Learn the principles of Montessori at different age clusters from infancy to elementary with this free online course. Student centered learning is a key aspect with Montessori education with an overall objective of ensuring self-directed, hands-on, collaborative learning at different stages and ages. In this course you will get a general understanding of the underlying philosophy and diverse facets of Montessori education tailored to different age groups. It will equip you with the essential resources, skills and insights behind a Montessori environment.
| Course Type | Online Learning |
| Course Qualification | CPD Certificate |
| Course Duration | 1.5-3 hours |
| Course Fee | Free |
| Entry Requirements | Like all courses on the Alison Free Learning platform this is a free, CPD-accredited course. A Graduate can choose to buy a certificate or diploma upon successful completion of a course, but this is not required or necessary. At Alison we believe that free education, more than anything, has the power to break through boundaries and transform lives. Alison is the world’s largest free online empowerment platform for education and skills training, offering over 5000 CPD accredited courses and a range of impactful career development tools. It is a for-profit social enterprise dedicated to making it possible for anyone, to study anything, anywhere, at any time, for free online, at any subject level. Through our mission, we are a catalyst for positive social change, creating opportunity, prosperity, and equality for everyone. |
| Career Path | In This Free Course, You Will Learn How To • Summarise the principles and theory of the Montessori educational system • Recall the Montessori Method and its relevance to child development at different ages • Describe how the Montessori education philosophy prepares the child for life • Analyse the application of Montessori techniques for infants (0-1 years) cognitive and social development • Identify the key developmental milestones critical for successful transition from infants to toddlers • Apply Montessori techniques for toddlers (1-3 years) to support emerging independence, language and social skills • Indicate strategies for facilitating a smooth transition from the infant to toddler Montessori environments • Assess Montessori activities for preschoolers (3-6 years) that foster independence, creativity, and self-esteem • Plan and construct engaging and appropriate Montessori learning environments for preschoolers (3-6 years) • Explain how to create a supportive Montessori educational environment for elementary kids (6-12 years) • Evaluate the impact of Montessori techniques on the academic and social development of elementary (6-12 years) kids • Discuss effective strategies between parents and Montessori educators for a child's holistic development |
| Course Code | 1196 |

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