The purpose of this action research is to implement a six-week Social Emotional Learning (SEL) unit amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The unit was delivered to 26 students, who are in first, second and third grade, also known ...

Previous studies have examined the effects of different forms of sensory input on young learners’ cognition. This study is based on theoretical models of coding, information processing theory, and depth of processing theory. ...

The purpose of this qualitative study was to identify the benefits that math manipulatives offer in Montessori and traditional environments in order to highlight the strengths of each setting and learn from each other. ...

Math fact fluency is a problem across the United States and it affects the success of many students. Math anxiety is a very real experience and considerations are to be made for this while also seeking to help students ...

The purpose of this study was to implement both intensive, oral phonological activities and motor activities to help children who are not retaining sound/letter associations using the Sandpaper Letters. This study took ...

The purpose of this action research project was to learn about early childhood Montessori teachers’ feelings and beliefs about mathematics and teaching math, and their awareness of current research regarding the importance ...

This qualitative phenomenological study focuses on the development of evidence-based writing skills in the upper elementary Montessori (9–12-year-old) classroom. This study traced the lived experience in the classroom ...

This purpose of this action research project was created to study the effects of a peace curriculum and how it can help mitigate a pandemic or a traumatic societal event. The study took place in a public Montessori School ...

Self-directed learning (SDL) has been gaining popularity in recent years, particularly with adult learners. However, research has indicated that it can be an effective means to educate younger students within a variety of ...

The purpose of this action research project was to study the implementation of practical life skills targeting school-specific skills. This study took place in a Children’s House classroom at a public Montessori school ...