THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE AS A WORLD LANGUAGE
Keywords:
Montessory method, educational strategy, child-centered learning, independence, experimental activities, effectiveness, prepared environments, self-guided learning, facilitator, cognitive, social skillsAbstract
The Montessori method, established by Dr. Maria Montessori, is an educational strategy that focuses on child-centered learning, independence, and experiential activities. This paper examines the effectiveness of early childhood education through the Montessori approach. It emphasizes core principles like prepared environments, self-guided learning, and the educator's role as a facilitator rather than a traditional teacher. Evidence shows that early Montessori education enhances cognitive, social, and emotional growth by fostering independence, critical thinking, and intrinsic motivation. Furthermore, long-term studies indicate that children educated through the Montessori method often achieve higher academic performance, exhibit better social skills, and demonstrate greater adaptability compared to those in conventional educational settings. This abstract highlights the advantages of adopting Montessori principles in early childhood education to develop well-rounded and self-driven learners.
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