Phil/Obs of Lower Elem. Child

Catalog description

The Philosophy / Observation of the Lower Elementary Child course provides candidates with the opportunity to study Dr. Montessori \2019s major philosophical and pedagogical concepts with a particular emphasis on the lower elementary child (ages 6-9). Candidates will encounter the specific social, emotional, physical, and cognitive needs of the elementary child through Dr.Montessori \2019s writings on the child in the second plane of development. Candidates will examine the role of the enlightened generalist educator as \201Csaint, servant, and scientist\201D (observer, guide, and evaluator) offering an integrated curriculum to a diverse community of learners. As an online course, candidates will engage in dialogue through spoken and written forms the principles of Montessori education. Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate College of Health and Human Sciences School of Education