About this Course

This is a Montessori teacher training course. It is suitable for students wishing to work with or to teach children from 2½ to 6 years of age. 

The Diploma is awarded by Modern Montessori International, London.

Aims

• Develop a deep understanding of current theories, research of child development, the Montessori Principle and Philosophy and their implications on early childhood care and education.
  
• Observe and understand children’s interactions with the environment.
  
• Develop a framework for creating a learning environment that will enhance the total development of young children.
  
• Demonstrate their understanding of the teacher’s role, knowledge and skills of the teaching/learning processes and their implications for practice.
  
• An appreciation and understanding of the teaching aids developed by Dr. Maria Montessori.
  
• A knowledge of the Montessori environment and the role of a Montessori directress/director.
  
• A knowledge of the Montessori Curriculum.
  

Course Structure

• Montessori Philosophy
  
• Child Development
  
• Curriculum Planning
  
• Practical Life
  
• Sensorial
  
• Language
  
• Mathematics
  
• Cultural; Zoology, Botany, History, Geography

Mode of Instruction

Presentation of lessons will be done through lectures, small group activities and group/individual class presentations.

Assessment Mode

A combination of assignments, examination, observations, projects, group presentation, individual presentations, journals and essay.

Course Materials

On acceptance into the course, you will receive a course manual and 2 text books.

Support Services

• Learning support from MMI Academy
  
• Student Counseling
  

Awards

Students will receive awards upon successfully completing the course:

Diploma in Montessori Method of Education (2½ - 6 years)

Duration of Course

Full-Time: 12 months

Part-Time: 24 months

Mode of Study

Full-Time

Part-Time

Distance Learning

Teacher – Student ratio

1:34 for lecture/classroom teaching

Entry Requirement

Applications are assessed on their individual merits but must have obtained at least 3 GCE ‘O’ Levels (or its equivalent). They must also have a good standard of both written and spoken English. They must be at least 17 years of age. Those without the above qualification will be considered on case by case basis.

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