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Comparison of Montessori & Conventional Education

Conventional Montessori
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

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