Maria montessori theory stages

Teaching method encouraging autodidacticism

"Montessori" redirects here. For the founder, see Maria Montessori. For other uses, see Montessori (disambiguation).

The Montessori method of education is a type of educational method that involves children's natural interests and activities rather than formal teaching methods.

A Montessori classroom places an emphasis on hands-on learning and developing real-world skills.^[2][3] It emphasizes independence and it views children as naturally eager for knowledge and capable of initiating learning in a sufficiently supportive and well-prepared learning environment.^[4] It also discourages some conventional methods of measuring achievement, such as grades and tests.^[4]

The method was started in the early 20th century by Italian physician Maria Montessori, who developed her theories through scientific experimentation with her students.^[5] the method has since been