Learning and well-being improve when people feel in control of their lives. Research found that children who chose their own tasks solved twice as many puzzles as those assigned the same tasks. In a Montessori environment, children have "freedom within limits," allowing them to follow their internal drive while staying within a structured, purposeful framework. 3. Interest is the Engine of Learning Montessori: The Science Behind the Genius
Montessori: The Science Behind the Genius Over a century ago, Dr. Maria Montessori , Italy’s first female physician, developed an educational method based on her clinical observations of how children naturally learn. While her approach—featuring mixed-age classrooms, wooden "manipulatives," and self-directed work—once seemed radical, modern developmental psychology and neuroscience have finally caught up. Montessori : The Science Behind the Genius
In her landmark book, Montessori: The Science Behind the Genius , psychologist Angeline Stoll Lillard explores the eight core principles that bridge Montessori’s intuition with today’s scientific evidence. 1. Movement and Cognition are Entwined Learning and well-being improve when people feel in