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Montessori Mathematics Ages 3 To 6 :
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This 8 page paper discusses how Montessori mathematics takes the young child from concrete learning to abstract thinking in mathematics. The essay begins with Montessori's beliefs about the child under the age of 6, the materials presented to children and, in general, how the materials help the child make this transition. The principles for the materials are outlined. Two lesson plans are included: one that moves the child from concrete rods to understanding of the numerals and the other is the introduction of fractions. Additional comments further clarify how the Montessori materials help children make the all-important transition from the concrete to the abstract. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PGmontmt.rtf

Montessori Relationship Between Discipline And Obedience
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A 6 page paper that begins by defining and explaining discipline and obedience according to the Montessori philosophy. The paper comments on the materials, creating a favorable and prepared environment, freedom and independence, ground rules, mixed ages and other aspects of the Montessori philosophy. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PGmtsri9.rtf

Montessori, Piaget And Logico-Mathematical Knowledge
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A 7 page paper that begins by reporting Piaget's definitions of three types of knowledge and explaining logico-mathematical knowledge. Some of Piaget's other ideas, like adaptation, are discussed. The essay then turns to a discussion of Montessori and subsequently compares the two theorists. Examples of Montessori exercises are provided with discussions about going from concrete to abstract in learning experiences. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PGlgmpg.RTF

Montessori, Piaget, Logico-Mathematical, Liebeck
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An 8 page paper that discusses a number of topics beginning with how math is found in a young child's daily life. The other sections include discussions on logico-mathematical knowledge, Montessori's ideas about math in a child's life, Piaget's stages of development, assimilation, accommodation and equilibrium, Liebeck's ELPS model. The relationships between these different topics are include din the discussions. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: PGmnlgp.RTF

Montessori/Children 6-9
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A 5 page research paper that addresses the nature of children aged 6 to 9 years of age. The writer summarizes the theories of Maria Montessori on this age group and argue that her ideas have largely been substantiated by psychologist Jean Piaget. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khmon69.rtf

Montessori: Nurturing the Spirit
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A 3 page consideration of how the Montessori method nurtures a child’s spirit and, in turn, encourages learning. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPedMontSpiritual.rtf

Moral Development
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A 4 page paper that reports Piaget's stages of moral development but focuses on Kohlberg's theory. The dilemma Kohlberg offered children is reported and the six stages are reported and explained. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PGklmdv8.rtf

MORALE AND FACULTY RECOGNITION IN THE COLLEGIATE SETTING
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This 10 page paper discusses the problems with faculty morale in the university setting and what might be done to address the problem. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: MBedmorale.rtf

More Language Readings/Analyses
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A 5 page research paper that offers summation and analysis of 9 readings on bicultural education. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: khmlred.rtf

Mother's Perspective/Asperger Syndrome
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A 3 page book review on Echo Fling's book Eating An Artichoke, which is a personal journal of what it is like to raise a child who has Asperger Syndrome. The writer describes Asperger Syndrome and then focuses on the strategies devised by Fling to help her son. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khfling.rtf