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NAMC Montessori motivation in the environment boy with book

The Montessori environment is created to develop focus, stamina, and motivation to learn through the use of a well-prepared environment and developmentally appropriate materials. The desire to learn is intrinsically motivated by the environment and the gentle guidance of the Montessori teacher. But how do you keep the momentum of that motivation as children mature?

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Praise Versus Encouragement: Montessori Preschool Students Developing Independence and Confidence

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Praise Versus Encouragement Let’s take a look at the implications of using praise versus encouragement. A few years ago, I was approached ...

Wednesday, October 20, 2010 Continue Reading this Article
The Importance of Practical Life Activities in the Montessori Preschool Classroom

If teaching is to be effective with young children, it must assist them to advance on the way to independence. It must initiate them into t...

Tuesday, June 10, 2008 Continue Reading this Article
How Progress Reports Work in the Montessori Classroom

I know I’m not alone when I say that one of my least favorite tasks is writing progress reports. Montessori teachers take extra time to per...

Wednesday, October 03, 2007 Continue Reading this Article

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