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The Traditional Approach vs. The Montessori Method

How does the Montessori program and curriculum differ from traditional schools and daycares?

 

TraditionalMontessori
Emphasis on social developmentEmphasis on cognitive and social development
Teacher is the center of classroomTeacher has an unobtrusive role in classroom
Teacher enforces disciplineEnvironment and method encourage self-discipline
Same age groupingMixed age grouping
Most of the teaching is done by teacherGrouping encourages children to teach and help each other
Activities structured for childChild chooses own work
Child is guided to concepts by teacherChild discovers own concepts from self-teaching materials
Instruction pace usually set by groupChild sets own learning pace
Learning is reinforced externally by repetition and rewardsChild reinforces learning by repetition and feelings of success
Child usually assigned own chair; encouraged to participate, sit still and listen during group sessionsChild can work where he chooses (yet not disturb work of others); group work is also encouraged

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The Five Areas of Montessori Education ⁡ —①P The Five Areas of Montessori Education
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—①Practical Life—🧺
Practical Life work is essential for developing children’s fine motor skills and concentration.
MIA VILLAGE EVENT🏡 ⁡ We welcomed Mr. Taku Nak MIA VILLAGE EVENT🏡
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We welcomed Mr. Taku Nakasaka to MIA for a presentation on CPR and first aid in Japanese. 
Thank you parents for coming to this special event! 
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Stay tuned for more MIA village events coming soon!
Thank you Gourmet Mini Doughnuts for coming to MIA Thank you Gourmet Mini Doughnuts for coming to MIA and serving us delicious freshly made doughnuts!🍩
What is Montessori Education? Children are engagin What is Montessori Education?
Children are engaging in their Montessori work everyday to cultivate their independence and build their own self🌱
August 31th is Maria Montessori’s Birthday! Our August 31th is Maria Montessori’s Birthday! Our children celebrated and learned all about her by designing their own Maria Montessori patch🎨

“A child needs freedom within limits.”— Maria Montessori
Children in the elementary age are hungry for know Children in the elementary age are hungry for knowledge! Sun Class children are deepening their understanding of subjects including Japanese language, math, biology, English language, history, and much more! Materials in the elementary classroom spark curiosity and the child’s natural desire to learn more about the world around them.☀️
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  • Vivinavi

About Us

  • Our Mission
  • Our History
  • Multi-Language
  • Montessori Method
  • Montessori Difference
  • Testimonials

Our School

  • Facility & Classrooms
  • Teachers & Staff
  • Daily Schedule
  • Calendar & Events
  • Meals & Nutrition
  • Tuition & Fees

Our Programs

  • Toddler
  • Early Childhood
  • Kinder
  • Elementary Program
  • After School Program
  • Enrichment
  • Summer

Contact Us

  • Jobs & Internships
  • Tour Our School
  • Waiting List
  • Online Payment
  • Contact
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