Montessori Principles: Through a 6-12 Lens

Montessori Principles: Through a 6-12 Lens

In the book, “Montessori: The Science Behind the Genius” (2007) Angeline Stoll Lillard summarised Montessori education by highlighting eight key principles:

1. Movement and Cognition
2. Choice
3. Interest
4. Extrinsic Rewards are Avoided
5. Learning with and from Peers
6. Learning in Context
7. Teacher Ways and Child Ways
8. Order in Environment and Mind

But what do these principles actually mean and what do they look like in practice, in the context of the 6-12 environment?

Come along to this workshop to discuss these key principles and how they can be supported and upheld in the Montessori 6-12 environment. Be prepared to discuss and share your observations, experiences and current practices.

***We encourage live-attendance at our events so that you can gain the most out of the session. However this event will be recorded and made available to view for a limited time by ticket holders who cannot attend the live workshop.***

About Susan Harris Evans:

Susan Harris Evans has worked in education working in Montessori environments since 1989.  Susan holds a Montessori Diploma and has worked as a trainer for the Montessori Institute.  Susan also holds Diploma of Teaching, Bachelor of Education, Graduate Certificate of Education and a Master of Education.

Susan has worked with children aged 3 years through to 12 years and holds the position of Assistant Principal at The Hills Montessori School, SA.  Susan was a member of the team who developed the Montessori National Curriculum which is now used in multiple countries and was one of the original members of the Australian Montessori Quality Assurance Council.

Susan is a passionate advocate for Montessori Education and enjoys taking the opportunity wherever possible to support practising Montessori educators connect with each other and to further their understanding.