Mar 28, 2024  
2021-2022 Endicott College Academic Catalog 
    
2021-2022 Endicott College Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

MONT 500 - Montessori Elementary Philosophy and Classroom Management


This course explores traditional lines of Montessori thought and pedagogy in tandem with appropriate contemporary child development theories. It presents strategies for developing Montessori curricula and guidelines for implementing curriculum and classroom management approaches that are consistent with Montessori philosophy.  Management classes will introduce models and prerequisite psychological understandings for the following areas of Montessori elementary classroom management: Starting a new class, Preparing the physical environment, Preparing the spiritual / psychological environment, Teaching: initiating, observing, leading groups, keeping records, Planning lessons and schedules: yearly, weekly, daily. The course utilizes a lecture/discussion, readings, writing and activities format.  

(Cr: 3