Content of the Montessori AMI Diploma Teacher Training Program for Ages 3-6

Montessori Education Theory

1. Understanding the Montessori Educational Philosophy:
   • Emphasis on respecting the child’s natural development.
   • Exploration of the role and significance of observation in understanding and supporting children.
2. Sensitive Periods and Developmental Needs:
   • Deep understanding of the unique developmental characteristics of children aged 3-6.
   • Identification of sensitive periods and how to respond effectively to them.

Additionally, there are other related Montessori theoretical topics on child development.

The Montessori Classroom Environment (Ages 3-6)

1. Designing and Arranging Learning Spaces:
   • Creating an age-appropriate, safe, and stimulating environment.
   • Structuring the classroom to encourage exploration, independence, and creativity.
2. Preparing the "Prepared Environment":
   • Implementing the principles of a Montessori-prepared environment.
   • Supporting children’s autonomy and engagement through intentional material placement and organization.

Practical Life Activities

1. Teaching Life Skills:
   • Supporting children in developing self-care abilities, care for their environment, and positive social interactions.
2. Developing Activities and Materials:
   • Creating engaging and purposeful tasks that build children’s confidence and basic life skills.
   • Encouraging responsibility and independence in daily life routines.

Sensorial Education

1. Stimulating the Senses:
   • Utilizing Montessori materials to refine sensory perception through hands-on learning activities.
2. Building Cognitive Abilities:
   • Developing skills in differentiation, classification, and recognition to enhance cognitive and sensory integration.

Language Education

1. Fostering Communication Skills:
   • Encouraging children to develop reading, writing, and verbal communication abilities.
2. Supporting Expression:
   • Facilitating activities that help children articulate ideas, feelings, and creative thoughts through language.

Mathematics Education

1. Introducing Mathematical Concepts:
   • Guiding children in understanding arithmetic, geometry, and basic calculations through concrete materials.
2. Enhancing Logical Thinking:
   • Promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
   • Inspiring an appreciation for mathematics through exploration and discovery.

Teaching Practice and Material Creation

1. Developing Montessori Teaching Tools:
   • Designing and creating materials tailored to the developmental stages of children aged 3-6.
2. Hands-On Practice and Observation:
   • Practicing effective observation techniques to understand children’s needs.
   • Applying observation data to adapt and improve teaching methods.

Course Completion Requirements

1. Observation Hours:
   • A total of 90 hours dedicated to observing children in various Montessori settings.
2. Teaching Practice:
   • Completing 120 hours of hands-on teaching practice in Montessori environments.
3. Assignments:
   • Developing comprehensive albums and creating Montessori teaching tools and manuals.
4. Assessments:
   • Successfully completing written and oral exams.

Program Outcome

This program offers a balance of theoretical depth and practical application. It prepares participants to effectively support children during their formative years and fosters the development of highly skilled and compassionate Montessori educators