The most popular Montessori schools are made available for children aged 2-6. When I first learned about this alternative educational system my mind was blown. I was shocked to discovered that students participate in different cycles throughout the day while students complete individual work. “No longer is the teacher the source of knowledge. Instead, she is the “directress” of attention, and the attention always focuses on the work.” (Conssentino, 2006) Teachers are there to supervise the classroom, making sure every student is “working”. Work can be classified by studying a map, playing, coloring, and problem solving. Teachers were reported of only talking about two thirds of the class which allows for student autonomy. “The concept of alterative schooling options, such as elite boarding and Montessori schools, have changed the way I think about education as a whole. Previously, I held these anomalies about schools that are not public schools. I soon found out public schools are imperfect and alternative schools are superior.” (Sell,
The most popular Montessori schools are made available for children aged 2-6. When I first learned about this alternative educational system my mind was blown. I was shocked to discovered that students participate in different cycles throughout the day while students complete individual work. “No longer is the teacher the source of knowledge. Instead, she is the “directress” of attention, and the attention always focuses on the work.” (Conssentino, 2006) Teachers are there to supervise the classroom, making sure every student is “working”. Work can be classified by studying a map, playing, coloring, and problem solving. Teachers were reported of only talking about two thirds of the class which allows for student autonomy. “The concept of alterative schooling options, such as elite boarding and Montessori schools, have changed the way I think about education as a whole. Previously, I held these anomalies about schools that are not public schools. I soon found out public schools are imperfect and alternative schools are superior.” (Sell,