can be no true freedom without inner discipline.

Language: English

ISSN: 1522-9734

Abstract/Notes: Considers 3- to 6-year-olds' work cycle, looking first to the Montessori concept of normalization, manifest as increasing depth of concentration. Offers guidelines for a "protected lesson," designed to foster independence. Discusses interest and purpose as the basis for work, work "curves," control of error, presentation dynamics, and design of the prepared environment as they relate to the directress' role in linking children to true work. (Author/KB)

Language: English

ISSN: 1522-9734

Language: English

Language: English