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Article
The Montessori Approach to Culturally Diverse Curriculum
Publication: Point of Interest, vol. 7, no. 7
Date: Mar 1997
Pages: 1–3
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Language: English
Article
Montessori Intervention for Individuals with Dementia: Feasibility Study of a Culturally Adapted Psychosocial Intervention in Pakistan (MIRACLE)
Available from: Cambridge University Press
Publication: BJ Psych Open, vol. 6, no. 4
Date: Jul 2020
Pages: e69
Alzheimer's disease, Asia, Dementia, Gerontology, Montessori method of education, Montessori therapy, Montessori-Based Dementia Programming (MBDP), Montessori-based interventions (MBI), Pakistan, South Asia
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Abstract/Notes: Globally, nearly two-thirds of people with dementia reside in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), yet research on how to support people with dementia in LMIC settings is sparse, particularly regarding the management of behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia. Understanding how best to manage these symptoms of dementia with non-specialist approaches in LMICs is critical. One such approach is a non-pharmacological intervention based on the Montessori method. To evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of a culturally adapted, group-based Montessori intervention for care home residents with dementia and their study partners, who were paid care workers in Pakistan. This was a two-stage study: a cultural adaptation of the Montessori intervention and a single-arm, open-label, feasibility and acceptability study of 12 participant dyads. Feasibility and tolerability of the intervention and study procedures were determined through the recruitment rate, adherence to the protocol and acceptance of the intervention. Qualitative interviews were undertaken with the study partners. A pre–post exploratory analysis of ratings of behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia, functional ability and quality of life were also conducted. The recruitment and retention rates of people with dementia were acceptable, and the intervention was well tolerated by participant dyads. Findings show a reduction in agitation levels and improvement in mood and interest for the activities. Feasibility studies of low-cost, easy-to-deliver and culturally adapted interventions are essential in laying the groundwork for subsequent definitive effectiveness and/or implementation trials for dementia in LMICs, where awareness and resources for dementia are limited.
Language: English
DOI: 10.1192/bjo.2020.49
ISSN: 2056-4724
Report
Ancona Montessori Research Project for Culturally Disadvantaged Children. Final Report
Available from: ERIC
Academic achievement, Americas, Cognitive development, Early childhood care and education, Early childhood education, Elementary school students, Longitudinal studies, Montessori method of education, Montessori schools, North America, Parent participation, United States of America
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Abstract/Notes: This is the final report of the Ancona Montessori Research Project for Culturally Disadvantaged Children begun in 1965 to investigate the effects of a modified Montessori program for disadvantaged children in the preschool and early elementary years. This report deals with the academic year 1969-1970, in which 29 disadvantaged children and a comparable group of 29 middle class children are the central focus of study. In addition, there is a followup on the school careers of disadvantaged children who attended Ancona at one time. A number of hypotheses about the potential effects of the project on the children's cognitive, social development are studied. Part I of the report deals with findings relative to the nursery school children, and includes a discussion of data from three measures of intellectual development (Stanford Binet, WPPSI and Merrill-Palmer) and from tester and teacher ratings of school-related behaviors and attitudes and social interaction. Part II details findings on the elementary school children and followup data on children who attended Ancona in previous years but are now elementary school students in other schools. In addition, data regarding children whose families have had long term involvement in the school is discussed. The appendix includes Ancona school Head Start program ratings of behavior during individual intelligence testing. (MS)
Language: English
Published: Washington, D.C., Aug 31, 1970
Report
Ancona Montessori Research Project for Culturally Disadvantaged Children. September 1, 1968 to August 31, 1969. Final Report
Available from: ERIC
Academic achievement, Americas, Cognitive development, Comparative education, Early childhood care and education, Early childhood education, Elementary education, Montessori method of education, Montessori schools, North America, United States of America
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Abstract/Notes: This paper, part of a long term study, reports the effect of a modified Montessori preschool experience on cognitive development, school-related behaviors, and social interactions and perceptions of disadvantaged children. Each of thirty-five disadvantaged Negro children (31 in nursery classes and 4 in elementary classes) was pair-matched with a middle class child. In the disadvantaged group, 17 children were attending nursery classes for the first time. Pre- and posttests were made of cognitive ability, on the Stanford-Binet, Piaget tests of length conservation, and sociometric features. Also, children were rated by testers on performance and by teachers rated classroom behaviors. Data from previous years on some of the children were used in reference to long term change. Part I (nursery school) test results show that neither first nor second-year children significantly increased their I.Q. scores. Both disadvantaged and middle class children scored similarly on task orientation. Middle class children showed more friendship choices forming across social-class lines. Part II (elementary school) results present limited support for the theory that children who continue in Montessori, rather than public, school will show better school achievement. Data included school records of more than 30 children. A future study will investigate diffusion effects on mothers and younger siblings, and testing with measures more directly relevant to Montessori curriculum. (NH)
Language: English
Published: Washington, D.C., Aug 31, 1969
Doctoral Dissertation
Success and Failure in Five Different Programs of Preschool Intervention With Culturally Disadvantaged Children
Available from: University of Illinois - IDEALS
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Language: English
Published: Urbana-Champaign, Illinois, 1969
Article
[A Study of Adaptability and Adjustment to the Society in Montessori Pedagogy]
Publication: Kyushu jogakuin tanki daigaku gakujutsu kiyo / 九州女学院短期大学学術紀要 / Kyushu Jogakuin Research Journal, vol. 10
Date: 1985
Pages: 44-54
Asia, East Asia, Japan, Montessori method of education - Criticism, interpretation, etc.
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Language: Japanese
ISSN: 0286-5467
Article
The Common Sense of Montessori Pedagogy
Publication: Montessori Articles (Montessori Australia Foundation)
Date: n.d.
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Language: English
Article
[Liberty and Freedom in Pedagogy: M. Montessori and J. Dewey]
Publication: Kyushu jogakuin tanki daigaku gakujutsu kiyo / 九州女学院短期大学学術紀要 / Kyushu Jogakuin Research Journal, vol. 3
Date: 1977
Pages: 44-54
John Dewey - Philosophy, Maria Montessori - Philosophy, Montessori method of education - Criticism, interpretation, etc., Progressive education - Criticism, interpretation, etc.
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Language: Japanese
ISSN: 0286-5467
Article
Montessori-Pädagogik und religiöse Erziehung [Montessori pedagogy and religious education]
Publication: Katechetische Blätter, vol. 112, no. 2
Date: 1987
Pages: 116-122
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Language: German
ISSN: 0342-5517
Article
Educazione rivolta a tutti. Comenio, Itard, Séguin e Maria Montessori: il ruolo della pedagogia [Education aimed at all. Comenius, Itard, Séguin and Maria Montessori: the role of pedagogy]
Publication: Handicap e scuola, vol. 31, no. 9-10
Date: 1996
Pages: 6-8
Children with disabilities, Inclusive education, Jean Marc Gaspard Itard - Biographic sources, Jean Marc Gaspard Itard - Philosophy, John Amos Comenius - Biographic sources, John Amos Comenius - Philosophy, Maria Montessori - Biographic sources, Maria Montessori - Philosophy, People with disabilities, Édouard Séguin - Biographic sources, Édouard Séguin - Philosophy
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Language: Italian