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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. According to Montessori, what must be constructed before the individual can begin his movements?
2. In "Liberty in Education & the Montessori Directress," what does Standing suggests is needed for a teacher to avoid demanding things of a child in the Montessori classroom?
3. According to Standing, what is the highest form of spontaneous self-activity according to Froedlians?
4. What is one example of an unusual task a visitor may see a Montessori child engaged in?
5. What is one of the most misunderstood elements of the Montessori method?
Short Essay Questions
1. How did Montessori suggest one corrects deviations in learning and development?
2. What are 3 of the 14 main rules for the teacher in relation to the environment?
3. When did Montessori disagree with Froebels use of free play and make believe?
4. According to "Liberty in Education & the Montessori Directress," how is it possible to be independent but not free?
5. According to Standing, what is an example of a limitation in material for a child?
6. What are the two factors involved in the success of the prepared environment?
7. What are the possibilities of an individual who is a slave or who has limited freedom?
8. According to Standing, what is one mistake some may make in developing or overseeing a Montessori school?
9. What is the significance of the physical aspects of the Montessori classroom?
10. According to Montessori, how does concentration play a role in the normalization of a child?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
What is the point of contact in the Montessori classroom? Discuss how point of contact initiates precision and helps development and how teachers establish point of contact among their students. Use information from the book to support your answer.
Essay Topic 2
The Montessori method gained much popularity throughout the world. Despite this popularity, Montessori schools and methods are not the common method for teaching. Why do you think this is the case? What factors have and continue to play a role in determining the reach of the Montessori method? Use information from the book to support your answer.
Essay Topic 3
Movement is an important part of learning. Based on information from the book, how does the Montessori method address movement in the classroom and in learning to achieve maximum results in education? Additionally, how is this different than a traditional classroom? Provide specific examples.
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