Montessori Learning Presentation. The opportunities and limitations of a Montessori education.

1. Montessori Mission
To foster the child’s natural inclination to learn. By guiding
the students rather than instructing them.
• Through this process the children naturally follow their
interests and joyfully end up teaching themselves.
• AMSHQ.org American Montessori Society
Opportunity for Learning: is enhanced because the teachers don’t get in
the way of the natural learning process.
Limitations of Learning: This approach may not work best for all children
.

2. Costs & Funding
Funding for School Operation: funding sources include
but may not be limited to grants, donations, tuition, and
fundraising initiatives.
• The Cost of attendance can range dependant upon
whether it is a Public or Private Montessori school.
Private Montessori education can be expensive because
tuition plays a big part. Tuition can be $11,000.00 and
up. Public Montessori schools on the other hand are run
by a lottery system.
Taken from Counterpan.org
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Opportunity for Learning: is not limited or dictated by government
support.
Limitations of Learning: The school may not always be able to reach
their goals to fund this type of education. Funds may fluctuate.

3. Student Population
Student population varies on a whole from one Montessori
school to the next.
However, here is what some typical class sizes can look
like.
• Infant/Toddler Class: 10-15 children
• 6-9yr old Class: 20-30 children. This class consists of all
different ages which can span a difference of about 3
years.
• The population as a whole is usually one of diverse
background
Taken from Counterpane.org
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Opportunity for Learning : is enhanced because of diversity levels.
Limitations of Learning: Class sizes and/or variations in ages grouped
together may be too much for some children to adapt to.

4. Use of Technology
Technology is definitely used in Montessori education.
However, the use of it is carefully infused to stimulate a
positive foundation for personal growth and learning.
• Taken from AMSHQ.org
Opportunity for Learning: is reinforced by the advancement of
technology and how it positively relates to the children and their
learning process.
Limitations of Learning: May add some structure.