What is Montessori? | Jesse McCarthy

[@carlesserrano8771]

The thing i like the most about this methodology is basically what it says in the beggining: Children aren't inferior. I believe that Montessori is about believing in children and not treating them like some kind of pre-human and some day they are going to grow and be a person. I think Montessori sees already as people children and not think about them as only the future but the present as well. So the things children do in Montessori school are about them own developement and present self-confidence and not just looking forward to learn the things they are going to need in a far future.

[@DeadlyDeadlyBeees]

Well said!

[@sugarlemonshoney6125]

Beautifully said!

[@gigiem1065]

I find it mind-blowing that children of 2 years old are able to set the table. It really makes me think what are their potential capabilities, and it breaks my heart a little to know we cut their wings at a very early stage. One thing I really like about the Montessori education is that it's applied to practical life. It teaches you things you will need for the rest of your life that you can apply at any given moment. I think this fact also encourages children to keep on learning, as it's more motivating than learning how to solve equations (don't get me wrong, they are also really useful, but most of us won't apply them on a daily basis).

[@viviangalleher124]

I went to a Montessori school from when I was 2-14 years old, and I am so happy I did. I now go to the best highschool in my state and was able to do things on my own from a younger age like doing my own laundry, making my own food, managing my time well, and being curious in learning things outside of school on my own time. I am also someone who participates a lot in all my classes, and I am not afraid to have normal conversations with teachers and other adults like some of my other classmates. As for certain subjects, because of the way Montessori teaches math, it has always been my favorite. I am now taking pre-calc as a sophomore. I really do owe a lot of my intellectual and real life abilities to Montessori and its unique way of teaching. I am so grateful to Maria Montessori and her methods.

[@RaúlSánchez-CanoRodríguez]

From my point of view, the role of the teacher in a Montessori school is a really interesting fact to talk about. We, as students, usually think about a teacher as a figure of authority or maybe the person who knows about everything. But a teacher is a role model. I would say that is a person that you have to admire. With Montessory method, the teacher is a person who must share his knowledge but also, he has to rely on his students. He is, with another words, a kind of guide.

[@therezachurtado]

My both kids were in Montessori and the in the IB program. They have always been very self sufficient and the way they face problems in their lives is so much better than I ever did.

[@minkymonkeyboo189]

I only found out about this today and I'm so blown away by this. I'm 15 and I have never experienced raising a child. I want children and now I've seen this I am so inspired to raise my future children like this as I would of wanted to have this as I am bought up in a sheltered environment where every thing is done for me, I needed this and now I can give this to my child as I think this is amazing for them to grow up to become adults.

[@germyw]

Well now you have a good 10 years to prepare, right? Because this takes money that young and poor people don't have, right? You'll be great when your time comes.😊

[@GeeseAreJustBastardizedSwans]

Same but I've wanted children for a while I can't have accidental children so when the time is right I will either get ivf or adopt because I just really want to be a mother

[@Intellectual_Indian27]

@@GeeseAreJustBastardizedSwans life becomes more beautiful...get children as early as possible...enjoy the world. The world is very short.

[@711LOVE1]

Thank you for speaking the truth. Nobody deserves to be born into poverty, just because somebody wants to be pregnant, give birth, hold & play with a baby, change diapers few times a day, play, feed, get attention, etc. It's not a game. It's a live being who deserves the best. Unless you can give them the best, don't just breed. Why do you want to have a child?

[@711LOVE1]

You must realize something: The entire worls isn't like this. This video is only a promotional video, as just one example of how things could be. It's very possible the "bad parts" were cut out. There are videos on KZbin showing you how children are forced into prostitution and dealing drugs. It's more easy than you think to intimidate people into doing horrible things. It happens everywhere, even in your home and around your neighborhood, school, camp. I'm a grown up now, but, there was a time I too had the rosy glasses on and thought I'd have children in my early twenties, right after college. But, as soon as I finished college & moved out of my parents house, I realized how much more I needed to know to simply survive on my own. I was almost always top of my class. I could care for myself and had good people skills. Be careful

[@Seokjinnnnie]

This reminds me a lot of parenting systems in Japan and Korea. From an early age they are taught independence, giving them money to run errands at the age of 3 and cleaning and cooking lunch during school etc. Very different from the style in the US which I personally think attributes to many entering young adulthood confused and lost. I really like this approach and would be super interested in parenting my child this way. Kids aren’t helpless or lesser, they are just as important and should be valued and shown that value.

[@venus1301]

But keep in mind Japan is a lot safer than most countries

[@melindasmith3713]

I personally became a mom to have babies to take care of so, making them independent to early would not have worked for me ! They are grown now and out of the house I'm 42 and now care for my husband ! I guess we are all different .

[@Seokjinnnnie]

Melinda Smith That’s awesome ! And it is true everyone has different parenting styles. I like to think I’ll implement some of montessori but not to a full extent. They are babies after all !

[@melindasmith3713]

Billy Joel

[@twweety9]

Melinda Smith babies are still taken care of........ It’s not like they’re abandoned. They are taught things they want to learn.

[@marrodo6897]

I admire Montessori system, but the aspect that I most like is the fact of let children freedom to develop themselves. I mean, as said in the video, we have been conditioned by society to see children in a different way than they actually are, so we must change this acquired thought and start seeing reality. The children are more powerful than we think, and this methodology allows them to be more confident and able to develop their capacities. In addition, children begin to build knowledge and skills by themselves, which, personally, means the base of every personal success. Mar Rodó Group 31, Primary Education.

[@polbellavista7060]

The main thing that I most like about this methodology is the fact that the childrens are attended all the time and they are the center of attention. The kids are helped all the time and teachers have to be attentive to help them whenever they need it. In addition, kids can feel successful because teachers let them succeed on their own. In conclusion, I think that this methodology is very helpful and useful to childrens and they have more probabilities to success.

[@anaarias6264]

Ana Arias Ruiz, Group 41 A. The role of the teacher in a Montessori school comes down, basically, as an observing job. The teacher has to be able to observe what the kids are attempting to do and, in case they are struggling with something, she/he has to be able to help them. It is important, though, that the teacher does not help the children if they are not really in need of help: by following this rule, the teacher lets the kids learn how to do things by themselves and become autonomic humans. On the other hand, the teacher doesn’t have to judge the children. Furthermore, he/she has to consider them equal to himself/herself instead of considering them something inferior. Finally, a Montessori teacher has to ensure the freedom of children when it comes to decide what they want to do or play with. The existence of a freedom without limits can lead to really good results. I believe that I would enjoy working at a Montessori school cause I just love the way they treat children and how free they become because of this pedagogic method.

[@tonigarrido768]

One of the aspects that I find very interesting about the Montessori methodology is the fact that the teachers are like one more student in the classroom, and the relationship that the students have with him is very good and familiar. I see it as a very positive way of learning since they can all be put on the same level and thus help their imagination grow, in addition to their knowledge, together. One thing that in turn I found very interesting is that they help students learn to do things that can help them in their day-to-day, such as household chores, cleaning chores, and people care tasks, etc. . I'm Toni Garrido, from group 31 of Primary Education at the UAB.

[@MazorKuziaki]

I cried watching Jackson go about his day. It made me so happy to see him getting along with his peers, shaking hands, being independent, that it made me cry. I hate that I never got any of this.

[@teresahowick5197]

Keyshell 💯

[@jostockton.]

Same. I mean my preschool days were good but everything took a sharp nosedive in third grade. My grades began slipping, kids were suddenly mean and cliquey for no reason.

[@raquelcontreraszamora9952]

After watching this wonderful Montessori’s video, I am going to talk about the aspect I liked the most about this methodology, which is freedom. In my opinion, freedom makes children experiment for themselves and can obtain their own interests. So, they do not need anyone to tell them what they have to do, or what to play, or what they have to like. This methodology gives them independence, which gives them more autonomy and not to require from anyone. Moreover, freedom means that there are not authoritarian teachers, the role of the teacher is to guide, which makes self-confidence grow up. Raquel Contreras Zamora. Primary education. Group 31.

[@its_msk]

Unfortjere are many domineering Montessori teachers out there who ruin what Montessori at heart is supposed to be. Too many aggressively rigid and authoritarian educators in thos forld and philosophy.

[@TheDancedreamer]

a two year old can set a table better than my boyfriend

[@ruaahajyahya]

Watch my smart daughter video 😍❤ kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKq2qXivnpd3g8U

[@711LOVE1]

What else he can't and can do?

[@joltran3276]

Could a two year old also find a boyfriend capable of setting a table?

[@mondraymondo]

Im impressed too! Very smart child!!

[@thriftinasse]

LOL

[@hannaausten517]

I was in a Montessori school for 8 years. we had two hours a day where we could choose what we wanted to do. at the end of the month we had to present everything we did to the teacher, because there was a plan we had to follow but the way we did the required exercises and the timing was our choice. the other time of the school day we had normal classes. the whole system is good i think and it helped me learn how to do things on my own an to organize the tools I need in order to complete a task, but I was only a child so things I did not want to learn or think where not interesting to learn i simply ignored or did poorly. so for example I don't really know how to read a clock. i think it is good to let children explore there way of learning things but certain things need to be learned and with the Montessori method it is not really possible to ensure that important things where learned substantially.

[@sotmMrPants]

Do you think that could have easily been avoided within a different Montessori school / team of teachers OR is this one of the shortcomings of the Montessori principles?

[@catrionafrancesca]

@@sotmMrPants hey, I'm also someone who is in a Montessori school and I somewhat agree. I love the concept a lot and it has helped me in many ways but if I didn't want to do something I just didn't - for example maths, I hate it so I just hardly ever do it. I don't need advanced maths for my future career (nursery teacher) so I had no motivation to do it. I think it depends on the teachers and team though. Perhaps if I had more encouragement to do it then I would have

[@Arithebari-_-]

Well some things your parents have to teach you I guess :-(

[@laceyscott908]

Hanna Austen Do you think that it could be easy for a parent to know how to best “top-up” their kid’s Montessori education? I would not mind teaching them the things they didn’t focus on in school, but am wondering if my kids might be able to hide the gaps in knowledge from me/fake it enough to get by, or if it would be easy for a busy parent not to notice. Maybe they need an “Areas lacking apparent interest” section on report cards!

[@laceyscott908]

Brandon Yu I was wondering if some teachers take the Montessori philosophy too far. I was a very easily frustrated child, and see this tendency in one of my twins. If I’d been told “You can do it, just calm down” type-thing, I would have been too upset to think straight or calm down for hours. For example. So I would hope that kind of situation would be seen as needing some, but a limited amount, of assistance/patient reassurance.

[@kierraogden6771]

My mother in law always says that her job as a mother was to do herself out of a job. I believe that.

[@ciannacoleman5125]

That is what my kid min professor said about Children’s Ministers

[@annamariemontessori4158]

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[@marionamasague3443]

One aspect that I really like about this methodology is the autonomy that students gain as they evolve. It is a methodology that opens the doors for students to unknown worlds in which they alone have to try to survive. The autonomy that this methodology gives to the little ones makes them grow and it prepare them to know how is real life. Mariona.

[@georginasanz83]

An aspect I really like about this methodology is the freedom that children have without limits. In other methodologies, when the child can’t do something, the teacher always helps him, and he ends up without doing the activity by himself, and therefore, he doesn’t learn by himself. The teachers of Montessori school teach them to take care of themselves and to do daily tasks like set the table, so they are preparing themselves for the future. In my opinion, it’s very important to let the child find ways to solve his problems without any outside help. This is well reflected in point one of these schools: observe, follow the child and let do.

[@angelvalverdemontanes7975]

Ángel Valverde, grup 31 of Primary Education UAB, seminari C. I am going to talk about one aspect that I like about Montessori methodology. One aspect that I like a lot of Montessori's methodology is the fact of observing children instead of helping them resolving all the problemas that they have. Because I think that if you help a child a lot by solving all his problems, the child, in the future, will have a hard time solving his own problems, because we are overprotecting him and we are rising him having a lot of dependency on other people. This can make a lot of difficulties when the child grows up and finds himself in situations where he has no help.

[@Sofiamaranon]

I find really interesting that Hazel’s teacher speaks English with their students even though this language might not be his mother tongue. Speaking in English with them since a young age can develop many advantages in the future for them, like for example, be able to speak in this language fluently and without any difficulty. Also, if the teacher is a non-native English speaker, he can teach their students, words or expressions in other languages that can be useful for their futures if they really think that those words or expressions can help them if they want to speak in other languages. Sofia Marañón, Group 31, Primary Education

[@marvillar9236]

If I had to say an aspect that I really like about the methodology of Montessori, I would say the freedom that the children have to act naturally and without the influence of an adult. I believe that this methodology allows children to be more autonomous and to know how to solve their problems on their own. I think that, in this way, trust is given to children.

[@joeljimber5924]

Joel Jimber Grup 31 UAB Ed. Primària After watching this inspirative video, I wanna talk about the role of the teacher in a Montessori school . As anyone can see at the videos, teachers haven't a autority behaviour. They try to only observe and guide their students to help them developing their competences such as self-confidence and autonomy. That's the key to Montessori's pedagogy success: freedom within limits and practical life which needs especially children autonomy. Teachers have to guide their students but not give them unnecessari aids. This can be achieved by observing children and finding out what are they interested in. Definitely, what a teacher needs to adopt that role is to believe in children power and not in society judgments that positions them in a inferior way.

[@friendlyone2706]

They are not authoritarian (dictatorial), but they are an authority figure as in a source of knowledge and guiding hand to enforce mutual respect among the children -- no bullying or disrupting of others.

[@angelaalcarazboladeras7605]

Angela Alcaraz, Group 41 A. I like a lot the methodology of Montessori, although I never have formed part of this method. There are several elements that have taken my attention, like the fact that professors observe at the children to give them necessary support and no more of what they need, or the fact that children have the possibility to decide what they want to do at class, making that choices from their own interests. Apart from this, I have to say that what has surprised me more has been the fact that children learn diary tasks, since they are toddlers. I think that it's a very positive factor for their development. It has surprised me a lot the independence and the autonomy that they achieve. For example, Hazel's case, that with as little age decides to set the table when the professor request volunteers, and makes it spectacularly. This is my comment on the methodology of Montessori.

[@elaine3732]

I worked at a “Montessori” school they were giving these poor kids worksheets and forcing them to do them. Some of the children were not developmentally ready to hold a pencil correctly, let alone trace a letter A. They were miserable 😩 I was miserable 😩. They had the Montessori equipment for the children to work with, but they were also forcing them to do a large amount of paperwork! I stayed there a week and resigned! It wasn’t truly a Montessori school. Maria would be rolling on her grave !

[@cocor.3653]

Elaine Jones Was it a Montessori magnet school? I noticed they are not very Montessori at all.

[@WhatWillYouFind]

An unfortunate experience, if anything you could try to write to the main branch that is suppose to oversee the operation procedures. That doesn't sound like how it should be ran, I too work for a branch of Montessori but in Vietnam and this wouldn't be allowed here. If this happened a long time ago, I hope the kids got a better chance afterwards .... :(

[@craftpaint1644]

That's the problem with running schools like a business. Any ambitious shit can run one as long as they say the right thing and command the right amount of money. Should make the instructors wear GoPros.

[@friendlyone2706]

The term "Montessori" was never copyrighted or the methods patented, so ANYONE can put that in their name and buy a few of the more well-known classroom equipment (as you can for your own home). There are two Montessori professional organizations and both have high standards for a school to be certified. If your school was certified, it would be unlikely to keep its certification; but most likely it was not. My only complaint about this video is that it did not anywhere strongly mention certification. In fact, your observation about what happens in a "rip off" school just inspired me to suggest he add that to the show's detailed description.

[@friendlyone2706]

@@craftpaint1644 No, it is from NOT running the school like a business, at least a well-run business. A business that puts a poorly trained person into a high-skills position goes broke. A smart businessman understands this.

[@bertabellsola2152]

Berta Bellsolà, grup 31, seminari A. "The fact that there seem to be no computer or screens in the room" As we have seen in the video, Montessori pedagogy does not include new technologies. But the question is: Is it really necessary? I believe that children in the 3-6 year range should focus on learning the basic things, and as this pedagogy indicates, you can start by learning activities from daily routines. It is true that we live in a society where the technologies have a great role, so I think that from the age of 7 they could already begin to become familiar with them.

[@nuriaruiz2932]

The one thing that amuses me the most about this methodology, and that I also think that is one of the most important parts, is the role that the teacher develops in the class. When we think of a professor, we tend to think of someone telling us what to do and how, but in this case, with Montessori's method everything changes. A teacher becomes an observer, someone who encourages his pupils to do all by themselves and ask for help if needed. This freedom allows children to grow and develop on their own, something which is very essential to me. Núria Ruiz G.31 - C

[@liz21496]

"thinking that these children are certain way, but these children are POWERFUL". YES. Children can teach us so much. All we have to do is listen.

[@marionaalexandre6548]

Group 41, Seminari A The first time I heard about Montessori's methodology I decided that when I'll be a teacher, I'll try to be a Montessori's one. I think is a really good methodology to follow for the children's development. I don't know why I could be a good Montessori teacher, but I truly know that I want to and this is the first and most important step.

[@cristinamiro4929]

Cristina Miró G31 SemB This video reminded me some things of my pre-school education. We had a place called "racons" where we could pretend being adults. There was a house, a supermarket, a mechanic and also a hospital. We all loved that place and I think that it's because we felt independent. When we were playing there, no one was helping us. Maybe we were doing something in the wrong way but at some point we were able to realize that and make an improvement by ourselves. In my opinion, this method is very useful to teach autonomy to the kids.

[@jessicamolinaminano2323]

The principal aim of the teacher in a Montessori school is to observe and follow the child, and therefore they will get to know each of them. The figure of the teacher requires an especial transformation, because they have to get rid of criticism and judgement, children are powerful, and he/she has to offer a nurturing environment to get a huge advantage in some different areas like personal and social.

[@martapuig3123]

One of the aspects which I like most is the elements and the environment. Every object that it is in the space has something to say and the children can learn something. Also, these elements are made to measure of children. For example, when Hazel is setting the table, she is able to everything and she can do it without any help. Everything is the same as in “real life” but in their measure. Marta Puig Mas Seminari C Grup 41

[@celestialinsightsbycristy]

These kids are so well-behaved and independent.

[@maynaim3662]

very i think your right they are highly intelligent

[@jostockton.]

​@@maynaim3662nope, they're normal kids. They're just given the privilege of freedom and trust that regular toddlers aren't allowed.

[@catrionafrancesca]

hello! I have been in a Montessori school for 2 years, unfortunately this is my final year before I graduate (I'm 17). The montessori concept has really helped me learn how I work and study best, I love it. Soon I will start studying to become a nursery teacher and I would love to work in a montessori kindergarten

[@vampire2161012]

I'm still trying to admission is AMI. Thank you for supporting. Tomorrow I will go again.

[@AprilNicole891]

Ooo

[@benhofer2540]

Cat Francesca I was in it for 12 years and it suuuucks

[@LauraSanchez-tm3zq]

To be honest, the thing that I like the most of this method is, as the boy of the video said, “the power of freedom within limits”. In my opinion, some people usually think that children can do almost nothing when they are little, but the truth is that they really can do lots of things if we do not disturb them. We do not have to solve their problems but help them to get it for themselves. Children are much more intelligent and independent than we think, so the first thing that must change in education and in society is the way of seeing and understanding them. We should trust children and make them aware of what they are capable of. Because, as Montessori said, “Success in life depends on a self-confidence born of a true knowledge of one’s own capacities” Laura Sánchez Educació Primària Grup 41

[@gabrielbarguilla3064]

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[@emmawshhh5606]

An aspect I really like about Montessori's method, is that it helps the students to be really independent in really early times, so when they grow up they would be able to do a lot of things that normal school students don't. In my experience, common students are quite poor prepared nowadays for their daily lives. I have students in second grade with difficulties of putting on their shoes, and those kids know how to clean their dishes and set the table with two years old. Letting them fight with the difficulties they find daily, help them to strive and achieve on their own a lot of things much quicker

[@thereseward7852]

While I am new to Montessori- I am a firm believer in independence. This has been helpful to see Montessori in action

[@sonseraehonaker4128]

Therese Ward same ive never knew it was a thing and I actually like it

[@marina358]

From my point of view, one of the most important characteristics of the Montessori method is the role of the teacher as observer. His function as observer is based on: Instead of giving children the correct answer to the problem, give them the opportunity to figure out how to solve it on their own. In this way, the development of critical thinking is higher. And, in my opinion, it is essential to have critical thinking and this has to be promoted from schools. Furthermore, we will only be able to build a society with people who are truly educated in values ​​and knowledge if they have critical thinking.

[@gloriafalguerasnavarro6017]

I like a lot this video! When I was little, I was in a school that applied the Montessori method. I like this method because the kid learns about the experience. I think it’s fundamental to learn by the experience, because your fails, make you have more conscience of the cause of the things that we do. That’s why when in the future, I will be a teacher, I would like to teach my kids with this method.

[@maitegarciaraya6852]

I really like this learning method because the students are the main character in this process. Is for this reason that I suppose that children have to make your own knowledge based on experimentation from day to day. Furthemore is important to develop this learning method during childhood because in the future, children will be able to make your own learning method based on their independence. I wish that teachers will continue to teach about Montessori Education.

[@marcsole5556]

I find the role of the teacher very interesting and I feel it's one of my favourite aspects of this methodology. Teachers are meant to demarcate the boundaries of children’s education and let them acquire knowledge by themselves, they have to observe every child in order to know their interests and what they need, helping them only if they demand. I think that this is a perfect way to make children learn useful abilities that they will be able to apply in daily life as we can see with Hazel in the video. Marc Solé, Group 41 C

[@arlenetorvisco5105]

From my point of view, I see that this methodology is beneficial for the students. A very good aspect is that the student is the main character of each activity. The Montessori’s teachers are one hundred percent for them. In addition, they are being educated in a natural environment. That is really profitable for each student because they are touching all things and they can view each of them always. As far as I’m concerned, this methodology became feelings and therefore more internalized and meaningful learning.

[@onaserraperales2502]

Ona Serra Perales, educació primaria grup 31 I have two little sisters, they just have one and two years old. We are trying to introduce them into the Montessori method because we see a logic in the fact of trying to see babies as their own beings way before they become “adults”. It’s important to make the children confident and independent. In my opinion, creating a healthy and stable development at home is essential, because of the good grain of the children we need to create a coherent methodology between what they learn at home and what learn at school.

[@martaramiropujantell7420]

Marta Ramiro Pujantell - Grup 31. Seminari C One aspect that I really like about the Montessori methodology is the place, the space. I consider that it is a very important aspect, because it is the place where children learn, that is why it has to be ordered, simple, and that each element is right to be part of the development of children, that is to say that I consider that it is very important that the environment is prepared, so the child will be able to recognize anything at all times and if he is wrong to be able to correct it and take responsibility for his own learning, always with the observation of a teacher, who will help him develop his confidence.

[@rheapajel251]

Honestly, I am a big fan of the Montessori methodology for many reasons. One of the aspects I like the most is that the child is not conditioned by the space and the rules, and also has the freedom to explore and gets to know her/his own interests. The fact that makes a huge difference between this methodology and the others is that the independence of the child is totally normalise. Even more, it exposes them to do different kind of activities in a practical way, from everyday chores to learn and create curricular things. In my opinion, even if the independence of the child is the prior thing, teachers have a big role in order to guide them. They have to, above all, let the children do and try not to interfere, if they do not ask for help. Doing this is more difficult that we think because, at least in my case, I tend to facilitate things and underestimate their abilities. As a future primary teacher, I would like to follow this methodology, but in order to do it, I will have to train myself and change the habits that I have internalised and won’t help. Rhea Pajel. Grup 31. Educació Primària UAB

[@lluistorrascorrales5359]

Lluís Torras Corrales, Grup 31, Seminari C “Do you think you could make a good Montessori teacher? Why/Why not?” Since I was a child, I have always been in a very independent environment. Even without knowing about the Montessori methodology, my parents let me “work” freely within their limits and they have never helped me solve my own problems unless I asked them or showed them I required help. So, in my humble opinion, I believe that having this kind of childhood where you are a more self-sufficient kid and your parents don’t always have your back can translate into being a good Montessori teacher because you have experienced the main three elements of the Montessori Prepared Environment. Therefore, you are able to apply them in your class.

[@IvanPolo]

I think that you will be a good teacher bro

[@queraltdalmau1281]

One of the aspects that I most like about the Montessori education is the way the teacher makes his interventions, we can see he has a secondary paper, he only helps the children when they need no when the adult’s thing that is necessary, he also teaches the kids how to do practice things, so later they can do without help like Hazle does, following the modeling role. Also, this education creates a very independent and freedom children who learn how to do dairy tasks and in the future they will be completely different to the rich girl. Queralt Dalmau grup 31 seminari A

[@juliaribassilva4623]

Júlia Ribas Silva, G.31, S.C I am going to talk about the role of the teacher in a Montessori school. First of all, it is obvious that the Montessori teacher’s role is different from the role played by traditional teachers. The traditional ones present a lesson to a large group of students who are expected to listen. Meanwhile, Montessori teacher works with only one or two students at a time providing learning materials that allow students to pick up physical representations of concepts. In fact, the main job of a Montessori’s teacher is to observe children quietly while they work by themselves. These observations also allow teachers to identify when children are ready to move on to the next lesson.

[@paulaesteban6016]

I'm going to talk about this topic "The fact that non-native teachers are speaking in English with the children". In my opinion I don't see it as an inconvetient and I don't think we should underrated them just because their first language isn't english what is important is how they interact with children and they are aplying the methodology the right way I think that's where our focus should be. Also I just want to point out that for what we could see in the video I couldn't tell the teachers weren't native. Paula Esteban Grup 31 Educació Primària seminari A

[@alexcortinasmoya6105]

I’m going to talk about an aspect that I really like about this methodology. I think that school has to be adapted to students so I really like the fact that Montessori schools let her students to experiment and learn by herself. I really believe that this methodology supports the development of the students and let them to be spontaneous and creative. An aspect that I really like about this methodology is that the social abilities and the autonomy in children increase. In this video, we can see it with the little girl Hazel when she is setting alone the table. Finally, another fact that I would like to share is that this kind of schools give lot of importance to some important values like the respect between schoolmates or the solidarity.

[@marcgonzalez3583]

Nice job, I agree

[@polbellavista7060]

Nice comment! I completely agree with you!

[@chewbaccallanut9926]

In my opinion, one of the best things Montessori says is to observe and follow the child. This premise is able to change chilhood’s image or, at least, the vision wich people used o have about children. Montessori puts the kid in the centre implying a decrease in the adultcentric vision of the education system. I strongly thing this is part of the basis of learning because it is able to keep alive childrens’ curosity. Students are always searching new things and, when they reach their objectives, they feel realisez, reinforcing their self-esteem. Quim Punsola, Grup 31/C

[@gemmaribalta2740]

An aspect I have liked about this methodology is the freedom children have. I admire how self-confident and how independent these children become. Montessori's method wants children to experience life by themselves. Therefore, you need to observe before anything else. Montessori is against the overprotection most parents tend to apply to their children. Overprotection always ends in teenagers not knowing how to even take care of themselves. Additionally, I would say that we, as future teachers, should not only provide anything for children's needs only when they cannot do it by themselves, but also congratulate their achievements, even if they are senseless for adults. Gemma Ribalta, G31

[@TTSergio1]

Without a doubt, the role of the teacher within a Montessori school is very different from the idea we have in mind. It seems that we give the word teacher to someone who speaks for a whole hour and is responsible for sending those who speak to silence. However, what is shown in this video is totally different. The teacher is a figure that accompanies the learning of his student, leaving freedom to the educational development of the class. It is an aid that students can access if they cannot complete a task by themselves, but instead of telling them how to do it directly, they receive advice or a guide to continue learning

[@its_pouring_reign5422]

I never understood the term Montessori before or made the time to learn and I wish a Montessori school was a possibility for my family but because it's so expensive, this video has inspired me to create my own activities at home. A couple of my sons have demonstrated sensory issues as well so I'm excited to find something that might stimulate them in the way they need. Did anyone else get emotional during the end watching these children setting the table to eat their lunch? This type of education is so valuable and I love that its natural learning and not specifically directed as it is in public and even some private schools!!

[@amandakeister6965]

Yes! That part made me just about cry!

[@najinaji182]

You can actually apply for financial aid like in college and depending on need you can either get more or not

[@carlotaalbaladejomartinez1079]

In my opinion, the methodology they have used in giving children independence is very beneficial for them. This methodology teaches students to touch objects, learn and enjoy in a good environment. One point to note is that the student is the main person during the activities. In addition, teachers are a very important point, as they do not teach children, but guide them.

[@kristiLB93]

Wow! I’m humbled as a Mom and as a homeschooling parent. Thank you for posting this.

[@mariabertran2325]

An aspect that I like about this methodology is the idea of freedom related to minimum limits. Kids can do almost everything, so as adults we should let them know we trust them and even ask them for help in certain activities such as cooking. Bearing that in mind, it is time to let them have their own space and help them only when is completely necessary. Just by doing that the youth is going to be a better version of today's society. Maria Bertran - Group 41

[@Didac16]

I like how Montessori teachers are just cheering up the children, giving some help just when they ask for it, and leaving them on their own knowing that they are able to do what they’re supposed to do. They know what they kids can do and what cannot do, and do not interfere unless they propose activities or try to organize some situations. The teachers are only the optional guides and the safety net in case students have an accident and an adult is required to assist them.

[@laiac4204]

What I like the most about the Montessori methodology is the teacher’s role, which is completely different from the other methodologies. As Montessori said, I think it is important to walk next to the children in their learning process, observing, letting them do and then acting. This pedagogy allows children to make mistakes and learning from them. That makes a very positive and useful learning because they expand their knowledge by themselves, which is the best way to do it. Laia Clemente, Ed. Primària grup 31.

[@janispintolatorre5404]

Montessori is a method of education that is based on self-directed activity, hands-on learning and collaborative play. The Montessori teacher role is very different than the traditional school teacher. They have the mission of observes each child, his needs, interests and capabilities and to give him the opportunity to work in order to achieve a concrete purpose and take care of him. Professors have to intervene the minimum as possible, as the child could progress on his own. Teachers don’t give awards or punishments. The children are rewarded with their achievements. Janis Pintó Group 31, Primary Education UAB

[@nuriavalera7856]

An aspect that I really like about this methodology is the independence that a child takes in his learning process. As we see in the case of Jackson who shows us how he spends most of the three hours working alone without help. So, this method prepares children for real life because they have knowledge of their own capacities, and this will help them to be self-sufficient, independent, and sure of themselves in the future.

[@sergisana1804]

An aspect I really like about this methodology is the autonomy that the child has. If we compare it with our traditional system we see clear differences. For example, this video shows a toddler laying the table. I remember that the first time I laid the table I was six or seven years old. I like autonomy because it prepare children to know how real life is and also they don't depend on older people to do certain activities accurated at his level. Sergi Sanahuja-Group 41

[@cristinamacialahuerta6098]

The role of the teacher in Montessori school is quite different of what we are used to see. In Montessori’s schools, the teachers are there to guide children without being authoritarian. They give children freedom to develop themselves, giving them autonomy and independence. They observe children and let them experiment by themselves to grow up. In this way, children learn how to do things by their own and how to take care of themselves too. In fact, teachers have a friendly and kind relationship with students.

[@juliaclascajansana7082]

What I really like about this methodology is the fact that children can experience without someone who says what they have to do or corrects the things that they are doing. In my opinion, children have to prove and try to do the things in their way so as to learn what they do wrong and improve from their own difficulties. I agree with Montessori methodology, because children have freedom to do what they want, and this is the best option to get a good development and autonomy. Júlia Clascà, grup 41.

[@rodneyjohnson3996]

I was a Montessori student from preschool to first grade great memories

[@marionabadia3978]

What I like the most about this methodology is the independence that children have. This methodology is good for their well-being and they can also develop their skills. I think that Montessori prepares the kids for real life. So, I agree with this methodology and I think that it’s a good method to get autonomy and also a method that makes children learn a lot.

[@laurarueeda]

Laura Rueda Clemente, group 31, seminar C. The aspect that I like the most about this active methodology is that the teacher works mainly as an observer because that way the qualities, educational needs, behavioral problems of the child can be identified ... I consider that learning is more effective when one realizes by himself from his own mistakes. The teacher of this methodology intervenes as a guide or counselor in the class when the child wants to consult him. Definitely, I like this methodology because it allows the child to grow on its own and discover itself.

[@marinaam652]

In my opinion Montessori is a very good methodology to do in class. First of all, I think that Montessori teachers improve the self-develovement of children, so that could be very beneficial for their future because children have the oportunity to learn by their own. An other aspect i really like about this methodology is the observation of the teachers. I think that this is very important, not only for improving their attention in class but also for learing about what happens in their environment. Finally, I think that Montessori has a lot of good aspects and one of the most importats for me is the independance that this method creates on children.

[@zulimaamador212]

One of the things that I like about Montessori system is letting the children freedom to develop themselves. We must change our mind and start valuing children as they really deserve. This methodology allows them to develop their skills on their own, and I think that this fact is very important to be able to acquire autonomy.

[@claudiatomassoteras8408]

I think that Montessori education is a good way to educate children. I’ve been working in a kindergarten and I had the opportunity to see how they worked with this method, and how the children enjoyed it. As this video tells us it consists of observing the interests of children and the thinks that they need. Children are the protagonists of their own learning, and therefore the teacher only acts as a guide. That’s a way to make children learn on their own, make them feel useful. It’s important to no treat the child like someone inferior or small, so like an equal.

[@cristinaarroyo7124]

I have just watched the video and I am impressed with Hazel, the determination and the autonomy she had shown. I believe that not all the teachers are prepared to follow this different methodology, a lot of them prefer a traditional system because they consider it the easily way of teaching but also because they are not able to change paradigms. In despite of the difficulties of the Montessori Education, these schools have shown their possibilities and their successes. However, I think that this system can only work with specialists and people prepare before. The perfect example is currently our present. The students of these schools now are learning at home with their parents. And if is it difficult for a mother-father teach them by the standard way, imagine how confuse could be teaching the children by the Montessori way.

[@teosoler]

Teo Soler, Primary Education, Group 31 C. The methodology of Montessori school has always been one of my favourites. Particularly one of the things I love about this methodology is the fact that the students of this schools got much more freedom for what they want to sudy, because they've got a wide variety of activities to learn from within a prescribed range of options. In my opinion, this fact is what makes the difference between the traditional schools and Montessori's ones. Futhermore, I think that this kind of schools are much more qualified to make the childreen improve their own knowledges because it mostly focus on their personal interests.

[@mariagrau8473]

Maria Grau G31 Seminari B I think that Montessori is a good method and I want to teach, someday, in a school with this method. One aspect that, in my opinion, is very important is to observe and follow the child. We usually make life easier for children without letting them do it by themselves. One thing that every teacher has to keep in mind is that children are powerful and they have something that we don't know. We need to let them develop and in that way, they will find the capacity to build their independence. It is important to do activities that help them to take care of themselves.

[@mireiarosado2958]

What I most like of Montessori’s methodology is the fact of leaving certain freedom to children to acquire an independence and a self-confidence that it can serve them in their daily life. In addition, the role of teachers is essential to carry out this practice because they are who leave space for children, so they can develop themselves autonomously. Just as Maria Montessori says: “Never help a child with a task at which he feels he can succeed”. Finally, I think that we don’t have to underestimate children, because at early ages they can arrive to learn to make things that even adults feel unable to do. Mireia Rosado - Educació Primària Grup 31, seminari C

[@hugopascual5097]

I think I would need a good preparation to implement this methodology in me, because whenever I see a child with problems to do something, I naturally want to help him and maybe the best thing for him would be to let him be free to act as he sees best. But I suppose that with time and practice I would be able to be a good teacher for Montessori schools because I really like the methodology and I would be willing to change my way of relating to children to apply it well.

[@lydiavega1843]

Lydia Vega, Grup: 31, Seminari C This video and this method remind me of my preschool, because they usually used this method. We had places, called "corners" where we could act as adults and pretend to be one. These "corners" were various scenes about adult life such as supermarkets, hospitals, homes, hotels, laboratories or restaurants. There we did what we think adults did and nobody judged us or told us if something went wrong. We just felt free to do what we wanted to and experiment with the world around us, which is why it was our favorite "subject" at school.

[@carlallavallbatalla9109]

I recently stumbled with this video concerning a subject we referred in class which aim is to learn, in broad brushstrokes, about the Montessori methodology. One aspect that really caught up my attention was that this methodology implies the fact that the children are the center of their own learning process. Thus, the learning environment recognizes the children as the protagonist of its process. Therefore, it promotes the active engagement and their own activity as students.

[@andrealino632]

One of the aspects that I really like about Montesori’s methodology is the way they treat children. They think that children are not inferior and they can do anything for themselves and I agree. Of course always taking care of what they do and teaching and guiding them in case they need help. Perhaps this is one of the keys for them to grow well and become independent people, not like the girl who appears in the video calling her father. On the other hand, I think that it is important for children to adapt the material, that is, the tables, chairs, cupboards, windows and doors must correspond to its size. This makes it easier for them to do their tasks as we have seen with the girl setting the table.

[@cristinaporcuna8722]

Cristina Porcuna Grup 41 C The thing I like the most about Montessori method is that they observe the children in order to let them be as who they are. I mean, they think as the children as theirselves, and not as an inferior human. I also like that they let the children learn by themselves. I think it’s very important let children learn different tasks by themselves because we as a society tend to give them all done and we don’t let them do it by themselves causing sometimes that when they grow up, they don’t know how to do some tasks.

[@nadianunez6228]

An aspect that seems to me very important and curious because usually we didn’t use it is to offer children the liberty of action in the activities that they do. So, it’s positive that the children can carry out the activities that they are able to do without the help of the adult figure. Also, there are moments in which the children need a certain help, and in this case, they will communicate it. This methodology produces some positive effects to the children, the fact that they can do the action on their own will trigger independence since an early age. In fact, this methodology offers the liberty of decision to children, and the possibility of adapting to the life and the routines of the adults.

[@ivetpuig1026]

Ivet Puig, grup 31, seminari C. After watching the video of the Montessori education, I’m going to talk about “An aspect you really like about this methodology”, in this case, the aspect that I like the most is the autonomy and freedom that the children have at that age. In my opinion, freedom is given to the children to let them experiment themselves and their abilities of what they can do and what not. They search for their interests and hobbies while they learn to develop movement and independence. So, in this method they don’t need anyone to teach them or to tell them what they have to do, or how to do it, they have the freedom to make it by themselves. For me that is a methodology that allows them the opportunity to have their autonomy and independence and I think it is a good way to learn, because the teacher only waits and observes the children how they act and learn.

[@nirjatolani8977]

In relation to Montessori methodology, I had the opportunity to visit a pre-school classroom in a Montessori school, as I was doing research on Alternative Methodologies in Education for my TdR. The first thing that seem interesting to me was how the classroom was designed and organized. I could smell tidyness and perfection. It seemed everything was in its place and for a reason. Also, the classroom had very large windows so children could appreciate nature and have a connection with it. Secondly, I was very surprised as I could see very independent children coming and doing their daily tasks on their own without being asked to before deciding what activity they wanted to start the day with. Children could choose what activity or educative materials they want to manipulate regarding to their interests and motivation. The teacher was there to observe their development, and offer them the opportunity to get to know new materials they haven’t manipulated before. Not only that, teacher was there to help them in case they need any. In this way, I could see a classroom with responsible and authonomous children sharing an educational space. It was very pleasent to see that atmosphere in a class. After that experience, i was really looking forward to start my career in the educational world and get to know more about this methodology.

[@caroltorres8458]

Carol Torres, grup 41 seminari C. During my Erasmus Exchange Programme, I had the oportunity of doing an Internship in a Montessori School in Norway. It was actually Pre-school teaching, but I loved it. Once I got there, I saw a 4 y.o. kid climbing a tree. What I first thought was "OMG this kid is gonna fall!!! How did he get up there on his own?!". Then I saw a teacher taking a look at him, not helping, she was near just to make sure he was not getting in trouble. I asked her about what I thought "dangerous" situation, and she answered very calm that I didn't have to worry because if the kid knew how to climb up the tree, he must know how to go down... And he did. I experienced lots of similar situations; mostly things I haven't seen before in my country but that now I believe in. In my view, I see Montessori the kind of education everyone should get. Of course, as every system, it has to get updated every so often.

[@janllobetabajo8099]

Jan Llobet, grup 31, seminari B. "An aspect you really like about this methodology" What I really like about this method is that it shows us that a child educated with this methodology learns from an early age to be an independent person, with initiative, ready to overcome all the diari challenges, without problems, the child receives help but only when it is really precise, without facilitating the tasks that they are able to do alone. We can say that this method, based on observation, practice and freedom of personal development, teaches students how to live naturally and prepares them for their future lives.

[@ariadnabernalblanch6244]

I think that the role of the teacher in a Montessori school it's different from the others schools. Because in a Montessori school the children are more authonomous, they use real objects by themselves and the teacher is only there in case they need help with something important. Although in the video you can see that they also do a music sessions. I also think that they are also there to see the evolution that the students have, in their autonomy and in their academic progress.

[@annaclapesmorral3546]

Anna Clapés, Primary Education Group 31 Topic: an aspect I really like about this methodology. I think it is essential for teachers and for parents to observe children and give them freedom. This way you let them be more self-sufficient and independent, and in case they need you, you will be there available to help them. As it says in the video, in Montessori, no unnecessary aid is given. In my opinion, what happens in a lot of situations is that people help kids to protect them, but in fact, what happens is that they are overprotecting them. Also, we live in a stressed out world, where everyone is rushing all day and sometimes parents tend to help kids in order to do that task faster.

[@nuriaml1499]

Núria Meca. Primary Education, group 31. The aspect I like most about the Montessori method is that it revolves around the freedom and independence of children, because they are the bases that support it. Many people think that taking care of children involves protecting them all the time, but I consider that it's not related. Obviously, it is necessary to protect them, but not overprotect them because in this way we only manage to "build" dependent people. I definitely support the Montessori method because I think it is the best method to educate and teach the values ​​of freedom and autonomy.

[@onamartinezfernandez4590]

• Your job as a future primary school teacher and possible teaching methodologies I’ve chosen this issue because it is something I think about when, in all subjects of the degree, teachers recommend us to use Montessori Methodology. I think that, though we want to aplicate the methods of Montessori, we will have to follow our school or department rules because we have to be a team with other teachers and students cannot do different things from one year to another, it will not be good for them. I’m going to do dynamic lessons and let children learn on their own, but I will always follow school projects.

[@_mariabibiloni]

Maria Bibiloni G31 Seminari A I'm going to talk about the teacher's role in Montessori school. First of all, it's important to recognize that a Montessori thinking teacher and a traditional teacher are not the same. In Montessori methodology, teachers are next to children and let them experiment and do and teachers observe. They also have only one or two students at a time so the learning process is more effective. By observing student progress, teachers have very important information to know when they are ready to move on to the next lesson. The traditional ones explain the lesson to a large group of students in a big class and it's difficult to consider all students with diversity in learning. In a large class, it's very difficult to guarantee personalized attention for each child.

[@victormarzah6915]

Víctor Martínez Zahonero, Grup 41 Seminar B Montessori schools are based in three fundamental pillars: freedom, do practical activities and observe and follow the child. The teacher doesn’t correct the student, instead, the student try to find the way to solutionate the problem by themselves with their own learning process. In the Montessori method, the teacher is convinced as a guide of learning who observes the needs, skills and interests of each student offering him opportunities to develop without applying rewards or punishments because they think that learning is the personal reward of each child.

[@itsmarki7638]

After watching de video I have realized that the aspect that I like the most about this methodology is the role of the teacher. In the Montessori system the teacher has a different role than what we are used to. Basically it is in charge of observing his students and accompanying them during their learning. The fact that it only helps them when necessary makes children more autonomous and independent and this is very important. In my opinion, society has conditioned us to see children in a different way and I think that children have to be given more freedom every time. Giving freedom within limits makes students more motivated and interested. Finally, I think that the Montessori system should be applied in a large part of schools because it seems to me the best method so far. Marc Alegria, grup 41 Educació Primària

[@paulaliebananunez9367]

I know how is Maria Montessori and I really like her and her methodology. What I like the most of her methodology is that she allows the children to learn themselves. She doesn’t put limits to them, they can choose what they are going to work. As the video says they have ‘freedom within limits’. And I think that this makes them more independent. In this video we have two examples, the girl that prepares the table without any help and the boy how works with different materials in one day. Paula Liébana Núñez - Group 41, Primary Education

[@lauratejada1892]

Laura Tejada Campaña, Educació Primària, Grup 31, Seminari C From my perspective, Montessori methodology is truly admirable. Even though, I’d like to highlight the last aspect which I liked the most: the freedom within limits that gives Montessori to the children. The environment in which children are surrounded by, enables them to develop skills for themselves, such as independence and self-confident, so that they learn at their own rhythm without any pressure and reach the success. It’s also remarkable that, since their ages are mixed, it allows them build knowledge because they’re learning from each other and this is enriching. We must also bear in mind that children are as powerful as adults. In that way, we get rid of the stereotypical ideas about the child that society implements for us. As it has shown, Jonathan is 4 years old and he does everything on this own.

[@giselamulet7068]

The aspect I like the most about Montessori methodology, is the freedom that children have while they are in the school. From my point of view, this kind of methodology is very beneficial for the students, because it is good for them to have autonomy and independence to prepare them for the real life. They learn in her own without any unnecessary help from their teachers. Moreover, the role of teachers is very important, because they don’t have to teach children, but they have to guide them thrown their learning.

[@ainoatorres9178]

The aspect I liked the most about Montessori is that, for this methodology, it is very important to learn aspects of our day a day, such as setting the table. In my experience, I’ve never seen anyone teach daily things to 3-year-olds at school. There is always a judgment that they cannot do certain things because they are little, seeing them as inferior. But Montessori is changing the paradigm.

[@paulasimontomas9117]

Grup 41 (seminari C) One of the things I like the most about Montessori is the roll that teachers have. I tend to observe everyrhing around me because I think it's very important but not everyone have the skills to do it. In this society everything happends so fast that we are impacient people but time is very important when you are learning because it is a process that usually goes slow.

[@juliaaltimirahomet3938]

The Montessori method is one of the most prestigious methods in children's pedagogy. It is worth mentioning that this is a very prestigious method and is currently in use in many schools. I personally really like this method and think that they understand and respect the learning and development of children. What I like most about this method is point three, freedom within limits. I think it is very important to let children have some autonomy so they can decide according to their interests. The classroom is simply a learning space with all the necessary materials to arouse curiosity for children. What I like most is the role of the teacher. The teacher is a companion, who guides the child during this learning and helps in the just and necessary way. Júlia Altimira.Grup 41. Educació Primària. Seminari A

[@carlavendrellgarcia7156]

I believe that the Montessori methodology can have some disadvantages. One of them could be the cost. With this methodology, learning is more personalized and the groups are smaller, which means more teachers are required. In a school that uses another methodology, the classes are about 30 students each, while with this methodology, teaching 30 students probably needs 3 teachers. Another thing that makes it more expensive is all the materials that are used. It’s a rare material, so if you want to buy it, you’ll have to spend more money. This doesn’t mean I wouldn’t use this methodology; it only means using it has disadvantages. Carla Vendrell, G31, C

[@andreazafragranados1629]

Montessori methodology has eight educational principles and different aspects, for instance, the fact that every child has to develope their motor skills and also, they learn to be more autonomous while they grow. I have to say too that, as in traditional schools, but in another form, they learn with a guide, the teacher. But the aspect I like the most about this methodology is that they learn mainly through games and this is what is called "learning by discovery". Furthermore, I think that is very interesting that children can learn through playing games, especially Montessori ones, because thus, through direct contact, practice and discovery you learn something you are not forced to. Andrea Zafra Group 41 (Primary Education - Seminar C)

[@mireiavaro8064]

Mireia Varo. Group 31. Primary Education. The Montessori methodology has always been fascinating to me, and after watching this video even more. The aspect that I like most about this pedagogy and the most important one is freedom within limits, as you can see in the video, little Jackson is a totally independent and responsible four year old boy, at his age he already has a understandable calligraphy. Freedom without limits allows them to be creative and to develop themselves and with this methodology the goals are achieved. Another thing that is important to mention is the fact that this methodology doesn't consider children inferior or judge or criticize them. And also doesn't take part in a task when it's known that the child can do it for himself, which helps to be self-sufficient from the beginning of their lives.

[@liavolpe6111]

In my opinion, the Montessori method is excellent in many of its aspects and I consider each of the three foundations on which it is based to be very accurate. Fisrt of all, I think that giving children this freedom is essential for them to discover their own capacities and limits, which enriches their personal development. Even so, I don't fully agree with the frase "freedom within limits", as I believe that it is always necessary to draw certain lines that should not be crossed. Finally, I also think it is right that they should not be helped unnecessarily, as they are at a stage where they have to experiment with their environment and discover themselves, and perhaps too much help interferes with learning. Lia Volpe Sales Group 31, Primary Education