MONTESSORI-- AN INSPIRATION
The series consists of 6 episodes of 52 minutes each presented in a single case 3 disc DVD pack.
Montessori an inspiration was completed over a 2 year period and has been shown Australia wide on free to air community TV. It is an Australian production.
The documentary is the first in the world to show the journey a child takes through Montessori from the early years through to completion of their secondary schooling and also explores their future beyond.
Viewers of this documentary will learn how Montessori differs from traditional education methods, allowing children to learn by their own choice in a positive and scientifically prepared environment. It is this environment that viewers will discover has a profound impact on a child’s intellectual, emotional and physical development.
The documentary allows viewers inside a real classroom where they are able to observe the children and examine the specially designed self-teaching materials.
Through candid interviews, current and past students, teachers and parents share with viewers the real journey and impact of a Montessori education.
This documentary is essential viewing for any parent considering the future education of their child, for parents of children already in a Montessori school, or for any teaching institution looking to further educate their pupils in alternative teaching methods.
Episode 1: Explores the history of Montessori and introduces the philosophy and early development of the child from 0-3 years of age.
Episode 2: Takes you into the classroom and explores the everyday activities in the 3-6 years of age.
Episode 3: As the attention turns to other classes you are able to observe how 6-12 year olds develop and hear from parents and others who discuss their experience with Montessori.
Episode 4: Offers you the opportunity to take a closer look at the sensorial materials and apparatus that are specially designed to stimulate and develop the child’s faculties.
Episode 5 and 6: Hear first hand of the experiences of many past students and teachers as they reflect on their time in a Montessori school. These episodes also explore some of the later year programs.
Item code: TV003 -$95.00 plus GST.
