The Influence of Montessori Education on Children's Personality Development and the Way of Thinking

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The Influence of Montessori Education on Children's Personality Development and the Way of Thinking

Siying Liu 1 , Ailin Tian 2*
  • 1 Capital University of Economics and Business    
  • 2 Michigan State University    
  • *corresponding author tianaili@msu.edu
Published on 26 October 2023 | https://doi.org/10.54254/2753-7048/16/20231141
LNEP Vol.16
ISSN (Print): 2753-7056
ISSN (Online): 2753-7048
ISBN (Print): 978-1-83558-057-8
ISBN (Online): 978-1-83558-058-5

Abstract

This paper investigates the impact of Montessori education on children’s personality development and thinking patterns. Montessori education is a child-centered approach to education that emphasizes the child’s individual needs and interests, and encourages self-directed learning and exploration. The study aims to explore whether Montessori education can promote positive personality traits and enhance cognitive abilities in young children. The research is based on a literature review of previous studies on Montessori education and its effects on children’s development. The study adopts a literature review approach to explore previous research on Montessori education and its impact on children’s development, particularly on their personality and thinking patterns. The research draws on a range of scholarly sources, including academic journals, books, and online databases, to provide a comprehensive overview of the subject. The results of the study suggest that Montessori education can have a positive impact on children’s personality development, promoting traits such as independence, self-discipline, and creativity. Montessori education also appears to enhance children’s cognitive abilities, particularly in areas such as problem-solving, critical thinking, and spatial reasoning. The findings of this study support the effectiveness of Montessori education in promoting positive personality traits and enhancing cognitive abilities in young children. This research has important implications for educators and parents who are interested in providing children with an education that promotes holistic development and prepares them for success in life.

Keywords:

early education, Montessori education, children

Liu,S.;Tian,A. (2023). The Influence of Montessori Education on Children's Personality Development and the Way of Thinking. Lecture Notes in Education Psychology and Public Media,16,173-180.
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References

[1]. “Bloom’s Taxonomy of Cognitive Learning Objectives.” Journal of the Medical Library Association, vol. 103, no. 3, University Library System, University of Pittsburgh, July 2015, pp. 152–53.

[2]. Chen, A., & Guo, S. L. (2021). The Spread of Montessori Education in Mainland China. Journal of Montessori Research and Education, 3(1), 1+.

[3]. Lillard, A. S. (2019). Shunned and Admired: Montessori, Self-Determination, and a Case for Radical School Reform. Educational Psychology Review, 31(4), 939+.

[4]. Lopata, C., Wallace, N. V., & Finn, K. V. (2005). Comparison of academic achievement between Montessori and traditional education programs. Journal of Research in Childhood Education, 20(1), 5+.

[5]. Winnie Cheptoo Kamakil & Herbert Utz Verlag (2013), Play and Creative Drawing in Preschool: A Comparative Study of Montessori and Public Preschools in Kenya.

[6]. Maria Montessori, The Montessori Method——Scientific Pedagogy as Applied to Child Education in ‘The Children’s Houses’ with Additions and Revisions by the Author, New York, FREDERICK A. STOKES COMPANY, 168-171, 2012.

[7]. Xiying Lu (2022), An investigation of effective methods of using Montessori mathematics teaching aids to develop the quality of young children’s thinking.

[8]. Eugenia G Gkeka, Αthanasia Gougoudi, Louisa Mertsioti, Athanasios S Drigas (2018) Intervention for ADHD Child using the Montessori Method and ICTs.

[9]. Haines, Annette, “Montessori: Now More Than Ever.” Montessori Australia Foundation eArticle Issue 1, 1-3, 2007.

[10]. LAI Xiaoqian, The Problems and Solutions of Montessori’s Education in China, Textbook Guide, 2016(17):7-8. DOI:10.16400/j.cnki.kjdkz.2016.06.004.


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Liu,S.;Tian,A. (2023). The Influence of Montessori Education on Children's Personality Development and the Way of Thinking. Lecture Notes in Education Psychology and Public Media,16,173-180.

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References

[1]. “Bloom’s Taxonomy of Cognitive Learning Objectives.” Journal of the Medical Library Association, vol. 103, no. 3, University Library System, University of Pittsburgh, July 2015, pp. 152–53.

[2]. Chen, A., & Guo, S. L. (2021). The Spread of Montessori Education in Mainland China. Journal of Montessori Research and Education, 3(1), 1+.

[3]. Lillard, A. S. (2019). Shunned and Admired: Montessori, Self-Determination, and a Case for Radical School Reform. Educational Psychology Review, 31(4), 939+.

[4]. Lopata, C., Wallace, N. V., & Finn, K. V. (2005). Comparison of academic achievement between Montessori and traditional education programs. Journal of Research in Childhood Education, 20(1), 5+.

[5]. Winnie Cheptoo Kamakil & Herbert Utz Verlag (2013), Play and Creative Drawing in Preschool: A Comparative Study of Montessori and Public Preschools in Kenya.

[6]. Maria Montessori, The Montessori Method——Scientific Pedagogy as Applied to Child Education in ‘The Children’s Houses’ with Additions and Revisions by the Author, New York, FREDERICK A. STOKES COMPANY, 168-171, 2012.

[7]. Xiying Lu (2022), An investigation of effective methods of using Montessori mathematics teaching aids to develop the quality of young children’s thinking.

[8]. Eugenia G Gkeka, Αthanasia Gougoudi, Louisa Mertsioti, Athanasios S Drigas (2018) Intervention for ADHD Child using the Montessori Method and ICTs.

[9]. Haines, Annette, “Montessori: Now More Than Ever.” Montessori Australia Foundation eArticle Issue 1, 1-3, 2007.

[10]. LAI Xiaoqian, The Problems and Solutions of Montessori’s Education in China, Textbook Guide, 2016(17):7-8. DOI:10.16400/j.cnki.kjdkz.2016.06.004.