Module Details

Module Code: EDUC7007
Title: Montessori Materials 6-9 years
Long Title: Montessori Materials 6-9 years
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2018/19 ( September 2018 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 1420 - Education Studies
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module is designed to introduce students to the educational materials, designed according to the principles of Dr. Montessori, used to teach children aged 6-9 years. Students will develop proficiency in the use of the educational materials used to teach content objectives, from the Primary School Curriculum, in relation to Language, Mathematics, History, Geography, Science and The Arts.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Discuss each curricular area and align with the strands and strand units of the Primary School Curriculum: Infants to 2nd class.
LO2 Discuss the rationale for the materials associated with each curriculum area (infants to 2nd class).
LO3 Demonstrate each exercise and place it in the continuum of exercises within the specific curricular area.
LO4 Apply knowledge to practice, to include lesson planning and making materials that match content objectives of the Primary School Curriculum.
LO5 Critically reflect on the knowledge(s), skills and competencies developed through the study of each curricular area (infants to 2nd class).
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
The Montessori approach to education in a primary school classroom.
Review how children develop concepts in each curricular area. Chart children’s progress from using concrete materials to the acquisition of abstract concepts. Promote cross curricular integration of subjects. Design schemes of work and lesson plans. State the learning outcomes for each area of the curriculum. Outline teaching strategies and assessment techniques. Devise relevant assessment modes to quantify knowledge, skills and competence of learners. Develop material to meet the content objectives of the Primary School Curriulum
Using Montessori materials.
Know the purpose of the exercise and how the knowledge gained can be applied in practice. Link exercises to the strands and strand units of the Primary School Curriculum. Learn to demonstrate all Montessori exercises under each curricular area. Knowledge of inherent sequence of exercises.
Skills development
Communication, analytical, problem solving, reasoning and research skills relevant to each curricular area; making material in line with Montessori principles; lesson planning; developing schemes of work; conflict resolution; positive behaviour management; documenting learning.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 25
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 3,4
Assessment Description
Skills demonstrations, of Montessori material presented in class, chosen from SESE and The Arts subjects in the Primary School Curriculum.
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 50
Timing Week 10 Learning Outcomes 1,2,4,5
Assessment Description
Portfolio work to include documents relating to planned teaching activities.
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 25
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 3,4
Assessment Description
Skills demonstrations, of Montessori material presented in class, chosen from Maths and Language subjects in the Primary School Curriculum.
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lab Contact Using Montessori material and developing material according to Montessori principles. Every Week 4.00 4
Independent Learning Non Contact Independent Learning. Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lab Contact Using Montessori material and developing material according to Montessori principles. Every Week 4.00 4
Independent Learning Non Contact Independent learning Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Montessori, M.. (1999), Montessori Method 2, ABC Clio Ltd, Oxford, Uk..
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Cohen, L & Manion L.. (2010), A guide to Teaching Practice, Routledge, London.
  • Kyriacou, C.. (2007), Essential Teaching Skills, Nelson Thornes, United Kingdom.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • CD/Web, Dept. of Education. (1999), Primary School Curriculum.
  • CD, Gov. Publications Ireland. Special Education Curriculum.
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_HMONT_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Montessori Education 5 Mandatory