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Philosophy
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based on observing the child and creating new ideas for aiding his/her development
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designed to develop the whole personality of the child at his/her own natural rate of progress
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ensures the child is treated with respect
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relies on the basic principles of observation, individual liberty and a prepared environment
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aimed at helping children to help themselves
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enables an atmosphere of freedom with clearly defined guidelines and a challenging environment
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allows the child to gain self-confidence and self-discipline
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provides the child with powers of observation, awareness, control, coordination, discrimination, and judgement
The role of the Montessori teacher
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to be the link between the child and the prepared environment
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to provide individual guidance at the child’s level
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to present clear, interesting and relevant lessons to the child
The role of the Montessori teacher
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to be the link between the child and the prepared environment
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to provide individual guidance at the child’s level
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to present clear, interesting and relevant lessons to the child
History
Maria Montessori (1870-1952), the first woman medical doctor in Italy, was also a teacher and anthropologist, twice nominated for the Nobel Peace prize.
She started her first kindergarten in Rome in 1907; her accomplishments here earned her worldwide acclaim.
She observed children and how they learn. This led to her developing a method of education that enables children to reach their full potential in a carefully prepared environment..