Models Of Early Childhood Curriculum

Question 1

Montessori Method

Answer 1

Child-centered (student-centered or learner-centered) approach to education.

Question 2

To be considered authentically Montessori, several components must be present:

Answer 2

• Multi-age groupings that foster peer learning
• Uninterrupted blocks of work time
• Guided choice of work activity

Question 3

Waldorf

Answer 3

1919 based on the ideas of Austrian educator Rudolf Steiner

Underlying principle: ROUTINE

The daily and weekly schedule follows a consistent rhythm, and teachers often remain with the same group of students for up to eight years, allowing them to form a trusting relationship

Question 4

Reggio Emilia

Answer 4

Developed by the townspeople of Reggio Emilia, Italy, during the 1940s

Students are in charge of their learning

Interest-based approach, consisting of projects reflecting the interests of the students.
Students are encouraged to be spontaneous and curious in their learning.
Teachers are there to guide students to create projects that reflect their pursuits. Children are encouraged to learn through mistakes rather than correction.

Failure is EMBRACED

Question 5

Project-Based Learning

Answer 5

Considers children to be in charge and teachers to be guides

Students work together with their teachers to negotiate, plan, and work through projects and to solve problems

Lessons focus on real-world connections and often use involve trips and projects to enhance the learning