Check out a study that examined the extent to which Social Justice Education (SJE) principles were incorporated across the school community of a diverse Montessori charter school using an inductive, qualitative, case-study approach. By Kira Banks
Download the Research ItemBased on Maria Montessori's pioneering work in the education of children with special needs, Montessori education reflects current best practice for students with special needs in mathematics based on 5 major components of effective differentiated instruction. By Victoria Selden Zascavage, Ginger Kelley McKenzie, Angela K. Murray
Download the Research ItemIn a summary of relevant literature authors conclude that Montessori education offers both opportunities and limitations for students of color in attending diverse schools, developing executive functions, achieving academically, accessing early childhood education and culturally responsive education, minimizing racially disproportionate discipline, and limiting overidentification for special education. By Mira Debs, Katie E. Brown
Download the Research ItemWhat can be learned from studying the inclusion of Russian-speaking students in an English-based Montessori preschool, particularly in the strategies used in large-group and shared-reading activities? By Christine Harris
Download the Research ItemThis action research project set out to determine the effects of daily writing workshop lessons, including the 6+1 Traits of Writing vocabulary, on student writing proficiency and engagement. By Kirstin A. Nordhaus
Download the Research ItemThe Montessori Method is often known for offering free choice and decision making to young learners. This thesis is a study of the ways in which student choice is enacted in Montessori Elementary classrooms and explores obstacles that prevent this freedom. By Mary Allison Moore
Download the Research ItemA professional development program with Montessori teachers explored the potential benefits of mindfulness, structured reflective practice, and teacher-centered mentorship experiences. By Laura Lackner Saylor, Ginger McKenzie, Cathy Cebulski Sacco
Download the Research ItemThis qualitative study investigates four Upper Elementary Montessori teachers’ attitudes toward technology and technology integration in a public school setting. By Sara Jolly Jones
Download the Research ItemDepending on the student, the lesson, and the guide, this author suggests there are different times when a teacher could benefit from the use of any of the 3: group, paired, or individual lessons in an Early Childhood classroom. By Francina Lelei
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