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Observation and Movement Techniques in Montessori Method

Observation Techniques “Observation is the key to understand the child.” Observation is important in two aspects: the child and the environment. It makes possible to note down the needs of progress for each child, and gives opportunity for understanding both the nature and the character of the child. More than a technical skill, it is an active process. One should not mix the observation with record keeping. Observation gives us idea what child is interested and what the problem is. Furthermore, it helps us for planning the future and finding a way of supporting the child better. It gives a whole perspective about relations, language, culture, ethics, etc. We can recognize our own strength and weaknesses through observation, also. There are two ways of observation: ·          Take a chair and just record, there is no interaction. ·          While working with a child, keep observing the others. Her...