This course provides educators with essential knowledge of the Montessori curriculum, emphasizing the importance of the five key learning areas in a Montessori classroom and their purposes. Educators will gain an understanding of research supporting mixed-age group instruction and learn to create activities suitable for diverse age groups. The course addresses barriers faced by mixed ages with disabilities and offers strategies to adapt the curriculum to meet their needs. Participants will also learn to differentiate between teacher- and child-directed activities, identifying best practices for each. By completing this course, educators will enhance their ability to implement Montessori principles, creating inclusive and developmentally appropriate learning environments.
By the end of this training, the learner will be able to:
- Identify appropriate practices for teacher- and child-directed activities.
- Identify the difference between teacher-/child-directed activities.
- Demonstrate an understanding of teacher vs. child directed activities.
- Identify different types of barriers for mixed ages with disabilities and ways to adapt curriculum to fit their needs.
- Identify the 5 Core Components of Montessori Education
- Describe the five key learning areas of the Montessori classroom and explain the purpose of each.
- Demonstrate understanding of the research done on mixed-age group instruction.
- Give examples of activities considered appropriate for mixed-age groups.
- Criteria to earn CEUs:
- Certificates are awarded when the following criteria have been met by the learner:
- Class has been paid in full
- All material has been reviewed
- All review questions and final test have been completed with a passing score of 80% or higher.
- Learning Assessment Method:
- Learners will be assessed through questions after every section is completed. Learners will not be
allowed to proceed to the next section of the training until all questions have been answered correctly.
Learners will be presented with a final test composed of true/false and multiple choice questions.
Upon successful completion of the training, learners will receive their certificate by email.
- Learning Methodology:
- Online material will be presented in the form of slides,
accompanied with speech. Videos will be used to demonstrate ideas and concepts. Charts and tables
will be used for illustration.
- Logistics/Required Technology:
- A stable internet connection is required for the completion of this course. Users are highly encouraged to take their online course on Google Chrome on either a laptop or desktop computer. Speakers and/or headphones are also required to hear speech.
- Payment Policy:
- Payments need to be made in full. No refunds will be issued after starting the class.
- Proprietary or conflict of interest disclosure:
- Unless otherwise stated in the course description none of H & H subject matter experts and editor has any conflict or proprietary interests related to the material they prepared in this course.
- Support Services:
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You are purchasing a session of an online training that includes online assessments. Your certificate will be emailed to you once you pass the final exam with a passing grade of 80%.
Your certificate will bear the name you provided to us when you signed up. For support and questions regarding the material presented in this class please contact us at info@childcareed.com. Please consult our frequently asked questions page for other questions or feel free to contact us.
No prerequisites are required for the completion of this course.
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