Introduction to Montessori and the Montessori Foundation

This is a short video produced as part of the National Education Report to briefly introduce Montessori education and the work of the Montessori Foundation. A somewhat different version, hosted by commentator Hugh Downs, will be broadcast on National Public Television this year. Unfortunately, the producer only allows that version to be shown on public TV. Copies will be available to local PBS affiliate stations for rebroadcast. Produced in 2009.

[@florydory]

I have been humbled by the angelic behavior of children in Montessori schools. It reminds me that we are all born with a tremendous potential to do good.

[@roxanneconradson]

I want to become a montessori teacher. I have a lot of kids around me with my family, and the daycares and places the kids are learning in, I just cannot sit there and let them go through the drilling I had gone through. I remember having to take notes as my teacher lectured quicker then you could write, then a test the next day on it all.

[@run4this]

Montessori teacher training may start with AMI, but it should never ends at just one place. It is a life long journey. Years ago, when I was getting my certification, I asked my trainer the same question. She just smiled. I later found out that in her 30 years of teaching, she pursued certification form all AMI, AMS, and St. Nicholas, and she has lived and taught in different centers in different continents. We need to follow these great inspiring teachers, and not a training center.

[@nanditaagarwala1350]

We strive to implement each aspect of Dr. Montessori's work in our centre - Montessori Mantra in Pickering, Ontario. I think of myself as a 'follower'

[@IWasAPepper]

The more I learn about Montessori, the more I like it.

[@whynotmontessori]

This is a great video! I have been implementing Montessori activities at home with my son and it has been an amazing experience! Definitely worth it!

[@AndyRiot]

The kids' testimonials really sell it for me.

[@chinonyeekenyem5341]

Wonderful video! Thanks for the information.

[@oluyemititilayo1733]

I would love to become a Montessori teacher. Wao

[@rhizlanemesselmi6686]

Awesome

[@sarabloomberg4328]

these teachers should go back to school and learn more, or leave the field, the montessorians i know are dedicated and passionate and always want to learn more, i am sorry you have experienced the teachers you have

[@tigercrabstudios]

Thanks for the info, shame the music is a bit too loud.

[@eviannne]

thank God for the opening words

[@mabelonwugbonu7900]

It is a very good system of teaching and learning.

[@icashootnstar]

In theory, Montessori is a wonderful, intuitive way for children to learn. However, it relies very heavily on the skills of the instructor. Unfortunately, many teachers are still unable to understand the different learning styles of children. Some are very focused on work production as a means of measuring advancement, rather than spending time with and listening to the child, a strategy that seems very "un-Montessori".

[@jaysjays30]

Wish I would have joined

[@TheOHenry666]

Public schools make kids cry.

[@dawnsdiscovery]

Love the video. Montessori is the best way to promote learning in a natural way. I practice Montessorri Learning in my pre school: Dawns Discovery Tree House.net

[@GordosMama1111]

why?

[@tamaralaird3389]

global warming doesnt exist?

[@AdamCanFly]

The global warming book in the background ruined it for me.

[@ArtSeallion]

Adam Savage lol science ruined it for you?