Comparison of Montessori & Conventional Education
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CONVENTIONAL
|
MONTESSORI
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| Late start at school (5-6) |
Early start at school (2-3) |
| One age per class |
3 year age range per class |
| Seated at desks |
Freedom to move about |
| Little socialization |
Community atmosphere |
| Large group lessons |
Individual lessons |
| Teacher as source of answers |
Self correcting materials |
| Rewards and punishments |
Natural, logical consequences |
| Adult centered schedule |
Child centered schedule |
| Frequent interruptions |
Longer free work periods |
| Limited curriculum |
Enhanced curriculum |
| Peer comparison as test |
Progress of students as test |
| Emphasis on grades |
Emphasis on learning |
| Emphasis on conformity |
Emphasis on individuality |
| Annual promotion |
Progress at individual rate |
| Teacher as disciplinarian |
Emphasis on “self” control |
| Corporal punishment |
PEACE in education |
| Little parent involvement |
Strong school/ home ties |
| Graded report cards |
Observation based progress reports |
Researched by: Eugene A. Haggerty
ED 177.07 (Educational Validities)
Experimental College
San Francisco State College
"Education starts at birth." Dr. Maria Montessori