Montessori Research Library

An Explorational Study of Scientific Observation for Assessment via Dispositions and Dispositions in Action: A Survey of Montessori Teachers

FEATURED RESEARCH

An Examination of Implementation Practices in Montessori Early Childhood Education

An Association Between Montessori Education in Childhood and Adult Wellbeing

Aligning State Developmental Standards to Toddler and Early Childhood Montessori Practical Life and Sensorial Materials

Aligning Standards to Toddler and Early Childhood Montessori Practical Life and Sensorial Materials – Workshop – 2016 Conference

An Alternative to “No Excuses”: Considering Montessori as Culturally Responsive Pedagogy

Action Research in Montessori Classrooms – Workshop – 2017 Conference

Acquisition of English as a Second Language for Hispanic Immigrant Adults with Low Academic & Socioeconomic Levels in the U.S.A

Academic Performance and Social Competence in Conventional and Montessori Public Elementary Schools in the US according to Standardized Test Scores and Teacher Surveys. Chicago Case Study.

A Study of Montessori Education in South Carolina’s Public Schools – 2017 Conference

A Natural History of Repetition – Workshop – 2018 Conference

A Multistate Analysis of Public Montessori Programs

FEATURED RESEARCH

A Comparison of the California Public School and Montessori Elementary Curriculums

A Natural History of Repetition (Journal of Montessori Research, Vol. 5, No. 2, 2019)

A Reexamination of Implementation Practices in Montessori Early Childhood Education – 2019 Conference

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Researchers are increasingly contributing to the body of knowledge about Montessori education. In the AMS Research Library, you will find scholarly resources curated from a range of platforms.
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Dissertations and theses

vetted by college and university faculty for appropriate research methods and conclusions.

Peer-reviewed journal articles,

the foundation of scholarly research because they are considered to be the most rigorous and valid sources of information.

White papers

authored by members of the AMS Research Committee that address issues of importance to Montessorians.

Action research projects

reporting on research designed and conducted by practitioners to solve an immediate problem or improve their own practice.

Conference handouts

from research-related workshops and posters at The Montessori Event.

Research Library

Increasing Intrinsic Motivation and Reading Comprehension in Children

Ages 6 – 12, Montessori Practice, Socio-Emotional Learning,

Increasing Intrinsic Motivation and Reading Comprehension in Children
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Incorporating peace education into the school curriculum: Building empathy and self-worth while taking ownership over peace

Ages 6 – 12, Montessori Practice, Peace, Socio-Emotional Learning,

Incorporating peace education into the school curriculum: Building empathy and self-worth while taking ownership over peace
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Including Sensory Integration Materials in a Montessori Classroom to Improve Behavior Outcomes

Ages 2 ½ – 6, Ages Birth – 3, Early Childhood, Montessori Practice, Professional Development, Socio-Emotional Learning,

Including Sensory Integration Materials in a Montessori Classroom to Improve Behavior Outcomes
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Implications for Peace: Montessori Elementary Education

Ages 6 – 12, Elementary, Montessori Practice, Peace, Socio-Emotional Learning,

Implications for Peace: Montessori Elementary Education
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Implementing Service-Learning in Elementary E1 Montessori Setting

Ages 6 – 12, Elementary, Montessori Practice, Socio-Emotional Learning,

Implementing Service-Learning in Elementary E1 Montessori Setting
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Implementing Autonomy Support: Insights from a Montessori Classroom

Ages 6 – 12, Montessori Practice, Socio-Emotional Learning,

Implementing Autonomy Support: Insights from a Montessori Classroom
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Evidence Based Social Skills Interventions for Young Children with Asperger’s Syndrome and the Montessori Educational Method: An Integrative Review

Inclusion, Montessori Practice, Socio-Emotional Learning,

Evidence Based Social Skills Interventions for Young Children with Asperger’s Syndrome and the Montessori Educational Method: An Integrative Review
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Environmental Stewardship & Sustainability Education Pathways to Peace – Workshop – 2018 Conference

Ages 12 – 18, Ages 6 – 12, Montessori Practice, Professional Development, Socio-Emotional Learning,

Environmental Stewardship & Sustainability Education Pathways to Peace – Workshop – 2018 Conference
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Entrepreneurial Characteristics and Montessori Education – 2016 Conference

Ages 6 – 12, Montessori Practice, Professional Development, Socio-Emotional Learning,

Entrepreneurial Characteristics and Montessori Education – 2016 Conference
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Enhancing Place Based Learning through Montessori Going Out Experiences in an Elementary Classroom

Ages 6 – 12, Elementary, Montessori Practice, Professional Development, Socio-Emotional Learning,

Enhancing Place Based Learning through Montessori Going Out Experiences in an Elementary Classroom
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Empowering Adolescents: A Multiple Case Study of U.S. Montessori High Schools

Ages 12 – 18, Montessori Practice, Secondary, Socio-Emotional Learning,

Empowering Adolescents: A Multiple Case Study of U.S. Montessori High Schools
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Effects of Online Collaborative Learning on Student Engagement and Academic Success

Ages 12 – 18, Ages 6 – 12, Montessori Practice, Socio-Emotional Learning,

Effects of Online Collaborative Learning on Student Engagement and Academic Success
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Educators on Social Media: A Look Into What Montessori Teachers and Other Educators Believe About Intrinsic Motivation and Rewards

Classroom Assessment, Montessori Practice, Socio-Emotional Learning,

Educators on Social Media: A Look Into What Montessori Teachers and Other Educators Believe About Intrinsic Motivation and Rewards
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Breathing Room: Time and Attention Scarcity and the Place of Mindfulness in a Technology Rich Classroom

Ages 12 – 18, Ages 6 – 12, Montessori Philosophy, Montessori Practice, Socio-Emotional Learning,

Breathing Room: Time and Attention Scarcity and the Place of Mindfulness in a Technology Rich Classroom
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Beyond Good Manners: Gratitude and Student Engagement in Lower Elementary

Ages 6 – 12, Behavior, Elementary, Montessori Practice, Socio-Emotional Learning,

Beyond Good Manners: Gratitude and Student Engagement in Lower Elementary
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Montessori Research Library

An Explorational Study of Scientific Observation for Assessment via Dispositions and Dispositions in Action: A Survey of Montessori Teachers

An Examination of Implementation Practices in Montessori Early Childhood Education

An Association Between Montessori Education in Childhood and Adult Wellbeing

Aligning State Developmental Standards to Toddler and Early Childhood Montessori Practical Life and Sensorial Materials

Aligning Standards to Toddler and Early Childhood Montessori Practical Life and Sensorial Materials – Workshop – 2016 Conference

An Alternative to “No Excuses”: Considering Montessori as Culturally Responsive Pedagogy

Action Research in Montessori Classrooms – Workshop – 2017 Conference

Acquisition of English as a Second Language for Hispanic Immigrant Adults with Low Academic & Socioeconomic Levels in the U.S.A

Academic Performance and Social Competence in Conventional and Montessori Public Elementary Schools in the US according to Standardized Test Scores and Teacher Surveys. Chicago Case Study.

A Study of Montessori Education in South Carolina’s Public Schools – 2017 Conference

A Natural History of Repetition – Workshop – 2018 Conference

A Multistate Analysis of Public Montessori Programs

A Comparison of the California Public School and Montessori Elementary Curriculums

A Natural History of Repetition (Journal of Montessori Research, Vol. 5, No. 2, 2019)

A Reexamination of Implementation Practices in Montessori Early Childhood Education – 2019 Conference

Dissertations and theses

Peer-reviewed journal articles,

White papers

Action research projects

Conference handouts

Research Library

Increasing Intrinsic Motivation and Reading Comprehension in Children

Incorporating peace education into the school curriculum: Building empathy and self-worth while taking ownership over peace

Including Sensory Integration Materials in a Montessori Classroom to Improve Behavior Outcomes

Implications for Peace: Montessori Elementary Education

Implementing Service-Learning in Elementary E1 Montessori Setting

Implementing Autonomy Support: Insights from a Montessori Classroom

Evidence Based Social Skills Interventions for Young Children with Asperger’s Syndrome and the Montessori Educational Method: An Integrative Review

Environmental Stewardship & Sustainability Education Pathways to Peace – Workshop – 2018 Conference

Entrepreneurial Characteristics and Montessori Education – 2016 Conference

Enhancing Place Based Learning through Montessori Going Out Experiences in an Elementary Classroom

Empowering Adolescents: A Multiple Case Study of U.S. Montessori High Schools

Effects of Online Collaborative Learning on Student Engagement and Academic Success

Educators on Social Media: A Look Into What Montessori Teachers and Other Educators Believe About Intrinsic Motivation and Rewards

Breathing Room: Time and Attention Scarcity and the Place of Mindfulness in a Technology Rich Classroom

Beyond Good Manners: Gratitude and Student Engagement in Lower Elementary

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