Podcasts - School of Education

Parent's Choice

We talk with a parent, and learn why she chose Montessori for her three children, and how she and her children decided on the high school they would each attend.

Making Music

We talk about why music is important and how to integrate music into the Montessori classroom.

Cosmic Education - A Head of School's Perspective

We talk about Cosmic Education from the perspective of a head of school, learning about how she supports parents in learning about Cosmic Education, and teachers in their continued growth in Cosmic Education.

From Montessori Student to Teacher

We hear the Montessori story of someone who was a Montessori student, transitioned to a college prep high school, and then returned to Montessori as a teacher.

036 Learning a Second Language

We explore the value of learning a second language, why it is important, especially for young children, and types of activities that can support learning a second language.

035 Infants and Toddlers - Routines, Relationships and Independence

We explore Montessori for infants and toddlers, thinking about ideas like routines, relationships, and independence.

Bonus Episode - Adolescent Training From the Trainees Perspective

We learn about what is like to go through adolescent Montessori training from the trainees, hearing about what, how and why.

Bonus Episode - Playscapes on Location

We talk with a group of students at Xavier university who had the opportunity to explore a local playscape, and think about the benefits from the perspective of their discipline.

032 The History of Montessori and Music

In this episode we learn about the history of music in the Montessori philosophy, from Maria Montessori's initial exploration, to her work with colleagues, to the role of music today and beyond.

031 What is cosmic education - a teacher's perspective

In this episode we talk with a Montessori teacher about Cosmic Education, what it is, and how it is taught.