Normalization in the Montessori Environment
There are a lot of terms used in Montessori theory that are not
used in other preschool educational theories. It's a whole new language
that can take time to digest. Eventually the theories connect, everything meshes together and a
new vision of the child can be seen.
Normalization refers to the focus, concentration, and independence of the children, by their own choice. It means they have acquired the internal freedom to initiate work, be independent, and adhere (by choice) to the rules of the environment.
A well prepared Montessori environment facilitates the process of normalization by ...Read the Full Article
Normalization refers to the focus, concentration, and independence of the children, by their own choice. It means they have acquired the internal freedom to initiate work, be independent, and adhere (by choice) to the rules of the environment.
A well prepared Montessori environment facilitates the process of normalization by ...Read the Full Article
Posted by Montessori Print Shop at 8/4/2011 4:46 PM 
Categories: Montessori Theory
Tags: Montessori Theory normalization
Categories: Montessori Theory
Tags: Montessori Theory normalization
I love your characteristics of a normalized classroom. "In a normalized classroom you will see the following in the children: love of work, concentration, self-discipline, joy" So true! Thanks for the great read.
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