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Unlike traditional education, Montessori education is based on the child's developmental needs for freedom within limits, it is a carefully prepared environment which guarantees exposure to materials and experiences.  It is designed to take full advantage of the child's desire to learn and their unique ability to develop their own capabilities.Pic8a The child needs adults to expose him to the possibilities of his life, but the child will determine his response to those possibilities. Montessori children are usually adaptable. They learn to work independently and in groups. Since they've been encouraged to make decisions from an early age, these children are problem-solvers who can make appropriate choices and manage their time well.

They have been encouraged to exchange ideas and discuss their work freely with others. Their good communication skills ease the way in new settings.

Some Comparisons of Montessori with Traditional Education

Montessori Traditional
Emphasis on: Cognitive structures and social development Emphasis on: Rote knowledge and social development
Teacher has unobtrusive role in classroom activity; child is an active participant in learning. Teacher has dominant, active role in classroom activity; child is a passive participant in learning.
Environment and method encourage internal self-discipline. Teacher acts as primary enforcer of external discipline.
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Research has shown that the best predictor of the future success is a positive sense of self-esteem. Montessori programs, based on self-directed, non-competitive activities, help children develop strong self-images and the confidence to face challenges and change with optimism.

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The Christian Montessori Way

  • Is Christ centered
  • Honors stewardship
  • Is teacher-servant oriented
  • Respects the child
  • Boasts prepared environments
  • Is individualized
  • Promotes hands on experiences
  • Meets the needs of the child
  • Uses explorative learning
  • Allows choices to be made by the child
  • Consists of practical education
  • Accepts patience and virtues as reality
  • Is self-disciplined
  • Uses natural consequences
  • Utilizes Mastery learning concepts
  • Promotes self-esteem
  • Is an emotionally secure process
  • Builds character
  • Is community oriented
  • Supports the parent as the person(s) ultimately responsible for the child's education
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