American Montessori Society Training
Maria Montessori was a physician in Italy who opened the first Montessori school in 1907 after she observed that students could learn new skills in an environment that gave them choices between appropriate developmental activities. Montessori education is now widely available. Many teachers have sought American Montessori Society Training so that they can receive an accredited credential and work in a Montessori school.
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History
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The website amshq.org states that "Since its formation in 1960, the American Montessori Society (AMS) has grown to be the largest Montessori organization in the world." The American Montessori Society grew as a separate society from the International Montessori Society so that it could provide its own training and mandates.
Geography
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There are about 100 American Montessori Society training centers across the United States. These centers are spread out in four regions: Northeastern, Midwest, Plains States and Western. Each center offers information on credentials and grade level specific courses.
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Function
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According to imsmontessori.org, "The philosophical orientation of the American Montessori Society is to fit Montessori education into the American conventional culture." AMS's function is to train educators to become effective Montessori teachers that facilitate children's learning and foster self exploration. AMS training strives to teach educators the Montessori approach to instruction.
Benefits
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The American Montessori Society trains teachers in Montessori principles to foster children's growth and independence as they explore their world. AMS training facilities have received accreditation by the Montessori Accreditation Council for Teacher Education Commission (MACTE).Teachers benefit by having the opportunity to work in Montessori schools across the country and can choose the grade levels they would like to concentrate on.
Misconceptions
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Some people have the misconception that teachers trained by the American Montessori Society do not intervene in the classroom environment; however, this is not the case. Montessori teachers are trained to facilitate learning and will intervene if a child is being disruptive.
Types
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The American Montessori Society offers credentials in Infant/Toddler, Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary and Administrator for prospective Montessori teachers. The Elementary credential is broken down further by age groups: 6 to 9, 6 to 12, and 9 to12. The Secondary credential is offered in ages 12 to 15 and 12 to 18.
Significance
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The American Montessori Society trains educators in Montessori philosophy. The significance of this is that Montessori schools are now available across the country. Students attending Montessori schools learn by using all their senses to explore the environment around them. Education becomes interesting in these types of educational facilities and students work at their own pace.
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