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Dr. Maria Montessori (Personal History & Beliefs)
Dr. Maria Montessori, MD (1870-1952) Italian pioneer woman physician, original creator of “The Montessori Method” Maria Montessori was an Italian physician, educator, and innovator who developed the Montessori Method. Montessori was one of the first women in Italy to receive a medical degree, and she initially worked with children with special needs. Her observations led
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Dr. Maria Montessori (The Montessori Method)
Italy 1870-1952 “The education of even a small child, therefore, does not aim at preparing him for school, but for life.” – Dr. Maria Montessori, MD. What is The Montessori Method? Proponents of the Montessori method believe that education should be child-centered and focused on fostering independence, creativity, and self-directed learning. The key beliefs of