Content of the Montessori AMI Diploma Teacher Training Program for Ages 3-6

Montessori Education Theory

1. Understanding the Montessori Educational Philosophy:
   • Emphasis on respecting the child’s natural development.
   • Exploration of the role and significance of observation in understanding and supporting children.
2. Sensitive Periods and Developmental Needs:
   • Deep understanding of the unique developmental characteristics of children aged 3-6.
   • Identification of sensitive periods and how to respond effectively to them.

Additionally, there are other related Montessori theoretical topics on child development.

The Montessori Classroom Environment (Ages 3-6)

1. Designing and Arranging Learning Spaces:
   • Creating an age-appropriate, safe, and stimulating environment.
   • Structuring the classroom to encourage exploration, independence, and creativity.
2. Preparing the "Prepared Environment":
   • Implementing the principles of a Montessori-prepared environment.
   • Supporting children’s autonomy and engagement through intentional material placement and organization.

Practical Life Activities

1. Teaching Life Skills:
   • Supporting children in developing self-care abilities, care for their environment, and positive social interactions.
2. Developing Activities and Materials:
   • Creating engaging and purposeful tasks that build children’s confidence and basic life skills.
   • Encouraging responsibility and independence in daily life routines.

Sensorial Education

1. Stimulating the Senses:
   • Utilizing Montessori materials to refine sensory perception through hands-on learning activities.
2. Building Cognitive Abilities:
   • Developing skills in differentiation, classification, and recognition to enhance cognitive and sensory integration.

Language Education

1. Fostering Communication Skills:
   • Encouraging children to develop reading, writing, and verbal communication abilities.
2. Supporting Expression:
   • Facilitating activities that help children articulate ideas, feelings, and creative thoughts through language.

Mathematics Education

1. Introducing Mathematical Concepts:
   • Guiding children in understanding arithmetic, geometry, and basic calculations through concrete materials.
2. Enhancing Logical Thinking:
   • Promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
   • Inspiring an appreciation for mathematics through exploration and discovery.

Teaching Practice and Material Creation

1. Developing Montessori Teaching Tools:
   • Designing and creating materials tailored to the developmental stages of children aged 3-6.
2. Hands-On Practice and Observation:
   • Practicing effective observation techniques to understand children’s needs.
   • Applying observation data to adapt and improve teaching methods.

Course Completion Requirements

1. Observation Hours:
   • A total of 90 hours dedicated to observing children in various Montessori settings.
2. Teaching Practice:
   • Completing 120 hours of hands-on teaching practice in Montessori environments.
3. Assignments:
   • Developing comprehensive albums and creating Montessori teaching tools and manuals.
4. Assessments:
   • Successfully completing written and oral exams.

Program Outcome

This program offers a balance of theoretical depth and practical application. It prepares participants to effectively support children during their formative years and fosters the development of highly skilled and compassionate Montessori educators

Sincerely,
Montessori Vietnam Education.