Montessori Teaching
Definition of Montessori Teaching as it relates to Education, Early Childhood Education
Montessori Teaching: A philosophy and approach to education developed by Italian physician and educator Maria Montessori, emphasizing individualized learning, hands-on experiences, and a carefully prepared environment that promotes independence, exploration, and development of natural interests in children, typically starting from birth to age 6, but can extend up to adolescence. It is a method of education that is focused on the whole child, including their cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development, with an emphasis on self-directed activity, collaboration, and practical life skills.