Language: English

Published: Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 1993

Abstract/Notes: This report on the Montessori-designed bilingual/bicultural preschool education program of the Compton (California) School District begins with a statement of need. It includes information on project arrangements, organization, and proposed preschool curriculum. It presents plans for inservice staff development and parent participation, involvement, and education. The report also presents evaluation and audit plans, day care activities, a calendar of holidays, and the requested budget. The appendixes, almost half the report, include information on job descriptions, salary schedules, personnel policies, and curriculum areas.

Language: English

Published: Compton, California: Compton Unified School District, 1972

Language: German

ISSN: 0944-2537

Abstract/Notes: During the transition period in Hungary the role of the market has become more significant, and several market elements have appeared in education, as well. The growing social demand for schooling resulted in the huge expansion of secondary and higher education. Schools try to match the demand with the supply in a colourful variety of programmes. However, public education in Hungary struggles with very great problems of inequalities.

Language: English

DOI: 10.1111/j.1465-3435.2006.00247.x

ISSN: 0141-8211

Abstract/Notes: This article is a special blend of research, theory, and practice, with clear insight into the origins of Cosmic Education and cosmic task, while recalling memories of student explorations in botany, in particular, episodes from Mr. Leonard's teaching. Mr. Leonard speaks of a storytelling curriculum that eloquently puts perspective into dimensions of Cosmic Education as philosophy, human unity, heroes of history, invention, gratitude, connections with nature, and much more. [Reprinted from "The NAMTA Journal" 31,2 (2006, Spring): 119-136. This talk was presented at the NAMTA conference titled "Embracing the Challenge: Refining Montessori Practice," Baltimore, MD, November 10-13, 2005.]

Language: English

ISSN: 1522-9734

Language: English

ISSN: 0028-5048

Language: English

Language: English

Abstract/Notes: Claiming that the dilatory tactics, procrastination and general inefficiency of the Board of Education wets the causes for the failure of a rather expensive experiment in the Montessori system made in Public School 4 during...

Language: English

Abstract/Notes: This article describes the general principles of the philosophy of Montessori education. The basis of Montessori education is a student-centered learning environment--one that includes provision for an inquisitive, cooperative, safe, and nurturing atmosphere for learning. Students' psychosocial needs must be addressed before their cognitive needs, so that students will enjoy learning and become life-long learners. Montessori education has developed two sets of practices with regard to teacher preparation and classroom environment that facilitate student-centered environments. Montessori teacher education programs focus on training teachers in observational skill and child development. Teachers are educated in developmental levels and in matching appropriate skills and activities to levels. Appropriate materials facilitate the development of physical, intellectual, and social independence. Characteristics of the Montessori classroom include: teachers who are educated in the Montessori method; partnership with the family; a multi-aged, multi-graded, heterogeneous grouping of students; a diverse set of Montessori materials, activities, and experiences; a schedule that allows time for problem solving; connections between knowing and creating; and a classroom atmosphere that encourages social interaction for cooperative learning, peer teaching, and emotional development. The paper concludes with comments regarding the positive aspects of multi-age grouping.

Language: English

Published: New York City, NY: American Montessori Society, Oct 1991

Pages: 7 p.