Effects of a Montessori education
Effects of a Montessori education
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There are of course benefits academically
- well documented in many studies the world over, but the most profound and
long lasting benefits are in the children’s mental and spiritual health.
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The result is a deep respect for themselves,
their classmates, the community within the school and outside of the school,
and a profound LOVE and RESPECT of our earth.
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Our children have an absolute knowledge that
all things are connected and all things must be respected.
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Some other side effects may include: ongoing
joy of learning, self controlled will, and deep concentration.
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Many Montessori students have discovered a unique
and individual way to contribute. This is the essence of real
"Montessori" work today.
Measurement of Achievements
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The Montessori method discourages traditional
measurements of achievement (grades, tests) under the premise that it is
damaging to the inner growth of children.
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Feedback and qualitative analysis of a
child's performance does exist but is usually provided in the form of a list of
skills, activities and critical points, and sometimes a narrative of the child's
achievements, strengths and weaknesses, with emphasis on the improvement of
those weaknesses.
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A key point to understanding Montessori
Education is the recognition that what is important is not so much the product,
but the process by which the product is attained.
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