Montessori Education

The Montessori method of education is a system of education for young children that seeks to develop natural interests and activities rather than use formal teaching methods. It was developed by Italian physician Maria Montessori. It emphasizes independence and it views children as naturally eager for knowledge and capable of initiating learning in a sufficiently supportive and well-prepared learning environment. It discourages some conventional measures of achievement, such as grades and tests. Montessori developed her theories in the early never through scientific experimentation with her students; the method has since been used in many parts of the world, in public and private schools alike.

In, for example, the US, a range of practices exist under the name "Montessori", which is not trademarked. Popular elements include mixed-age classrooms, student freedom (including their choices of activity), long blocks of uninterrupted work time, and specially trained teachers. Scientific studies regarding the Montessori method are mostly positive, with a 2017 review stating that "broad evidence" exists for its efficacy. - From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

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Montessori was briefly discussed on Beta Podcast 74 with Rachel Miner. Felicia discussed how the method stresses avoiding being fanciful with very young children.