Montessori education

Montessori = creativity unleashed | Judi Bauerlein | TEDxLivermore

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• published: 26 Jan 2015
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This talk was given at a local TEDx event, produced independently of the TED Conferences. Judi, a 40-year veteran in Montessori instruction, helps us explore the beauty that Maria Montessori brought to the world of education from the logic of a trained doctor and the heart of an attentive watcher. The value of being attentive, imbuing one's work and learning with worth, and honoring self and others creates a clear channel through which creativity can flow. These actions need not be limited to children in Montessori education - these principles can be practiced by anyone, at any time. A board member of the American Montessori Society, Judi earned the society's "Living Legend" award in 2010 for her life's work as a Montessori teacher and teacher-educator. Judi believes in the independence, self-confidence, and creativity of all students, and speaks passionately about the soul of a teacher, the importance of self-discovery, and the transformative power that a love of learning provides. About TEDx, x = independently organized event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)