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Open Door Montessori Overview (November 2024)

The Basics

Introduction to Training
Zoom Line for Group Support Calls
Open Door Montessori Mission and Values

WEEK 1 - Module 1

Introduction (Module 1)
Open Door Montessori: History
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Part A: Maria Montessori

Introduction
What is Montessori?
Quiz 1.1

Part B: Role of the Teacher

Introduction
Read: The Mindful Adult
5 Things a Montessori Teacher Does Differently
Quiz 1.2

WEEK 1 - Module 2

Introduction (Module 2)

Part A: Sensitive Periods

Introduction
Read: Child Development
Sensitive Periods (Birth - 6 Years)
Language Development (Infant / Toddler)
More on Sensitive Periods
Quiz 2.1

Part B: Freedom Within Limits

Introduction
What is Freedom Within Limits?
Quiz 2.2

Part C: Positive Discipline

Introduction
How We Can Prevent Toddler Meltdowns
Why We Don't Say “Good Job”, and What We Say Instead
Quiz 2.3

WEEK 2 - Module 3

Introduction (Module 3)

Part A: Prepared Environment

Introduction
Read: Prepared Environment
Morning Work Period
Infant Prepared Environment
Infant Classroom
Toddler and Preschool Environment
Toddler Classroom
Preschool Classroom
Classroom Photos (Toddler)
Quiz 3.1

Part B: Observation Part 1

Introduction
Read: Observations
Why Observations Are Helpful
How to Develop the Art of Observation
Quiz 3.2

Part B: Observation Part 2

Introduction
Skills Required to Observe
The Art of Observation
Quiz 3.3

WEEK 2 - Module 4

Introduction (Module 4)

Part A: Talking with Parents

Introduction
Five Goals of Effective School-Parent Relationships
Communicating with Parents
Quiz 4.1

Part B: Parent Conferences

Introduction
12 Tips for Successful Parent Conferences
Parent Conferences Prep
Quiz 4.2

WEEK 3 - Module 5

Introduction (Module 5)

Part A: CCOI

Introduction
Read: Respect for the Child
Foundational Skills: Concentration
Foundational Skills: Coordination
Foundational Skills: Independence
Key Concepts: Review
Quiz 5.1

Part B: Language Development

Introduction
Language Activities for the Outdoors
Language Activities
Quiz 5.2

WEEK 3 - Module 6

Introduction (Module 6)

Part A: Cognitive Development

Introduction
Read: Presentation of the Materials
How Montessori Materials Help Develop the Senses
Quiz 6.1

Part B: Executive Function

Introduction
Executive Function Overview
Executive Function & Self-Regulation
Quiz 6.2

WEEK 4 - Module 7

Introduction (Module 7)

Part A: Peace in the Classroom

Introduction
Read: Mindful Adult
5 Practices to Promote Peace
Multicultural Children’s Books about Peace
Quiz 7.1

Part B: Normalization

Introduction
What is Normalization
The Role Of The Teacher in Normalizing the Classroom
20 Ways to Achieve Normalization
Quiz 7.2

Part C: Nature

Introduction
How to Bring Outdoor Education
Practical Life, Botany, Zoology and Geography
Quiz 7.3

WEEK 4 - Module 8

Introduction (Module 8)

Part A: Work Mats

Introduction
Rolling a Rug
Carrying a Mat
Unrolling/Rolling a Mat
Quiz 8.1

Part B: Tolieting

Introduction
A Montessori approach to toilet training
Toileting The Montessori Way
Montessori tips for toilet learning (potty training)
Quiz 8.2

WEEK 5 - Module 9

Introduction (Module 9)

Part A: Spiritual Preparation

Introduction
Teaching with Montessori is Not a Race
Preparation of the Adult (Mindful Educator)
11 Practices To Become a Mindful Teacher
Quiz 9.1

Part B: Peace Education

Introduction
Grace and Courtesy - Practical Life
Don’t Force Children to Apologize

Part C: Inner Light of the Child

Introduction
Honoring the Light of the Child - Book & CD
Quiz 9.2

WEEK 5 - Module 10

Introduction (Module 10)

Part A: Greetings

Introduction
Greeting a Person
The Daily Greeting: A Respectful Routine
Introduction of One's self
Quiz 10.1

Part B: Food Prep

Introduction
Our Children's Montessori Kitchen
10 Montessori Food Prep Activities for Toddlers
Baking with Kids
Quiz 10.2

WEEK 6 - Module 11

Introduction (Module 11)

Part A: Access to Materials

Introduction
Yes, you can Montessori on a budget!
Montessori Child's Apron
How to do Montessori at Home on a Budget
Quiz 11.1

Part B: Making Materials

Introduction
The Life Changing Montessori Magic of Tidying Up
DIY Montessori Materials
Montessori Treasure Baskets
Work Ideas (Infants)
Quiz 11.2

WEEK 6 - Module 12

Introduction
Self Assessment/ Professional Goals
You Did It!

Unrolling/Rolling a Mat

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