Infancy (0-3 yrs), Primary (3-6 yrs), Elementary (6- 12 yrs), AND Secondary (12-18 yrs)

Instructors: Michelle Thompson & Marlene Lee

Date: June 14-18, 2021

Time: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM (Half Day)

Location: Bethany Global University

During this course teachers will be introduced to the life and history of Dr. Maria Montessori with an overview of her theories and principles of incorporating faith with children – with an emphasis on learning the three important principles of the Montessori method in the classroom – learner, guide, environment. In addition, the teachers will gain knowledge of the five aspects or dimensions of child development and increase their sensitivity and understanding of the world of the child with an emphasis on spiritual faith formation. This course is a study of the purposes, methods, and instructional materials used in spiritual formation and development of the young child. This course is applicable to infancy, primary, elementary and secondary age children.