Montessori method

Word Origin

noun

a system for teaching young children, in which the fundamental aim is self-motivated education by the children themselves, as they are encouraged to move freely through individualized instruction and physical exercises, accompanied by special emphasis on the training of the senses and the early development of reading and writing skills.

Also called Montessori system.

Origin of Montessori method

1910-1915

First recorded in 1910-15; named after M. Montessori

Related forms

Montessorian, adjective

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Not many of them will expect that the Montessori method will regenerate humanity.

The Montessori Method Maria Montessori
The second paper should turn at once to the Montessori method of teaching.

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It is at just this point that the teaching of English reading by the Montessori method will find its greatest obstacle.

The Montessori Method Maria Montessori

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