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	==Background==		==Background==
	===Overview===		===Overview===
	As with many other areas, it is possible that '''Casa dei Bambini''' was among the first to bring forth at least some minor level of Science content to the Preschool. ~~Even~~ today, Science ~~appears~~ to be of lesser import when it comes to ~~assigning priorities for~~ preschool education. It has been argued that "teachers’ personal and professional knowledge of math, science, and technology" influence this and ~~other limitations of~~ preschool, and other levels. Was it that Dr. Montessori's background as a medical doctor helped her see Science belongs in preschool, when other educators didn't?		====What is STEM====
			{{Quote \| In the United States, the acronym began to be used in education and immigration debates in initiatives to begin to address the perceived lack of qualified candidates for high-tech jobs. It also addresses concern that the subjects are often taught in isolation, instead of as an integrated curriculum.\|Wikipedia\|STEM fields\|Jan 2014}}

			*STEM as a buzzword, especially within the context of education, is all over the web
			*Yet there is not much agreement on what STEM actually means, though a general acceptance exists that it is something important - but mostly for older students
			*It is likely that montessori preschool practitioners are actually doing more STEM, better, than most other environments for other ages

			As with many other areas where Montessori was an innovative leader in Education, it is possible that her ''Casa dei Bambini'' was among the first to bring forth at least some minor level of relevant Science content to the Preschool environment. Yet, even today, Science and other STEM arts appear to be of lesser import when it comes to designing preschool education. It has been argued that "teachers’ personal and professional knowledge of math, science, and technology" influence this and set limitats to what can be achieved within the preschool, and also in other levels. Was it that Dr. Montessori's background as a medical doctor helped her see that Science belongs in preschool, when other educators didn't? Aren't activities like [[Land_and_Water_Form_Trays\|Land and Water]] powerful STEM activities already, in common use among Montessorians way before STEM was "invented"?

	STEM education is receiving much attention lately. The National Academy of Sciences, in the President's State of the Union Address two year running... Also, even though funding is still insufficient, preschool education, even including new montessori initiatives, is still a priority of the public and private education decision-makers and other initiatives. Yet, STEM+montessori is almost unheard of.		STEM education is receiving much attention lately. The National Academy of Sciences, in the President's State of the Union Address two year running... Also, even though funding is still insufficient, preschool education, even including new montessori initiatives, is still a priority of the public and private education decision-makers and other initiatives. Yet, STEM+montessori is almost unheard of.
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	===Montessori STEM today===		===Montessori STEM today===
	{{Quote \| In the United States, the acronym began to be used in education and immigration debates in initiatives to begin to address the perceived lack of qualified candidates for high-tech jobs. It also addresses concern that the subjects are often taught in isolation, instead of as an integrated curriculum.\|Wikipedia\|STEM fields\|Jan 2014}}

	*STEM as a buzzword, especially within the context of education, is all over the web
	*A web search in January 2014 came up with not a single provider of '''montessori STEM''' materials, and only one for '''preschool STEM'''. While it can be said that STEM resources do not need to be labelled as such to be used, and the same goes for montessori, it is telling that STEM montessori is far, far away from being something people are addressing in a practical manner.		*A web search in January 2014 came up with not a single provider of '''montessori STEM''' materials, and only one for '''preschool STEM'''. While it can be said that STEM resources do not need to be labelled as such to be used, and the same goes for montessori, it is telling that STEM montessori is far, far away from being something people are addressing in a practical manner.
	*That same web search came up with many, many pages talking about STEM. A much lesser number, but still quite a few, mentioned "STEM montessori" as a concept, or even as the name of several schools. A cursory look at what some of those schools are doing was rather discouraging - they seemed, at best, to be adding more Science content, but still isolated from other "subjects", or else offered montessori only for preschool levels, and STEM starting in 4th grade, apparently separate from each other.		*That same web search came up with many, many pages talking about STEM. A much lesser number, but still quite a few, mentioned "STEM montessori" as a concept, or even as the name of several schools. A cursory look at what some of those schools are doing was rather discouraging - they seemed, at best, to be adding more Science content, but still isolated from other "subjects", or else offered montessori only for preschool levels, and STEM starting in 4th grade, apparently separate from each other.

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	*Fox Valley Montessori School indicates they are the first Montessori STEM program in Illinois.		*Fox Valley Montessori School indicates they are the first Montessori STEM program in Illinois.

	* One outstanding "STEM montessori" mention comes from St. Catherine University, Minnesota, offering several programs for training teachers, ~~and also boasting~~ the "National Center for STEM Elementary Education". There is specific indication that they are unique in the country, showcase hands-on activities, mention being inquiry-based, also team-teaching (pairing STEM and education specialists for developing curricula), but otherwise make available very little as to the specifics of their programs, which appear to be still separate-subject based. An extensive list of literature ~~in their site~~ regarding STEM and why it is important ~~lacks for the most part access to the actual document beyond the titles, and there appears to be no access to actual content from~~ their ~~courses~~.		* One outstanding "STEM montessori" mention comes from St. Catherine University, Minnesota, offering several programs for training teachers, being headquarters for the "National Center for STEM Elementary Education". There is specific indication that they are unique in the country, showcase hands-on activities, mention being inquiry-based, also team-teaching (pairing STEM and education specialists for developing curricula), but otherwise make available very little as to the specifics of their programs, which appear to be still separate-subject based, as there appears to be no access to actual content from their courses, materials, curricula. An extensive list of literature regarding STEM and why it is important is available in their site.

	==How to==		==How to==
	*STEM is about '''integrating''' Science, Technology, Engineering, Math - and also other sciences and fields.		*STEM is about '''integrating''' Science, Technology, Engineering, Math - and also other sciences and fields.
	::Contrast this with keeping them as separate, specialized subjects		::Contrast this with keeping them as separate, specialized subjects, disciplines or "courses"

	*Hands-on is seen as necessary for STEM success		*Hands-on is seen as necessary for STEM success
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	::such as Engineering, of course integrated to the others		::such as Engineering, of course integrated to the others
	*one concept that will make the greatest difference is to see Science beyond mere data. The process, method of inquiry. Observation, inference, and experimentation.		*one concept that will make the greatest difference is to see Science beyond mere data. The process, method of inquiry. Observation, inference, and experimentation.
	::again, this is likely to be already common in our practice, while ~~unusual~~ elsewhere		::again, this is likely to be already common in our montessori practice, while less common elsewhere. Actually, it is the very basis of the Montessori class dynamic, as the Director observes the child and provides the necessary venues for his development based on the scientific method. Yet, this method being part of the child's activity, and to which extent it becomes something ingrained probably has an enormous degree of variation from one montessori class and school to another.

	==Other Resources==		==Other Resources==
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	*[http://hatchearlylearning.com/stem-kit-preschool-kindergarten/ Hatch STEM kits] $289.99, including courses		*[http://hatchearlylearning.com/stem-kit-preschool-kindergarten/ Hatch STEM kits] $289.99, including courses
	*[[User:1montessori]] wants to specialize in STEM montessori, but does not yet offer products specific		*[[User:1montessori]] wants to specialize in STEM montessori, but does not yet offer products specific

			[[category:Montessori Innovation]]

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Overview

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	==Background==		==Background==
	===Overview===		===Overview===
	As with many other areas, it is possible that '''Casa dei Bambini''' was among the first to bring forth at least some minor level of Science content to the Preschool. Even today, Science appears to ~~have a~~ lesser ~~role~~ when it comes to ~~designing the~~ priorities for preschool education. It has been argued that "teachers’ personal and professional knowledge of math, science, and technology" influence this and other limitations of preschool, and other levels. Was it that Dr. Montessori's background as a medical doctor helped see ~~farther than~~ other educators?		As with many other areas, it is possible that '''Casa dei Bambini''' was among the first to bring forth at least some minor level of Science content to the Preschool. Even today, Science appears to be of lesser import when it comes to assigning priorities for preschool education. It has been argued that "teachers’ personal and professional knowledge of math, science, and technology" influence this and other limitations of preschool, and other levels. Was it that Dr. Montessori's background as a medical doctor helped her see Science belongs in preschool, when other educators didn't?

	STEM education is receiving much attention lately. National Academy of Sciences, the President's State of the Union Address two year running... Also, even though funding is still insufficient, preschool education, even including new montessori initiatives, is still a priority of the public and private education decision-makers and other initiatives.		STEM education is receiving much attention lately. The National Academy of Sciences, in the President's State of the Union Address two year running... Also, even though funding is still insufficient, preschool education, even including new montessori initiatives, is still a priority of the public and private education decision-makers and other initiatives. Yet, STEM+montessori is almost unheard of.

			It could be said that montessori-type schools already do more than many when it comes to STEM-like content and practice, and also that they do integrate this within a more holistic curriculum, but it would not be hard to prove that much more should be done, and that it could be done in ways that would fit within current frameworks, rely on the same educators with extraordinary additional training beyond what they get regularly, and be affordable.

	It could be said that montessori-type schools already do more than many as to STEM-like content, and also that they do integrate it within a more holistic curriculum, but it would not be hard to prove that much more should be done, and that it could be done in ways that would fit within current frameworks, rely on the same educators with no additional training beyond what they get regularly, and in an affordable way.
	===Montessori STEM today===		===Montessori STEM today===
	{{Quote \| In the United States, the acronym began to be used in education and immigration debates in initiatives to begin to address the perceived lack of qualified candidates for high-tech jobs. It also addresses concern that the subjects are often taught in isolation, instead of as an integrated curriculum.\|Wikipedia\|STEM fields\|Jan 2014}}		{{Quote \| In the United States, the acronym began to be used in education and immigration debates in initiatives to begin to address the perceived lack of qualified candidates for high-tech jobs. It also addresses concern that the subjects are often taught in isolation, instead of as an integrated curriculum.\|Wikipedia\|STEM fields\|Jan 2014}}

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How to

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	*adding activities and resources from disciplines not usually considered in montessori		*adding activities and resources from disciplines not usually considered in montessori
	::such as Engineering, of course integrated to the others		::such as Engineering, of course integrated to the others
	*one concept that will make the greatest difference is to see Science beyond mere data. The process, method of inquiry, ~~the experiment~~		*one concept that will make the greatest difference is to see Science beyond mere data. The process, method of inquiry. Observation, inference, and experimentation.
	::again, this is likely to be already common in our practice, while unusual elsewhere		::again, this is likely to be already common in our practice, while unusual elsewhere

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Montessori STEM today: minor fixes

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	*STEM as a buzzword, especially within the context of education, is all over the web		*STEM as a buzzword, especially within the context of education, is all over the web
	*A web search in January 2014 came up with not a single provider of '''montessori STEM''' materials, and only one for '''preschool STEM'''. While it can be said that STEM resources do not need to be labelled as such to be used, and the same goes for montessori, it is telling that STEM montessori is far, far away from being something people are addressing in a practical manner.		*A web search in January 2014 came up with not a single provider of '''montessori STEM''' materials, and only one for '''preschool STEM'''. While it can be said that STEM resources do not need to be labelled as such to be used, and the same goes for montessori, it is telling that STEM montessori is far, far away from being something people are addressing in a practical manner.
	*That same web search came up with many, many pages talking about STEM. A much lesser number, but still quite a few, mentioned "STEM montessori" as a concept, or even as the name of several schools. A cursory look at what ~~several~~ of those schools are doing was rather discouraging - they seemed, at best, to be adding more Science content, but still isolated from other "subjects", or else offered montessori only for preschool levels, and STEM starting in 4th grade, apparently separate from each other.		*That same web search came up with many, many pages talking about STEM. A much lesser number, but still quite a few, mentioned "STEM montessori" as a concept, or even as the name of several schools. A cursory look at what some of those schools are doing was rather discouraging - they seemed, at best, to be adding more Science content, but still isolated from other "subjects", or else offered montessori only for preschool levels, and STEM starting in 4th grade, apparently separate from each other.
	*Fox Valley Montessori School indicates they are the first Montessori STEM program in Illinois.		*Fox Valley Montessori School indicates they are the first Montessori STEM program in Illinois.

	* One ~~interesting~~ "STEM montessori" mention comes from St. Catherine University, Minnesota, offering several programs for training teachers, and also boasting the "National Center for STEM Elementary Education". There is specific indication that they are unique in the country, showcase hands-on activities, mention being inquiry-based, also team-teaching (pairing STEM and education specialists for developing curricula), but otherwise ~~offer~~ very little as to the specifics of their programs, which appear to be still separate-subject based. An extensive list of literature lacks for the most part access to the actual ~~content~~ beyond the titles, and there appears to be no access to actual content from their courses.		* One outstanding "STEM montessori" mention comes from St. Catherine University, Minnesota, offering several programs for training teachers, and also boasting the "National Center for STEM Elementary Education". There is specific indication that they are unique in the country, showcase hands-on activities, mention being inquiry-based, also team-teaching (pairing STEM and education specialists for developing curricula), but otherwise make available very little as to the specifics of their programs, which appear to be still separate-subject based. An extensive list of literature in their site regarding STEM and why it is important lacks for the most part access to the actual document beyond the titles, and there appears to be no access to actual content from their courses.

	==How to==		==How to==

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	Maybe the easiest way to enhance STEM in usual montessori practice would be to		Maybe the easiest way to enhance STEM in usual montessori practice would be to
	*make an explicit emphasis on integrating those disciplines within normal, daily activities		*make an explicit emphasis on integrating those disciplines within normal, daily activities
	*adding activities and resources from disciplines not usually considered in montessori, such as Engineering, of course integrated to the others		*adding activities and resources from disciplines not usually considered in montessori
			::such as Engineering, of course integrated to the others
			*one concept that will make the greatest difference is to see Science beyond mere data. The process, method of inquiry, the experiment
			::again, this is likely to be already common in our practice, while unusual elsewhere

	==Other Resources==		==Other Resources==

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	==How to==		==How to==
			*STEM is about '''integrating''' Science, Technology, Engineering, Math - and also other sciences and fields.
			::Contrast this with keeping them as separate, specialized subjects

			*Hands-on is seen as necessary for STEM success
			::Hands-on as the way to educational success is no news for montessori practitioners.

			It is likely that most montessori educators are doing already some STEM, even though they were not aware of it by that name!

			Maybe the easiest way to enhance STEM in usual montessori practice would be to
			*make an explicit emphasis on integrating those disciplines within normal, daily activities
			*adding activities and resources from disciplines not usually considered in montessori, such as Engineering, of course integrated to the others

	==Other Resources==		==Other Resources==

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	{{Quote \| In the United States, the acronym began to be used in education and immigration debates in initiatives to begin to address the perceived lack of qualified candidates for high-tech jobs. It also addresses concern that the subjects are often taught in isolation, instead of as an integrated curriculum.\|Wikipedia\|STEM fields\|Jan 2014}}

	STEM montessori calls for an integrated emphasis on STEM thinking and content within the montessori environment.		STEM montessori calls for an integrated emphasis on STEM thinking and content within the montessori environment.
			==Background==
	===Overview===		===Overview===
	As with many other areas, it is possible that '''Casa dei Bambini''' was among the first to bring forth at least some minor level of Science content to the Preschool. Even today, Science appears to have a lesser role when it comes to designing the priorities for preschool education. It has been argued that "teachers’ personal and professional knowledge of math, science, and technology" influence this and other limitations of preschool, and other levels. Was it that Dr. Montessori's background as a medical doctor helped see farther than other educators?		As with many other areas, it is possible that '''Casa dei Bambini''' was among the first to bring forth at least some minor level of Science content to the Preschool. Even today, Science appears to have a lesser role when it comes to designing the priorities for preschool education. It has been argued that "teachers’ personal and professional knowledge of math, science, and technology" influence this and other limitations of preschool, and other levels. Was it that Dr. Montessori's background as a medical doctor helped see farther than other educators?
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	It could be said that montessori-type schools already do more than many as to STEM-like content, and also that they do integrate it within a more holistic curriculum, but it would not be hard to prove that much more should be done, and that it could be done in ways that would fit within current frameworks, rely on the same educators with no additional training beyond what they get regularly, and in an affordable way.		It could be said that montessori-type schools already do more than many as to STEM-like content, and also that they do integrate it within a more holistic curriculum, but it would not be hard to prove that much more should be done, and that it could be done in ways that would fit within current frameworks, rely on the same educators with no additional training beyond what they get regularly, and in an affordable way.
	===Montessori STEM today===		===Montessori STEM today===
			{{Quote \| In the United States, the acronym began to be used in education and immigration debates in initiatives to begin to address the perceived lack of qualified candidates for high-tech jobs. It also addresses concern that the subjects are often taught in isolation, instead of as an integrated curriculum.\|Wikipedia\|STEM fields\|Jan 2014}}

	*STEM as a buzzword, especially within the context of education, is all over the web		*STEM as a buzzword, especially within the context of education, is all over the web
	*A web search in January 2014 came up with not a single provider of '''montessori STEM''' materials, and only one for '''preschool STEM'''. While it can be said that STEM resources do not need to be labelled as such to be used, and the same goes for montessori, it is telling that STEM montessori is far, far away from being something people are addressing in a practical manner.		*A web search in January 2014 came up with not a single provider of '''montessori STEM''' materials, and only one for '''preschool STEM'''. While it can be said that STEM resources do not need to be labelled as such to be used, and the same goes for montessori, it is telling that STEM montessori is far, far away from being something people are addressing in a practical manner.
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	* One interesting "STEM montessori" mention comes from St. Catherine University, Minnesota, offering several programs for training teachers, and also boasting the "National Center for STEM Elementary Education". There is specific indication that they are unique in the country, showcase hands-on activities, mention being inquiry-based, also team-teaching (pairing STEM and education specialists for developing curricula), but otherwise offer very little as to the specifics of their programs, which appear to be still separate-subject based. An extensive list of literature lacks for the most part access to the actual content beyond the titles, and there appears to be no access to actual content from their courses.		* One interesting "STEM montessori" mention comes from St. Catherine University, Minnesota, offering several programs for training teachers, and also boasting the "National Center for STEM Elementary Education". There is specific indication that they are unique in the country, showcase hands-on activities, mention being inquiry-based, also team-teaching (pairing STEM and education specialists for developing curricula), but otherwise offer very little as to the specifics of their programs, which appear to be still separate-subject based. An extensive list of literature lacks for the most part access to the actual content beyond the titles, and there appears to be no access to actual content from their courses.

			==How to==

			==Other Resources==

	===See Also===		===See Also===

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	*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/STEM_fields STEM fields] article in Wikipedia		*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/STEM_fields STEM fields] article in Wikipedia
	*[http://stem.stkate.edu/elementary/montessori.php STEM for Montessori Teachers] St. Catherine University		*[http://stem.stkate.edu/elementary/montessori.php STEM for Montessori Teachers] St. Catherine University
	*[http://stem.stkate.edu/basics/research.php St.Kate's ~~references~~] alas, few or no links to actual academic or training materials		*[http://stem.stkate.edu/basics/research.php St.Kate's research and papers] alas, few or no links to actual academic or training materials
			===Where to buy===
			Of course, many Science and Math materials are quite suitable for STEM activities. This section links only those that are specifically labelled as STEM, and seen as suitable for the montessori and Preschool environments.

			Factors for considering a specific resource to be ''STEM montessori'' is that they incorporate an integral/holistic approach with the STEM fields, and be hands-on in the spirit of montessori practices

			*[http://hatchearlylearning.com/stem-kit-preschool-kindergarten/ Hatch STEM kits] $289.99, including courses
			*[[User:1montessori]] wants to specialize in STEM montessori, but does not yet offer products specific

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	*STEM as a buzzword, especially within the context of education, is all over the web		*STEM as a buzzword, especially within the context of education, is all over the web
	*Yet there is not much agreement on what STEM actually means, though a general acceptance exists that it is something important - but mostly ~~for~~ older students		*Yet there is not much agreement on what STEM actually means, though a general acceptance exists that it is something important - but mostly addressed to older students
	*It is likely that montessori preschool practitioners are actually doing more STEM, better, than most other environments for other ages		*It is likely that montessori preschool practitioners are actually doing more STEM, better, than most other educational environments for other ages

	As with many other areas where Montessori was an innovative leader in Education, it is possible that her ''Casa dei Bambini'' was among the first to bring forth at least some minor level of relevant Science content to the Preschool environment. Yet, even today, Science and other STEM arts appear to be of lesser import when it comes to designing preschool education. It has been argued that "teachers’ personal and professional knowledge of math, science, and technology" influence this and set limitats to what can be achieved within the preschool, and also in other levels. Was it that Dr. Montessori's background as a medical doctor helped her see that Science belongs in preschool, when other educators didn't? Aren't activities like [[Land_and_Water_Form_Trays\|Land and Water]] powerful STEM activities already, in common use among Montessorians way before STEM was "invented"?		As with many other areas where Dr. Montessori was an innovative leader in Education, it is possible that her ''Casa dei Bambini'' was among the first to bring forth at least some minor level of relevant Science content to the Preschool environment. Yet, even today, Science and other STEM arts appear to be of lesser import when it comes to designing preschool education. It has been argued that "teachers’ personal and professional knowledge of math, science, and technology" influence this and set limitats to what can be achieved within the preschool, and also in other levels. Was it that Dr. Montessori's background as a medical doctor helped her see that Science belongs in preschool, when other educators didn't? Aren't activities like [[Land_and_Water_Form_Trays\|Land and Water]] powerful STEM activities already, in common use among Montessorians way before STEM was "invented"?<ref>yet note that Land and Water is Geography, which is within "Social Sciences", which is not really the best general label for an activity that has some fundamentals of Engineering as a by-product...</ref>

	STEM education is receiving much attention lately. The National Academy of Sciences, in the President's State of the Union Address two year running... Also, even though funding is still insufficient, preschool education, even including new montessori initiatives, is still a priority of the public and private education decision-makers and other initiatives. Yet, STEM+montessori is almost unheard of.		STEM education is receiving much attention lately. The National Academy of Sciences, mentioned in the President's State of the Union Address two year running... Also, even though funding is still insufficient, preschool education, even including new montessori initiatives, is still a priority of the public and private education decision-makers and other initiatives. Yet, STEM+montessori is almost unheard of.

	It could be said that montessori-type schools already do more than many when it comes to STEM-like content and practice, and also that they do integrate this within a more holistic curriculum, but it would not be hard to ~~prove~~ that much more should be done, and that it could be done in ways that would fit within current frameworks, rely on the same educators with extraordinary additional training ~~beyond what they get regularly~~, and be affordable.		It could be said that montessori-type schools already do more than many when it comes to STEM-like content and practice, and also that they do integrate this within a more holistic curriculum, but it would not be hard to make a valid point that much more should be done, and that it could be done in ways that would fit within current frameworks, rely on the same educators with no extraordinary additional training, and be affordable.

	===Montessori STEM today===		===Montessori STEM today===
	*A web search in January 2014 came up with not a single provider of '''montessori STEM''' materials, and only one for '''preschool STEM'''. While it can be ~~said~~ that STEM resources do not need to be labelled as such to be ~~used~~, and the same goes for montessori, it is telling that STEM montessori is far, far away from being something people are addressing in a practical manner.		*A web search in January 2014 came up with not a single provider of '''montessori STEM''' materials, and only one for '''preschool STEM'''. While it can be argued that STEM resources do not need to be labelled such to be effective, and the same goes for montessori, it is telling that ''STEM montessori'' is far, far away from being something that people are addressing in a practical, scalable manner<ref> Moomaw's ''Teaching STEM in the Early Years'' requires teachers to make most of their materials - which in a sense is "the montessori way", but obviously does complicate its application by those who do not feel able to</ref>.
	*That same web search came up with many, many pages talking about STEM. A much lesser number, but still quite a few, mentioned "STEM montessori" as a concept, or even as the name of several schools. A cursory look at what some of those schools are doing was rather discouraging - they seemed, at best, to be adding more Science content, but still isolated from other "subjects", or else offered montessori only for preschool levels, and STEM starting in 4th grade, apparently separate from each other.		*That same web search came up with many, many pages talking about STEM. A much lesser number, but still quite a few, mentioned "STEM montessori" as a concept, or even as the name of several schools. A cursory look at what some of those schools are doing was rather discouraging - they seemed, at best, to be adding more Science content, but still isolated from other "subjects", or else offered montessori only for preschool levels, and STEM starting in 4th grade, apparently separate from each other.
	*Fox Valley Montessori School indicates they are the first Montessori STEM program in Illinois.		*Fox Valley Montessori School indicates they are the first Montessori STEM program in Illinois.
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	*[http://hatchearlylearning.com/stem-kit-preschool-kindergarten/ Hatch STEM kits] $289.99, including courses		*[http://hatchearlylearning.com/stem-kit-preschool-kindergarten/ Hatch STEM kits] $289.99, including courses
	*[[User:1montessori]] wants to specialize in STEM montessori, but does not yet offer products ~~specific~~		*[[User:1montessori]] wants to specialize in STEM montessori, but does not yet offer STEM-specific products
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	[[category:Montessori Innovation]]		[[category:Montessori Innovation]]