Date of Award
12-2019
Document Type
Action Research Project
Degree Name
Master of Arts in Education
Department
Education, Montessori
First Advisor
Alisha Brandon
Department/School
Montessori Early Childhood
Abstract
The purpose of this paper is to bridge the gap between school and home environments through family education about Montessori philosophy and the importance of fostering independence. The study was conducted with eight families in the researcher’s Toddler class in Shanghai, China. The researcher derived data from observational records, logs, surveys, questionnaires, home visits, workshop evaluation forms and a semi-structured interview with parents. Families integrated the Montessori philosophy in their home by establishing a daily routine involving their child in simple tasks. An improvement in their child’s behavior, helpfulness and independence was noted by families. The accumulated evidence supports the importance of family education. The researcher would like to continue to follow up with the participants on the implementation of changes and keep track of the progress they observe their child is making at home. The study will guide the researcher in future practice with family education.
Recommended Citation
Mitu, Karen. (2019). The Effects of Family Education on Supporting Toddler Independence at Home and School. Retrieved from Sophia, the St. Catherine University repository website: https://sophia.stkate.edu/maed/336