FAQ (Frequently asked questions)
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Every child wants to learn! This was the secret that was revealed to Dr Maria Montessori, an Italian physicist, as she observed the children under her care. She then began to envision a method of education where peace, positive spaces and sensory learning would enable the children to learn naturally. The Montessori method focuses not just on academics, but on the holistic development of each child. It is a highly individualised learning methodology as it is child- centric and focuses on mastery of concepts through sensorial impressions. The child therefore works with his hands and chooses ‘work’ (materials and activities) that satisfy his hunger for learning and exploration.
There are Practical life activities that help the child for carrying out their daily needs in an environment that mirrors their home. The Sensorial, Language, Arithmetic and Culture activities help the child to understand concepts in Math, Science, Geography, Biology etc. in a concrete way. The method is based on observation of the child’s needs and has gained popularity all over the world!
The Montessori method is unique as it doesn’t involve the teacher being the centre of attention in the classroom. There is no large blackboard! Rather, the classroom has children of mixed ages working independently, socialising with others to carry out their work and moving from one task to the next with little to no interference from the trained adults. This independence and self-sufficiency are remarkably achieved in a Montessori environment because of the prepared environment that is so inviting, calming and comforting to the child.
The scientifically designed materials provide fodder to the child’s curious hands and the trained teacher observes the children, keeping note of their achievements and their needs. Here is an amazing education method, that has not only stood the test of time, but also is universal in application. As the method focuses on each individual child and is based on the inherent learning nature of every child, it has found success across continents and has brought forth some of the world’s most innovative thinkers and leaders.
Homeschooling refers to the decision taken by parents to educate their children at home. It enables parents to provide their child with a stress-free environment to learn independently and allows the child time to pursue goals at their own pace. There are several methods of homeschooling, but the Montessori method provides a structure of education that equips the parent with tools to teach their child. Within this structure, there is so much room for flexibility, freedom for the child to make decisions, thus enabling them to thrive independently. Homeschooling requires the parent(s) to spend quality time planning, preparing and facilitating the education of their child.
When you join EdSup’s Montessori Homeschooling courses, you will be provided access to videos, documents, curriculum, links, planners, schedules, tips and tricks, Do-It-Yourself ideas and almost everything under the Montessori/ Homeschooling/ Parenting sun! It’s your one stop source to facilitate your child’s education for the next 3 years or even more! As a trained Montessori guide with an aptitude to learn, I can assure you that there is so much content on Dr Montessori’s philosophy, her pedagogical methodology, latest tips and tricks from teachers and homeschoolers across the globe and ideas that make parenting the enriching and delightful experience that it should be. The module on Prepared environment takes you through each room of your house, providing you with storage hacks and even provides a list of supplies.
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There is sooooo much to discover in the Montessori world and I would love it if you do it at your own pace!
Please note that our Montessori Homeschooling Courses are online courses that have pre-recorded videos, documents and links (including curriculums with 300+ activities in the 8th module). Everything has been curated so that you can log in and access the lessons at any time. The courses are self-paced- That means you sip your cup of tea and watch the videos online or even read a lesson before sleeping! It’s completely your choice. Take notes, keep planning! We think that if you spend around 16 hours (no restrictions of when you should complete the course - can be over many weeks or months), you should be able to complete the course and its quizzes. We also provide personalized consultations for any doubts that you may have.
The Suggested curriculum included in the Homeschooling courses has details of activities that can be presented/provided for the next 2-3 years!
The Montessori Homeschooling courses & curriculum have life-time access for all those who enroll.
A huge part of the Primary/Casa environment (2-6- year- olds) is the Prepared Environment with all of the interesting and unique Montessori-based materials and activities. As a parent or teacher, it can be overwhelming to think about where to start or what to offer to the children? That’s where Edsup’s Suggested Curriculum (offered as part of the Montessori Homeschooling courses) comes into play! With over 300+ activities listed out based on my manuals, teacher blogs and the child’s needs and difficulties with learning, the curriculum provides a scope and sequence that you can fall back on when you’re looking at your child and wondering, ‘What next?’
The curriculum is not rigid and envisions the child’s development in phases, where one activity provides the base preparation for another, slowly building on the child’s existing skills. Each of the activities have links to videos/ presentations that are available for free on the internet. There are also links not only to shopping site options for the materials/printables, but also Do-It-Yourself (DIY) options that will take up a fraction of the cost (except for certain materials). Click on the links to open up into new webpages that you can explore further yourself!
The subject areas that are addressed include:
- Exercises of Practical Life: (Elementary movement, Grace & Courtesy, Taking care of oneself, Taking care of the environment)
- Sensorial: (Sensory based activities that stimulate/refine the senses and provide opportunities for the child to work with pre-math skills in geometry, arithmetic and algebra)
- Language: (activities to help the child write & read by using phonetics)
- Arithmetic: (activities that introduce Numbers from 1-10,000, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division)
- Culture (activities around Geography, Botany, Zoology)
- Art & Peace
- Music & Movement
After going through the Montessori Homeschooling course and having a look at the curriculum included, you will realize that Montessori involves a change in our thought process and conditioning and one actually does not require fancy toys and objects. The curriculum clearly explains the objective of all the activities and it is enough to keep in mind the direct and indirect aims while choosing work for your child. Montessori materials don’t require oodles of paperwork or ‘smart’ apps and toys. They involve simple, hands-on work using day-to-day objects and plain apparatus that stimulate the brain. Based on the aims of the activities, it is up to you to select the materials that will provide your child with opportunities to work on a particular skill.
The Personalized Consultation offers a 45 min-1 hour session where you can ask any relevant questions that you have on your mind and get the support you need on a one-on-one basis! The Initial package consists of 2 scheduled calls of 45-60 minutes each and costs INR 2,500 overall (but for those who enrol in the course, there is a 40% discount on the initial package)! Further calls can be scheduled at INR 1,500 each. These calls will involve mentoring, tips and tricks to create a prepared environment in a home of any size and to answer any queries regarding the course, curriculum, sourcing of materials etc.
Edsup provides consultancy services for content development, curriculum planning and professional development. We can also provide workshops for teachers, employees and parents to communicate the needs of the organization in a fun, engaging manner. We can also help with implementation of the Montessori methodology in mainstream schools.
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Homeschooling or not, every educator needs information to stay updated on the latest teaching techniques and trends. With the focus in schools shifting from rote learning to hands on work, multiple intelligences and individualized learning in inclusive classrooms, Edsup’s course and consultations can help in introducing Montessori based activities to children in the right manner and setting, by making changes that will strengthen students’ conceptual understanding of subjects in the long run.
If you’re a parent looking for gentle parenting tools, interesting activities to engage your child at your home, then this course and curriculum helps you do exactly that! As families grow smaller, it can be difficult to keep your child occupied 24 x 7. Moreover, you would like to offer the best parenting practices that have stood the test of time to your child. The quality time with your child can be spent in a meaningful way when you support their eagerness to explore by providing activities to their senses that not only keep your child occupied for hours, but also facilitate independence.
Understanding sensitive periods and four planes of development helps the busy parent stay clued into what your child is doing and what to expect in terms of their development. Moreover, if your child is at a Montessori school and the work they do and the terms used at school are a bit different, I hope this course will act as an encyclopedia of information at your fingertips!
This course does not officially certify anyone to work as a Montessori guide in a school. It is meant to empower and support parents/educators who want to provide quality education to their children.
We do have a beautiful certificate of completion that you receive once you mark all lessons as complete and answer all the quizzes in the course. This is not a diploma that will certify you to be a teacher or train teachers.
To learn more about becoming a certified, trained teacher with a diploma in hand, check out institutes like IMTC in India, MACTE-approved institutes around the world, as well as institutes offering diplomas that stay true to Dr Montessori's work.
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