Abstract/Notes: Wherever elementary school students sprout beans, grow sugar crystals from solution, and count the number of robins in their yards, the Handbook exerts its influence. When Mario's American emissary Nancy Rambusch requested more scientific rigor in the training process, as well as other changes, Mario refused, and they parted ways in 1963 (Whitescarver & Cossentino, 2006, p. 4). Since this schism, the Early Childhood science area has not evolved much in AMS or AMI teacher education. In a widely circulated position paper, the National Science Teachers Association stated that "learning science and engineering in the early years can foster children's curiosity and enjoyment in exploring the world and lay the foundation for a progression of science learning in K-12 settings and their entire lives" (NSTA, 2014, p. 1). Adding physical science to the Early Childhood curriculum, as well as introducing engineering and technology, seems especially relevant given that: [The] National Science Foundation's Discovery Research K-12 program has begun to solicit and fund proposals to study science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) educational programs that support prekindergarten children and those who teach them.

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ISSN: 1054-0040

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Published: Kent, Ohio, 1976

Abstract/Notes: Albert Bandura, the leading pioneer in the study of self-regulation, has defined the term as the child's ability to self-educate, self-direct, regulate motivation, and learn to think about what she is learning (1994). Lev Vygotsky's theory that children can be taught to think independently about how to solve problems expands upon Bandura's work (1978). Though Montessori did not use the term "self-regulation," the descriptions of inner discipline, or "normalization," in her writings are clearly related to this concept. Because Montessori classrooms emphasize developing behaviors associated with self-regulation, Lander University's Montessori Teacher Education Program chose to focus on this as a topic of research in a 3-year study funded by a 2004 congressionally directed grant. Findings showed positive results for Montessori children in ratings of self-regulation and academic performance which affirm the effectiveness of Montessori classroom practice in fostering positive work habits and internal motivation. The authors hope that these results will lead more public school administrators, particularly those in small rural settings where programs of school choice are rare, to consider Montessori a viable option. (Contains 4 tables.)

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ISSN: 1054-0040

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Abstract/Notes: Problem solving allows students to use what they know to achieve a goal when no solution is apparent. Traditional educational models evolved from an earlier system, based on rote memorization and designed to produce employees for industry. The workforce of tomorrow must move beyond rote learning by both applying current knowledge and using problem-solving skills to understand the issues of tomorrow. Since many of the problems of the future may not exist in today's world, teachers must prepare students to meet challenges that may not have immediately teachable solutions. In order to solve these problems, students need to employ transfer, or the ability to use prior learning to understand new information. This article describes a qualitative study, the purpose of which was to examine the use of problem-solving strategies and instruction within a Montessori environment.

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Abstract/Notes: 蒙台梭利是享誉全球的幼儿教育家.她在学前教育领域的巨大成功源自:深厚的学术功底与刻苦的学习精神、敏锐的问题意识和不懈的钻研精神、深切的关心热爱与坚定的教育信念、儿童主体的教育理念和科学的实践精神、丰厚的著述与积极的推广.幼儿园园长应以蒙台梭利为榜样,树立儿童主体的教育理念、强化学习意识和研究精神、提升执行能力及著书立说能力,以加快自身的专业成长. [Montessori is a world-renowned early childhood educator. Her great success in the field of preschool education stems from: profound academic skills and hard learning spirit, keen awareness of problems and unremitting research spirit, deep concern and love and firmness. Educational beliefs, children's educational concepts and scientific practice spirit, rich writings and active promotion. Kindergarten principals should take Montessori as an example, establish children's educational concepts, strengthen learning awareness and research spirit, and improve implementation. Ability and writing and speaking ability to accelerate their professional growth.]

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ISSN: 1009-2560

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DOI: 10.1002/sce.3730750204

ISSN: 1098-237X

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ISSN: 1071-6246