What is Montessori education?
Montessori method of education is student-oriented education. This method of
study emphasizes freedom within its limits, independence and respecting every
child’s cognitive development as well as phycological, physiological, and social
development. It is developed by Maria Montessori, an Italian physician and
educator.
Montessori Education and it’s Philosophy
The philosophy behind Montessori education is very simple. It emphasizes on
child’s innate desire to learn. Montessori method gives importance to the unique
potential of the child, nurturing and fostering each child’s curiosity and urge for
knowledge.
How Montessori Education helps to enhance child’s Potential
Educators play the role of a facilitator in the Montessori system. Teachers are
equipped with their tools and techniques to give supportive learning to children.
The activities are given according to each child’s potential and teachers act like a
guide, and children achieve their goal by doing activities by protecting their
potential skills.
Role of classroom Equipment and Montessori Apparatuses.
The classroom is designed accordingly to promote independence and to foster love
for learning to the children. Montessori Methodology strictly gives importance to
role of teacher, prepared environment, and use of Montessori apparatuses.
Classroom furniture is designed according to the size of children. Montessori
apparatuses are systematically designed to create an independent atmosphere to the
children.
How does this method help teachers?
Teachers are benefitted by enrolling to such a wonderful branch of Education.
Firstly, they are getting filled with various branches of knowledge. Thus, teachers
can share their knowledge to enhance various development in each child. The
educators get a clear picture of how to set up a prepared environment, how to
prepare classroom settings and also about the placement of Montessori
apparatuses.
Additionally, Montessori training course helps the educators to make a positive
impact on each child’s personal growth and they grow up and become independent
thinkers, problem solvers and learners of future. Furthermore, the educators will
be enriched with immense talents of their own such as observation skill, patience,
excellency in various art forms like music, dance, mimicry, drama, personal
speaking and they also learn to adapt.
To sum up, Montessori Education is a powerful tool to unleash children’s potential
and develop all types of intelligences in children by applying Montessori
philosophy, methodology in a specially prepared environment. And also, the
educators acquire a transformative experience which will help them to reach
greater heights.
How to apply things after finishing Montessori Teachers Training
Course
Before joining NCDC course we have heard a lot through various media and when
we joined the course, we got a very good experience of learning. After completing
Montessori teachers training course the educators find themselves equipped with
unique skills like leadership quality, problem solving skill, personality development,
communication skills. Montessori trained teachers apply their knowledge in
designing classroom where the students can explore materials according to their own
skills. The materials are age appropriate and they carefully choose them so that the
students learn from the prepared environment. By practicing freedom within limits,
with the guidance of teachers or facilitators the students get great opportunities to
acquire knowledge.
Parent teacher interaction help the teachers to accumulate the information regarding
the learning process of children to assess and improve children’s development.
Through regular communication and the parents also get proper awareness of the of
their children’s growth. Thus, indirectly they are involving them in the process of
their child’s growth. Proper coordination and communication with parents are very
crucial for the growth and development of the children.
Moreover, the diverse learning method helps the teachers to find out the area of
preferences of each child and can tailor their approaches accordingly. The learning
experience that the teacher acquires through Montessori method can applied in
his/her career and that will reflect in the holistic educational journey of the children.
Furthermore, the leadership quality acquired through Montessori training helps the teacher to perform well in their career also. Practicing their expert educational policy
in the schools will help the children in strengthening their basic learning experiences.
To conclude, the Montessori teachers training helps to extend a teacher’s power and
energy beyond boundaries. The training empowers the educators to create an
energetic and enthusiastic future for children. The way teachers approach the
children’s growth is appreciable. The worldwide acceptance of Montessori theory is
an example for its success.
Who is the best student in the Montessori training course
Montessori training course is suitable for the trainees to enhance their immense
talents in various areas of crafts, other fields of art forms like music, dance,
mimicry and also it gives a strong base to develop personality and acquire
knowledge of different fields of education, such as, science, mathematics, child
psychology. It boots the confidence level of an individual.
Good observers
Trainees possess keen observation skills that allow them to understand every
child’s unique needs, interests and various stages of development and adapt their
teaching approach accordingly.
Passion for working with children
Teachers express genuine interest and enthusiasm and dedication in working with
children fostering their curiosity, creativity, love and passion for learning.
Understanding Montessori philosophy
The best student has a comprehensive understanding of the Montessori philosophy
including principles, such as respect for child’s fostering independence and
creating prepared environment conducive to learning.
Practical application
They would excel in implementing Montessori principles in class room settings,
demonstrating an ability to create engaging and developing mentally appropriate
activities that cater to the individual needs and interest of each child.
Empathy and understanding
The unique practice they are getting through Montessori education will help them
to demonstrate empathy, patience and the ability to create a nurturing atmosphere
to children where children feel safe to explore their learning.
Creativity in lesson planning
The creative lesson planning skill adapting activity to meet diverse learning styles
and interest of the children within the limits of Montessori principles helps the
trainees to exhibit their excellence which they acquired through this training.
Overall, a best student in a Montessori teachers training course embodies a
combination of theoretical knowledge, practical skills, empathy, and passion for
nurturing the holistic development of each child in their care.
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