Montessori Teacher Training at GTT Academy

“Educate and raisethe masses, and thusalone a nationis possible.”
— Swami Vivekananda

Montessori Teacher Training with Practical Session

Montessori Teachers Training Course, at Global Teacher Training Academy (GTT Academy) is a comprehensive course that empowers teachers to expand their horizons and become trusted aides in learning. The course teaches you educational philosophies and sensorial studies, mathematics and child psychology in en emerging society. Teachers are taught about the challenges each student in the 2-12 years old category face.

Our goal at GTT Academy is to train aspirants wanting to become trained Montessori teachers with the help of Online, Distance programs and incorporating contemporary teaching techniques and methods.

Post Graduate Diploma Level in Montessori Teachers Training is an all inclusive,comprehensive course that deals with the Dr. Maria Montessori's methodologies and extensive with teaching styles in this particular school of thought. Over a century later, Dr. Maria Montessori's life's work and philosophy help us understand how children are the key to a more peaceful world. The Montessori curriculum helps build human connections, philanthropy, and an understanding that we are all interconnected and interdependent. In carefully- prepared learning environments and supported by their guides, children learn abstract ideas and are able to solve problems with materials that prompt self-correction. They strive to support the whole child, helping children at all stages of development become capable, independent, collaborative learners.

Today, in Montessori schools around the world, staffed with Montessori-certified educators called 'guides', continue Dr. Montessori's work. Montessori preschools focus on child-centered learning. ... By emphasizing the development of the child's intellectual, physical, moral, social and emotional development, Montessori schools help children become independent thinkers with a lifelong love of learning.

A pioneer in enabling children learn through meaningful experience, she is an inspiration worldwide to what is popularly known as the "Montessori schools". The course takes a extensive view at the Montessori Method and philosophy with an overview of its relevance and application in today's cyber age. The course takes an overall view of the philosophy and methodologies related to early childhood education world-wide and touches upon the psychology related to early childhood, before discussing in details the various aspects of the Montessori Method.

Enables you to become a full fledged, well trained Montessori teacher equipped with skills to meet the professional level in Montessori and new teaching thoughts and practices.
It will assist you to be fully qualified as a Teaching Assistant or Early Years Educator in any Montessori setup or school.
It covers all aspects of specialist support including planning the lesson, delivering, and reviewing the assessment strategies to support learning/teaching.
It provides an in-depth understanding of the knowledge and skills required when working directly with children.
It covers all aspects of specialist support including planning the lesson, delivering, and reviewing the assessment strategies to support learning/teaching.
It provides an in-depth understanding of the knowledge and skills required when working directly with children.
It will make you proficient in comparing the preschool philosophies.

Minimum eligibility criteria for taking up the course is successful completion of graduation under any stream. Both aspiring as well as experienced teachers are eligible to apply for this online/Distance course to learn the Montessori teaching methodologies.

Aspiring teachers: who want to begin their careers as an early childhood instructor.
Experienced teachers: of young children who wish to gain insight into the best way to individualize their teaching curriculum based on Montessori and modern methodologies.
Career changers: who want a shift in their career.
Entrepreneurs: who are interested in opening Montessori school.
Young mothers or Care givers: who want to be an effective educator at home for children.
Homemakers: who are looking to take up a job that will help in maintaining the work-home balance.

Phase 1. Principles of Education

Social Agency of Education
Family
School
Method of Education
Kindergarten
Play & Play way in Education

Educators

Rousseau
John Dewey
Rabindranath Tagore
Mahatma Gandhi
Teacher and her Qualification

History of Development of Primary Education

Ancient
Medieval
Modern

Phase 2. Dr. Montessori and her life

Montessori Method and how it originated
Personal and Social task of Man at Birth
Sensitive Period
The Child and Adult
Nature's Teaching
Observation and Discovery
The Teacher's Preparation
Spiritual Preparation
Value of Story-telling
Prejudices regarding the Child
Non-violence and the Child
Normalization through Work
Building of the House of Children

Phase 3. Child Psychology – theories and practice

Psychology and the Teacher
Principles and Methods
The Pre-natal Period, Importance of Conception
Physical and Motor Development in Pre-school age
Development of Motor abilities
Social Development in Pre-school years
Common Emotions of Early Childhood
Discipline, Types of Discipline

Phase 4. EPL (Exercises of practical Life)

Elementary Movements and Preliminary Activities
Montessori Practical Life Exercises for Self-Care
Montessori Practical Life Exercises for Environment Care
Montessori Practical Life Exercises for the Development of Social Skills, Grace & Courtesy
The Third Environment
Developmental Activities

Phase 5. Sensorial

The Purpose of Sensorial Work
Exercise Groups
The Designed Material

Phase 6. Montessori Apparatus

Sensorial Materials
Practical Life Exercises
Language
Prepared Environment

Midterm Assignment

Phase 7. Mathematics and Numbers in Montessori

Preliminary Activities
Sandpaper Numerals
Number Rods
Spindle Box
Cards and Counters
Odds and Evens

Phase 8. Language and Story Telling

The Components of Language
Preparation of the child to receive language
Storytelling

Phase 9. Music, Movement & Art

Introduction to Art
Stages of Art
Aims of Art
Classroom procedure of Art

Phase 10. Yoga and Nutrition

Nutrition and Food Requirements for Pre-school Children
Nutritional Requirements
Factors Affecting Nutritional Status of Children
Yoga for Children
Health Benefits

Phase 11. Computers

Computers in Montessori Classrooms
Evaluation of current uses

Phase 12. Methodology

a. Direct/Traditional Teacher Centered
i. Disadvantages of traditional teacher centered approach
ii. Pros and corns of traditional teacher centered approach
iii. Are traditional teaching methodologies still effective?
b. Hands-on / Inquiry Student Centered
i. How has inquiry-based learning developed since it first became popular
ii. Objectives of inquiry/hands-on, student centric approach
iii. What are the benefits of inquiry-based learning?
iv. Which is best: Teacher-Centered or Student-Centered education?
c. Collaborative/ Cooperative Shared Centered
i. Meaning of collaboration/cooperative approach
ii. Cooperative and Collaborative learning series
iii. Similarities and Differences between Cooperative and collaborative learning
iv. What are the benefits of cooperative and collaborative
v. How do cooperative and collaborative learning diverge from the traditional approach
d. Constructivist Teaching Methods

Phase 13. Development

a. Physical Development
i. Gross skill
ii. Motor Skill
b. Social development and emotional development
c. Intellectual development

Phase 14. School Administration

Planning and infrastructure
The recruitment process
Managing finances
Anticipating disasters

Phase 15. Instructional strategies and Class Room management

Creating the Right Classroom Climate
Effective teaching strategies
Evidence Based Teaching Strategies
Early Childhood Classroom Management
Language Teaching Strategies and Techniques
Strategies for Motivating Students in Mathematics
Instructional Strategies used for social study classroom
Educational Trends That Affect Teaching
Instructional Approaches That Support Inclusion in Diverse, StandardsBased Classroom

Phase 16. Educational Technology

Nature and scope of educational technology
Benefits of Technology Integration in the Education Sphere
Usage of Audio-visual aid in the teaching
Usage of PowerPoint in the Classroom
Usage of smart board in classroom

Phase 17. Mastering AI and Digital Tools for Modern Education

Bringing AI into the Classroom
Digital Tools for the Modern Classroom
Pros and Cons of AI
Writing the Right Prompt for Creating Lesson Plans and Presentations
Relevance of AI in Teaching
The Future of AI in Teaching
The Potential for AI to Revolutionize Teaching Methodologies
Ethical Considerations and the Importance of Human Oversight
Case Studies
The Importance of Embracing Technology While Maintaining a Human Touch in Education
Striking a Balance: Best Practices for Educators

Phase 18. Lesson planning and Evaluation (End term)

Creating a lesson plan
Evaluation: Meaning, Principles and Functions

At GTT Academy our courses are designed around the core teaching principles to help teachers continue their development and improve the lives of their students. GTT Academy offers well-tailored teacher training courses for aspiring as well as active teachers planning to upgrade to step into the world of early childhood education through Online and Distance learning mode.

Online Learning Mode

In Online mode, the course materials are sent to the students directly through email. They can access it and study whenever they want. This is the most flexible method of learning as the candidates who have time constraints can complete the course at their convenient time. Students both from India and abroad can avail this mode.

Course materials sent online through email.
Full Tutor Support
Online MCQ and Teaching assignments

Distance Learning Mode

In Distance mode, the candidates can have the study materials sent directly to their home addresses. After registering for a course the study materials are dispatched and the candidates are given a tracking link. In case of any problems, the candidates can contact our academic counselors who are dedicated to solving the problems.

Convenient Learning from Home
Tutor support.
MCQ (OMR sheet) and Teaching assignments

The Post Graduate Diploma Course In Montessori Teacher Training Course is an intensive 12 months program dedicated for aspiring as well as working teachers looking for skills and knowledge in early childhood education. This training program allows you to strengthen and learn those essential skills in Montessori Method that has been identified as one of the most popular and efficient training methods. The Post Graduate Diploma Course offers a complete, intensive knowledge, on the Montessori methodology in the conventional schools. This is the most advanced course for those who are interested in Montessori Teaching. The course material is designed to understand and implement the technology of Montessori. . You need eligibility criteria of completion of Graduation in any stream to apply for this online/Distance course to learn the Montessori Methodologies. You may avail this course for a reasonable fee of 20000 INR +GST or 325 USD along with tutor guidance and course material.

Global Teacher Training Academy (GTT Academy) stands out by offering teachers authentic, accredited certification through Apostille Certificates granted by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). These certificates, recognized globally, validate the credibility of educational documents, eliminating the need for additional embassy certification. GTT Academy simplifies the complex Apostille process, ensuring teachers receive internationally accepted certificates without hassle. This certification, accepted in 112 countries, enhances teachers' eligibility for global teaching positions. GTT Academy also provides transcripts detailing course content, further aiding job applications across various educational boards worldwide.

On successful completion of the course, globally recognized appostilled certificate will be awarded which will speak about your eligibility in this field of global teaching.

1.Apostilled Certificate from the– Global Teacher Training Academy

The apostilled certificate will be useful for a successful career as it will produce upper hand over other applicants for the teaching job. The apostilled Certificate will be valid internationally as well as nationally.

Our certificates do not specify the online or distance learning mode of study. This allows you to present your qualification with the same recognition as a traditional degree.

It's quite hard for an individual to do the apostille process on their own as it's not a direct process and there are different steps involved for each document type. At GTT Academy we provide the apostilled Certificate for legalization which can save your valuable time and energy.

Educational documents are documents that are proof of your educational history that deal with your academic performances and the courses accomplished over time.

Document apostille is required when there is need to eradicate the necessity of document legalization when going to the foreign countries for all sorts of reasons, for instance, obtaining employment visa or work visa, applying for temporary or permanent residency, or for pursuing education on student visa, carrying out deals for business expansion e.g. importing or exporting products.

Notary Attestation
Home Department Attestation.
HRD Attestation
SMD Attestation
Chamber of Commerce Attestation
MEA Attestation

The experienced trainers of GTT Academy assess and evaluate the progress of each and every student and provide feedback and suggestions accordingly so that each individual student may work on both their strength and weakness.

The trainers also assess the candidates to point out the fields in which they need to improve such as practice-teaching or the understanding of a particular topic.

The online tutor support is meant for resolving queries and problem solving, but also helps in guiding trainees in their chosen and charted career path.

Students can expect to get full co-operation, information and encouragement if they approach a tutor. This forms the core essence in our Institution.

The trainers guide the students extensively in completing their assigned projects. If, while completing the project a student faces a problem, he or she can get in touch with the trainer who will help the student immediately by providing tips on the subject. Students can contact their tutor from Monday to Sunday between 10 A.M to 7:30 pm by phone, email directly.

The trainees enrolling in any of the courses of GTT Academy can expect complete guidance from the experienced tutors of who are committed to helping the trainees to achieve their learning goals. Experienced tutors provide great support to the trainees and guide them through all the aspects of teaching giving valuable advice in every step of the way. They extend their tutoring support by sharing relevant information and answering questions related to the course content.

Tutors take help of the wide variety of methods or tools that educators use to evaluate, measure, and document the academic readiness, learning progress, skill acquisition, or educational needs of students.

At the GTT Academy we have experienced tutors that help shape the learning curve of the learners.

The assessments actually help trainees understand exactly where they are lacking and identify the room for change. Once the assessments are well documented and sent to learners, they will be awarded a globally recognized certificate that will fetch a lot of new job opportunities globally. Learners will be able to teach in an internationally accepted environment and gain recognition.

A lot of importance is given on the evaluation process and the tutors take a maximum of 7 to 10 days to evaluate the assignments. The trainees can expect a thorough evaluation in the form of errors being pointed out along with encouraging remarks which boost their confidence level.

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