Overview of Montessori Education

An educational approach emphasizing child-centered learning, letting the child choose activities and pace of learning, using specialized materials.

An Italian physician and educator who developed the Montessori Method, focusing on self-directed learning and specially designed materials.

Specifically designed learning tools in the Montessori method used to develop various skills.

An educational institution applying the Montessori Method with a child-centered approach and use of Montessori materials.

An approach to learning emphasizing individual learning styles, allowing the child to choose activities and pace of learning.

The process of learning that is driven by the individual's own interests and motivation rather than external pressure.

Maria Montessori spent her early years in a rural setting, later supported her child and assisted with her mother's research and community work.

A childcare center opened in 1907 by Maria Montessori, designed for children aged 2-7.

Maria Montessori's educational approach where children learn through self-directed activities, hands-on materials, and practical life skills.

Everyday tasks like dressing, cleaning, and gardening to encourage self-reliance and independence in Montessori classrooms

Educational materials used in Montessori classrooms to develop a child's senses, reasoning, and refinement of skills.

Learning approach where children decide what and how they learn, based on their interest and curiosity.

Montessori's approach where she closely observed the children, assessing their absorption and comprehension levels, and adapting her strategies based on these insights.

Placement of learning materials at accessible, low, child-friendly heights, to encourage active involvement.

Maria Montessori's early life and experiences influenced her later educational philosophy. She was supported by her mother and this influenced her choice to attend technical school after elementary school and later study medicine.

Maria Montessori started as a volunteer assistant in a psychiatric clinic at the University of Rome after graduating in 1896, focusing on children with learning difficulties.

Montessori observed children engaging with discarded bread crumbs, recognizing that poverty could contribute to learning differences, indicating solvable issues. Her observations motivated her to develop an educational approach focused on creating an inspiring learning environment.

All materials should be accessible and engaging to the child, enabling movement and creativity. Teachers facilitate, not control, learning.

In 1907, Maria Montessori opened the first children's house in Italy, inspiring her educational approach.

Nazi officials initially welcomed Montessori's work. However, they later opposed her education philosophy due to its emphasis on freedom of expression for children.

Montessori's values prioritized the rights of children and women.

In 1934, when the Italian government tried to change her curriculum to match the Nazi views, Maria Montessori left Italy.

Maria Montessori passed away in 1952 at age 81, living a life of writing and education.