The Montessori Method of Teaching Applied
Montessori is a method of education that is based on self-directed activity, hands-on learning and collaborative play. Montessori students learn to think critically, work collaboratively, and act boldly—a skill set for the 21st century.
The teacher, child, and environment create a learning triangle. The classroom is prepared by the teacher to encourage independence, freedom within limits, and a sense of order. The child, through individual choice, makes use of what the environment offers to develop himself, interacting with the teacher when support and/or guidance is needed.
OBJECTIVES
This course wants to:
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Raise awareness on the importance on the Montessori Method discussing all its characteristics;
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Explore and discover the benefits that the Montessori Method can foster;
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Help participants aknowledge all the different ways in which the Montessori Method can be implemented in everyday learning;
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Furnish easy and accessible tools to apply the Montessori Method to revolutionize your current teaching strategy;
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Create a cross-cultural exchange and understanding with local colleagues on the benefits that Montessori Method can give and the ways in which can be best applied.
METHODOLOGY
Our courses, developed in the framework established by the Erasmus+ Programme, are crafted to include both formal and non-formal education methodologies. Starting with a theoretical approach to the theme of the course, we proceed with non-formal learning strategies in order to guarantee and stimulate an active contribution from the participants involved. In practice, we use: Presentations; Analysis of study cases; Discussions in the classroom; Role-plays; Technical visits to local private and public institutions; Conferences with local professionals to exchange good practices; Job shadowing experiences; Workshops to rethink old practices and introduce new ones.
PREPARATION
Prior to the start of the course, participants will receive a detailed programme outlining the content and structure of the course, as well as recommended reading and viewing material relevant to the course contents. They will also receive practical information about Malta, including maps, places of interest and accommodation.
COST
CERTIFICATIONS
We will hand out:
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Certificate of attendance, which will include title of course, main training content and dates;
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Europass Mobility certificates issued by your NA and signed by us.