A 6-week blended course of videos, readings and 1 live session per week. For all levels of Montessori educators. 15P.D. hours
Course opens June 20th- live sessions 7-8ET June 27, July 11, 18 25, Aug. 1, 8
Module One: Introduction to an Inclusive Montessori Classroom
- The what & why of inclusion
- The range of diversity in our classrooms- ASD, ADHD, Anxiety, SPD
Module Two: Introduction to Responsive Guidance
- The what & why of responsive guidance
- Understanding human tendencies in an inclusive classroom
- Key Principles for supporting diversity in learning and behavior
Module Three: Preparing Ourselves as Inclusive Teachers
- Relationship as the Most Powerful Tool
- Self-awareness & Self-regulation for Co-regulation
- Inquiry Observation as Our Guide
Module Four: Preparing Our Inclusive Environment
- The impact of the Physical Environment
- The impact of the Social-emotional Environment
- Creating a Culture of Belonging
Module Five: The Inclusive Instructional Environment
- Differentiated vs. Individualized Instruction
- An Introduction to Universal Design for Learning
Module Six: Progressing Toward Positive Inclusion
- Partnering with Families and Community Professionals
- Using the Montessori-based Universal Practices Checklist
- Progress is a Process
Christine Lowry, M.Ed. & M.A.
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