Montessori Methods PSY 632.docx

Montessori Methods PSY 632.docx

Key Points Montessori methods is a learning approach that encourages active learning,independence, cooperation, and learning in a peaceful environment to form together children’s development (Montessori, 2013). The key points of Montessori methods are respect for children,the absorbent mind, sensitive periods, prepared environment, and auto education. Respect for children- allows children to have choice and gain independence. The absorbent mind- children are continuously learning different processes of their everyday lives. Sensitive periods- children tend to learn different skills in development. Prepared environment- structure and organized environment. Lastly, auto-education- children often educate themselves while developing skills in their life. The techniques and approaches of Montessori methods relate to theories of learning.

Montessori Methods PSY 632.docx

Key Points Dr. Maria Montessori developed the Montessori Method. This theory was designed to establish an approach to enhancing cognitive development in children. Dr. Montessori realized that children from poor homes were not as advanced as peers from more fortunate backgrounds when beginning school. This observation prompted Dr. Montessori to develop a system that offered the less fortunate children a chance at being successful. The Montessori Method attempted to understand how different children developed based on various activities. Montessori discovered that children learn better when they are allowed to choose the means or method in which they learn. Social learning is at the base of the Montessori Method.According to (Amshq.org, 2019), a typical Montessori classroom has “children working.

Montessori Methods PSY 632.docx

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