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Article
Beyond Montessori Math Materials
Publication: PNMA Newsletter
Date: Fall 1997
Pages: 4-5
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Abstract/Notes: Newsletter of the Pacific Northwest Montessori Association (Kirkland, Washington).
Language: English
Article
The Four M's: Mario Montesano Montessori and the Materials
Publication: Communications (Association Montessori Internationale, 195?-2008), vol. 1998, no. 2-3
Date: 1998
Pages: 10–13
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Language: English
ISSN: 0519-0959
Article
The Presentation of Materials in the Montessori Casa dei Bambini and Its Relationship to the Role of Imitation in Human Learning
Publication: Communications (Association Montessori Internationale, 195?-2008), vol. 2008, no. 1
Date: 2008
Pages: 18–43
Children's House (Casa dei Bambini)
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Abstract/Notes: Sackett addresses in detail Montessori’s grasp of the importance of intrinsic motivation for imitative learning and discusses how the Montessori presentations of material assist natural development.
Language: English
ISSN: 0519-0959
Article
Question and Answer (re: how materials are used)
Publication: Communications (Association Montessori Internationale, 195?-2008), vol. 1999, no. 1
Date: 1999
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Language: English
ISSN: 0519-0959
Article
Cosmic Education at the Elementary Level and the Role of the Materials
Publication: Communications (Association Montessori Internationale, 195?-2008), vol. 2004, no. 2-3
Date: 2004
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Language: English
ISSN: 0519-0959
Article
Masks and Natural Materials
Publication: AMI Elementary Alumni Association Newsletter, vol. 12, no. 1
Date: 1984
Pages: insert [unpaged]
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Language: English
Article
From the Materials Co-Ordinator . . .
Publication: AMI Elementary Alumni Association Newsletter, vol. 13, no. 1
Date: 1985
Pages: 4
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Language: English
Master's Thesis (Action Research Report)
Improving Assessment Outcomes in Algebra and Functions Through Concrete Materials and Direct Instruction
Available from: St. Catherine University
Action research, Montessori method of education - Criticism, interpretation, etc., Upper elementary
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Abstract/Notes: Critical thinking consists of the mental processes, strategies, and representations individuals use to solve problems, make decisions, and learn new concepts. We observed our 6th-year students struggling with algebra functions and problem-solving. These observations motivated us to engage in active research to improve the students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills. We administered interventions that supported the language transfer between traditional mathematical language and Montessori mathematical terms. We utilized direct instruction with concrete algebra materials to lead the students to abstract work in algebra. We also used formal assessments and observations to decide what lessons the students should get next. Our explicit instruction included Hands-On Equations created by Borenson to provide students with a concrete representation of algebraic skills and guide them to abstract understanding. This action research occurred within an Upper Elementary Montessori classroom and included seven 6th-year students aged 11 to 12. Two Montessori co-teachers conducted the study within eight weeks during January and February of 2022. Overall, students showed improvement on assessments, enhanced interest in math, and increased confidence when utilizing their problem-solving skills on problems involving newly learned concepts.
Language: English
Published: St. Paul, Minnesota, 2022
Article
Changes to Blueprints: Arithmetic Materials
Publication: Communications (Association Montessori Internationale, 195?-2008), vol. 2004, no. 4
Date: 2004
Pages: 39
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Abstract/Notes: Division charts
Language: English
ISSN: 0519-0959
Master's Thesis (Action Research Report)
The Effects of Using Nature-Based Space and Materials on the Children’s Concentration Levels in an Early Childhood Montessori Environment
Available from: St. Catherine University
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Abstract/Notes: This research study explored the effects of using nature-based space and materials on the children’s concentration levels in an early childhood Montessori environment. Nineteen 3-6-year-olds participated in the study for four weeks. The researcher designed and implemented two interventions, nature-based space and nature-based materials, inside an early childhood Montessori environment. The purpose was to holistically improve the children’s concentration levels by being exposed to a nature-based area and materials. The data collection process relied on four qualitative and quantitative data tools: tally sheets, general observational notes, rate sheets, and measurement notes. The data analyzed in this research study suggests exposing young children to both nature-based space and materials in the learning environment is beneficial to their concentration levels. Lastly, the researcher considers further investigation of the effects of being exposed to nature and technology on the children’s brain by using scientific devices to read and interpret the brain activity.
Language: English
Published: St. Paul, Minnesota, 2020