Online AMI 0 to 3 Orientation Course

Online AMI 0 to 3 Orientation Course

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The AMI 0-3 Orientation Certificate Course is designed to provide an overview of the 0-3 child. It is useful for parents, guardians, and adults from all walks of life who are interested in child development in general, specifically for children under 3 years of age. The course offers an in depth understanding of Dr. Montessori's approach to education and an insight into the importance of observation. Course work will consist of lectures, readings, a few practical sessions, discussions, and guidance on some aspects of material making. The course highlights the important work of an adult as an assistant to the child's development.

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  • COMPONENTS
  • TRAINER
  • SCHEDULE
  • ELIGIBILITY
  • ADMISSION
  • FEE & PAYMENT
  • STUDY MATERIAL

Course Components

Theory Lectures

The course lectures will touch upon some of the main principles of Montessori education.

  • Montessori theories of child development
  • Development of language, movement and independence
  • Preparation and maintenance of the environment
  • Role of an adult in a child's life
  • Observation and its relevance
  • Freedom and Limits
  • Importance of Order
  • Toilet Learning
  • Importance of Food and Food Preparation
  • Grace and Courtesy
  • Importance of clothing to aid development in various stages
  • Music & Art for the young child
  • Preparation of Home Environment in various stages of development

Practical Sessions

The course also includes practical sessions.

  • Learning techniques for vocabulary building -the three-period name lesson
  • Material making guidance

Observation

Observation of child under 3 years is a requirement for certification. Students will need to do a total of 9 hours of Observation of children 0- to 3 years. They will be required to write observation notes of their observations. More details will be shared once the course begins.

Assignments

Students will need to submit written work at regular intervals during the course. These assignments will include 3 theory essays, and observation reports. All assignments must be completed in order to receive the certificate.

Attendance

In order to receive the certificate students must have 90% attendance. Students with attendance below 90% will not be eligible for an AMI certificate. For the online class please make sure you have a reliable internet service that allows for you to have your camera on at all times during class hours.

If the camera is switched off during class, please seek advance permission, citing the reason for the same, so accommodations can be made on a case to case basis. In the absence of any prior information or permission, the student may be marked absent for that session. 

Language

All lectures will be in English. Course work will be presented in English.

Certification

The AMI 0-3 Orientation Course Certificate is awarded to those who complete all the course requirements. In order to receive the AMI 0-3 Orientation Course Certificate, the applicant should:

  • 90% attendance. (Presence required for 14 /15 sessions)
  • Submit 3 essays as original assignments in own words.
  • Complete the required hours of observation and submit Observation reports.

AMI Trainers

Vibhuti Jain
AMI Trainer

Originally an MBA graduate, Vibhuti Jain became interested in Montessori education while volunteering at her son’s Montessori School. She earned her AMI diploma at the 0-3 level in 2009 from Hangzhou, China. Subsequently, she set up the first Infant Community in a school in India where she worked for 8 years. Subsequently she joined the Training of Trainers program in 2017 and was associated with TMI Denver, USA; Chongqing, China, as well as the 0-3 Seminars at Vic, Spain. She attained her Trainer status in 2022.

She has served as Director of Training for 0-3 Diploma courses at RTI Mumbai, India, at BMI, China, and more recently at MSC Lagos, Nigeria. She has also served as an examiner in diploma courses at 0-3 level and has conducted orientation courses at various training centers.

She is passionate about working in the area of 0-3 Montessori Education and strongly believes that this is the foundation for a better world. She currently lives with her family in Bangalore, India.

Course Schedule 

Course Venue, Schedule and Timings:

The Course will be conducted Online via Zoom. Google Classroom (GC) will be used for accessing and uploading assignments.

Dates: 5 weeks /15 online sessions as follows-

Start Date –7th January 2025. End Date – 11th February 2025

 

Week 1: 7-Jan-25, 9 Jan-25, 11-Jan-25,

Week 2: 16-Jan-25, 18-Jan-25

Week 3: 21-Jan -25, 23-Jan-25,25-Jan-25,

Week 4: 28-Jan-25,30-Jan-25,1-Feb-25

Week 5: 4-Feb-25, 6-Feb-25,8-Feb-25, 11- Feb-25.

 

 

Timings:  5-7:30pm IST with 15 min break

Total time: 60 hours plus 9 hours of observation

Synchronous-37.5 hours (Live sessions on Zoom)

Asynchronous -22.5 hours (Time outside of Zoom sessions)

Asynchronous time -22.5 hours (approximate break-up)

Readings-15 hours

3 period name lesson and material making guidelines-2 hours

Other assignments-6 hour

Eligibility

Candidates from all walks of life and from different professions are welcome. The course is open to anyone who wants to know more about the Montessori philosophy.

Admission Process and Details

Application

To apply, the following must be submitted:

  • Application Form duly filled - online.
  • One recent passport size photo has to be attached to the on-line application.
  • Proof of Nationality.
  • Please note, the course Fees need to be paid before filling in the form, as the fee payment transaction details are to be included in the form.

Fee & Payment Modes

Montessori Orientation for Ages 0-3 years

Fees due with the Application

Indian Nationals

Foreign Nationals

Total inclusive of GST*

19824.00

39648.00

If a student withdraws at any time, fees will not be refunded for any reason.
*GST Subject to change based on government regulations

The Course fees can be paid Online by Bank Transfer or by Demand Draft.
Indian Nationals may pay the fees by means of a Demand Draft in favour of The Montessori Training and Research Trust payable in Hyderabad. If paying online, please find the Bank details below.

Indian Nationals:
Account Name: The Montessori Training and Research Trust
Bank:   Union Bank of India
Branch:   Gagan Mahal Road
Account number:   013910011020411
IFSC CODE:   UBIN0801399
MICR CODE:   500026108
Swift code:   UBININBBOSH

Foreign Nationals may pay the fees by Bank Draft/Cashier’s Cheque in US Dollars (Pound Sterling or Euros equivalent to US Dollars) in favour of The Montessori Training and Research Trust payable in Hyderabad. If paying online, please find the Bank details below.

Foreign Nationals
Account Name: The Montessori Training and Research Trust
BANK: CANARA BANK
Branch: Somajiguda Branch, Hyderabad
Account Number: 30082010030180
IFSC CODE: CNRB0013008
MICR CODE: 500015126
SWIFTCODE: CNRBINBBBFD

Study Materials

Books and Stationery

The following books will be required for the Course. It is highly recommended that students read the relevant chapters as mentioned

Required Reading

  • Montessori, Maria The Absorbent Mind- Indian Montessori Foundation
  • Montessori, Maria Education for a New World- Indian Montessori Foundation
  • Montessori, Maria The Child in the Family- Indian Montessori Foundation
  • Montessori, Maria The Secret of Childhood- Orient Blackswan, Hyderabad
  • Montanaro, Silvana Understanding the Human Being (Relevant chapters of this book will be made available to the students)

Additional Reading

  • Montessori, Maria The 1946 London Lectures- Montessori-Pierson Publishing Company

Books published by Indian Montessori Foundation (IMF) will be available for sale at:

Bookmark4U
Mobile: +91 9121327373
Email: bookmark4uhyd@gmail.com

These books are also available on these websites-

www.amazon.in.

https://montessori-india.org/store/

Chapters required to be read before and throughout the course 

 

In order to take the maximum benefit from the course, it is suggested to read through these chapters before the course commences, as well as refer to throughout the course.

 

Preparation of the Adult

Montessori Maria, 1991, Education for a New World, Chapter13, What a Montessori Teacher needs to be, Kalakshetra Press India

Montessori Maria, 2014, The Child in the Family, Chapter10, The New Teacher, Kalakshetra Press India

 

 

Four Planes and Absorbent Mind

Montessori Maria, 2002, The Absorbent Mind, Chapter 3, The Periods of Growth, Kalakshetra Press India

 

Development of Language

Montessori Maria, 2002, The Absorbent Mind, Chapter 10&11, Some thoughts on Language, How Language calls the Child, Kalakshetra Press India

Montanaro, Silvana,1991, Understanding the Human Being, Chapter 10, The Development of Language, Nienhuis Montessori USA.

 

Development of Movement

 

Montessori Maria, 2002, The Absorbent Mind, Chapter 13&14, The importance of movement in General Development, Intelligence and the Hand, Kalakshetra Press India

Montanaro, Silvana,1991, Understanding the Human Being, Chapter 9, The Development of Coordinated Movement, Nienhuis Montessori USA.

 

Independence

Montessori Maria, 2002, The Absorbent Mind, Chapter 8, The Child’s Conquest of Independence, Kalakshetra Press India

 

 

Freedom and Limits-

Montessori Maria, 1991, Education for a New World, Chapter12, The Bugbear of Discipline, Kalakshetra Press India

Montessori Maria, 2002, The Absorbent Mind, Chapter 26, Discipline and the Teacher, Kalakshetra Press India

 

Prepared Environment

Montessori Maria, 2014, The Child in the Family, Chapter 8, The Child’s Environment, Kalakshetra Press India

 

Order

Montessori Maria, 2014, The Child in the Family, Chapter 9, The Child in the Family, Kalakshetra Press India

Montessori Maria, 2000, The Secret Of Childhood, Chapter 3, Orientation through Order, Kalakshetra Press India

 

Additional Reading

Montanaro, Silvana,1991, Understanding the Human Being, Chapter 5, The Meaning of Maternal Care, Nienhuis Montessori USA.

Montanaro, Silvana,1991, Understanding the Human Being, Chapter 3, The Symbiotic Life of the first 6-8weeks, Nienhuis Montessori USA.

Montessori Maria, The 1946 London Lectures, Chapter 18- Education for Independence