Montessori

Methodology Training and Classroom

Implementation
Montessori Methodology Training and Classroom Implementation
 Montessori Methodology Training and Classroom Implementation

Course Description:
The Montessori Methodology has been around for over a hundred years. Its
methodology has proved that given a systematic approach to learning and hands on
materials to engage the whole child, the children are able to construct themselves as a
humble and responsible human being while enriching their minds. The hands-on
approach in the classroom will allow for the trainee to fully comprehend the Montessori
Philosophy and how it guides to self-construct the child.

Mode of Delivery:
1. Lecture
2. Demonstration on presentation of Montessori Materials
3. Student presentation only for selected activities
4. Class discussions
5. Teachers will gradually introduce children to the materials as they learn. (First
half of the day practice with children; second half of the day Teachers
Montessori training sessions)

Mode of Assessment:
1. Practical Exam
2. Class Quiz
3. Observation of hands-on in Classroom implementation of Montessori and
planning of Individual Lesson Plans

Training Methodology
30 % Theory

70 % Practical

Learning Objectives:
1. To develop a deeper understanding of current theories, research of child
development, the Montessori Principle and Philosophy and their implication on
early childhood care and education.
2. Understand childrens interactions with the environment.
3. Develop a framework for creating a learning environment that will enhance the
total development of young children.
4. Demonstrate their understanding of the teachers role, knowledge and skills of
the teaching/learning processes and their implications for practice.
5. An appreciation and understanding of the teaching aids
6. Knowledge of the Montessori environment and the role of a Montessori
directress/director. 7. Knowledge of the Montessori Curriculum.
 Montessori Methodology Training and Classroom Implementation

Learning Outcomes:
1. Able to implement the Montessori Pedagogy in the classroom or at home,
assisting children in their development of will, focus, concentration and patience.
2. Able to understand the psychic development of children and abolish the Selfish
Adult syndrome.
3. Able to set up a Montessori Prepared Environment / Classroom/ School.
4. Able to aid children towards independence through Montessori Practical Life
activities.
5. Able to use the Montessori Phonics Methodology to assist children in their
language development.
6. Able to use the Montessori Sensorial activities to assist children in categorizing
stimulus from his environment and turning them into knowledge.
7. Able to use the Montessori Mathematics to assist children to understand
mathematics concept in a concrete to abstract sequence.
8. Able to use the Montessori Cultural activities to assist children in developing
their will and understanding of his immediate environment.

Course Duration:
Total Duration 160 hours
o Theory 36 hours
o Practical 120 hours
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Course and Module Description:

Montessori Theory (18 hours)

Introduction to Maria Montessori and her method

Montessori Philosophy
Self-construction of child
8 predetermined psychic pattern
External and Internal Aids
Stages of Development
Age-appropriate Curriculum
New Education
Normalization
Work cycle and power of Observation
Prepared environment
Freedom
Classroom Management
Deviations
Behavior and Discipline
Role of Directress

Practical Life Skills (32 hours)

Definition of Practical Life activities

Importance, purpose and benefits of practical life
Principles of the Montessori materials
Planning and preparing the Montessori Practical Life area
Introduction to the materials and activities of the Practical
life skills
Development of motor skills
Care of self
Care of environment
Social, Grace and Courtesy
Designing Practical Life Activities

Language (38 hours)

 Montessori Methodology Training and Classroom Implementation

Definition of Language
Development of Language
How language can be encouraged
Writing precedes reading
Four faces of language
Learning the sounds of the alphabet
Insets of design
Word building exercises
Pink scheme
Blue scheme
Grammar
Phonograms
Montessori Curriculum: Montessori IPs

Mathematics (28 hours)

Understanding why Montessori math is introduced to children at the age of 3

How math can be taught to children before the age of 3

Understanding about concrete to abstract
Understanding how the Montessori math has been designed
to teach children math
Making math fun
Introducing the 6 groups --
- Introduction to numbers 1 to 10 --
- Introduction to the decimal system --
- Linear counting --
- Introduction to the decimal systems operation
- Introduction to recording --
- Individual Sums
Classroom Management: Working with a group of children

Cultural Subjects (24 hours)

 Montessori Methodology Training and Classroom Implementation

Introduction to the reasons behind the cultural subject

Importance and benefits of the cultural subject
Cosmic education
Tendencies of man
The 4 areas of cultural subject:
- -- Zoology
- -- Botany
- -- Geography
Designing a Montessori Environment -- History

Sensorial Education (20 hours)

Definition of Sensorial education

Definition of sensorial impression
Importance and benefits of Sensorial education
Understanding the connection of the sensorial education to the development of
Mathematics
The 5 areas of sensorial education: Sight
- Hearing
- Taste
- Smell
- Touch