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2023-2024 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

IEC 325 - Foundations in Montessori Teacher Education

Credits: 3

Course is designed to provide an in-depth understanding of the history, theory, and educational foundations of the Montessori approach to early childhood education. Includes current status of the approach globally and locally. Provides an overview of the prepared learning environment and the role of the directress/director. Considers research and brain development applications for Montessori. Provides an Orientation to Montessori Teacher Education and codes of ethical conduct.

Required: 10 hours of field experience.