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This research offers a theoretical comparative analysis of the Montessori Method and integrative teaching. Current trends call for incorporation of an integrative approach into educational practice. From the constructivists' cognitive perspective knowledge is constantly changing, and results from acting and thinking. Maria Montessori developed an approach which is intellectually challenging and motivating. It develops a creative, flexible, authentic and constructive personality. In this paper we focus on theoretical aspects of both Montessori Method and integrative approach and look for compatible elements. We pay special attention to effects of the Montessori Method on development of mathematical aspects of reasoning. Our argument is that preschool Montessori Method has the capacity to become the basis for an integrative school approach. This provides a smooth move from early childhood learning to school learning. We point to the similarity of learning goals. Also, we pay attention to features of productive environments created within these two Methods for mathematics learning. In the light of the analysis, we suggest common features of the Montessori Method and integrated curricu

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Author

Jasmina Milinković; Dragana Bogavac

Publisher

Juraj Dobrila University of Pula (ISSN 1846-1484)

Published

2011

Language

EN

Field

Social Sciences