When1: 1907
When2: 1949
Who: Maria Montessori [Montessori, Maria]
What: educator
Where: Rome, Italy
works\ Children's House [1907]; Montessori Method [1916]; Absorbent Mind [1949]
Detail: She lived 1870 to 1952 and started school for children, emphasizing coordination, senses, and freedom. Children want to learn and discover things for themselves. Children have creative energy. Teachers allow children to express themselves freely. Teachers provide possibilities for action to children, rather than dictating, lecturing, or using set tasks. Children are valued individuals.
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