Tina Patel of Albuquerque, New Mexico, started her first business after seeing the needs of at-risk youth in her community. That experience inspired her to found a Montessori school, then an intergenerational program with an elder care facility. Next, her sights are set on correcting what is wrong with communication and recordkeeping from birth to ...
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Notable Montessorians
Publication: Montessori for Elder and Dementia Care
Authors Jennifer A. Brush and Margaret C. Jarrell "show care communities how to create and sustain a team that promotes elders’ functional skills, independence, and identity by integrating the Montessori philosophy throughout daily life." ...
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An Interview with Joanna Ruth, creator of Fresh Montessori
"...behavior management isn’t a one-size fits all solution--solutions are dependent on each child’s situation."
Tell us about your professional background. I’m a registered early childhood educator, with a specialty in Autism and Behavioral science. I also hold a Montessori Casa certificate from a MACTE accredited program. I’ve had over 10 ...
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An Interview with Dr. Cameron Camp
"After observing the classroom and the students' behaviors, I asked, 'Could this be the solution for individuals with dementia?'"
Cameron Camp, PhD, Director of Research and Development at Center for Applied Research in Dementia, shares his groundbreaking work with the Post.
What is your professional background? I have a PhD in ...
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Montessori Educator Publishes First Book
Jackie Grundberg of Backpack Sciences debuts her first title, Teaching Montessori Science: 9 Practical Strategies to Engage Children in Hands-on STEAM Activities.
What was your professional background before discovering Montessori? After undergraduate studies, I was a wildlife biologist. Focusing on wildlife conservation, I worked in ...
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