Assessing Outcomes of a Montessori Education

1.5 CPDs, Run Time 36:30

The American Montessori Society has identified eight unique outcomes that children should achieve as a result of an authentic Montessori education. What are these outcomes and what do they look like behaviorally in a Toddler, Early Childhood, or Elementary classroom? A classroom observation tool will be shared which can be used by teachers and administrators to assess if children are demonstrating these important outcomes. The types of data that can be gained will be presented with an exploration of uses for program assessment, staff development, and continuous school improvement.

Shannan Ake, MEd, has served as the director of education for a Montessori school and has taught at the Early Childhood and Elementary I – II levels for 25 years. She has varied experiences in presenting including “Framework for Creating a Child Support Team”. AMS credentialed (Early Childhood, Elementary I – II).

Mary Zajac, MEd, has been a faculty member of a Montessori school for over 25 years. She has served as a course instructor and a presenter and field consultant for the Early Childhood program. In addition to teaching, she has served as the director of education and head of school for many years. AMS credentialed (Early Childhood).

This webinar was originally presented at TME 2022.