Montessori Schools

question 81

Multiple Choice

Montessori schools

• A) include multiage classrooms and teaching materials specially designed to promote exploration and discovery.
• B) undermine young children's motivation and emotional well-being.
• C) emphasize formal academic training and deemphasize social development.
• D) include repetition and drill by teachers who structure children's learning.

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Definitions:

Associative Play

A type of play in which children engage in separate activities but interact by sharing toys and commenting on each other’s behavior.

Parallel Play

Parallel play is a stage of childhood development where children play next to each other but do not interact directly, often seen in toddlers who are learning social skills.

Functional Play

A type of play in which children engage, using toys or objects according to their intended function.

Intellectual Stimulation

The process of engaging the mind and promoting thinking, often through exploring new ideas, problem-solving, and creative expression.