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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. What must a teacher understand to be successful in the Montessori classroom?

2. According to Standing, when might a piece of material be taken away from a child in the Montessori classroom?

3. What did Froebel study as a young student?

4. What did Montessori suggest the human grows principally during the fires year of life?

5. In "Practical Life & Mental Processes," what does Standing suggest is a conquest to be won by humans?

Short Essay Questions

1. According to Montessori, how does concentration play a role in the normalization of a child?

2. What are the two distinct stages of learning in a Montessori classroom?

3. According to Standing, what is an example of a limitation in material for a child?

4. What is the significance of the physical aspects of the Montessori classroom?

5. What are some things that a Montessori teacher may teach directly to younger children?

6. What are the two factors involved in the success of the prepared environment?

7. According to Standing, what was Montessroi's view on the nature of play?

8. What is meant by Weltanschauung?

9. According to "Liberty in Education & the Montessori Directress," how is it possible to be independent but not free?

10. According to the Montessori philosophy, how are actions of grace and courtesy to be taught?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The notion of normalization is something that occurs in students that often come from the traditional classroom into the Montessori classroom. If normalization is to occur upon entering the Montessori classroom, what could be said about those students who remain in the traditional classroom? Use information and examples form the book to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

Standing notes that some educators who open a Montessori school do not completely understand the true principles of the Montessori method and do not properly teach the method. Where does the confusion lie concerning these individuals? It is in the incorrect use of this method? What is or can be done to correct this problem?

Essay Topic 3

Many traditional classrooms teach by showing material, however Montessori feel these visual aids are not enough. What does Standing suggest is needed to provide students will a full introduction and education on various topics according to the Montessori method? Provide examples.

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