University Credit Courses - Course Schedule
Course schedule is
subject to change without notice.
Winter 2012
Start Date: January 9, 2012
Registration Ends: January 23, 2012
Term End Date: March 19, 2012
Course #K3289M - Zoology, Chemistry, Botany (5 credits)
Botany topics covered: Five Kingdoms,
plant anatomy, physiology, geography, plant industries
and horticulture. Zoology: detailed study of the animal
kingdom, exploring animal needs and how they are met.
Chemistry introduces basic atomic and molecular theory,
elements, compounds and mixtures, and states of matter.
Spring 2012
Start Date: April 2, 2012
Registration Ends: April 16, 2012
Term End Date: June 11, 2012
Course #K4268M - Montessori Theory (5 credits)
Montessori Theory includes the following
topics: Montessori - A biography; The Periods of Development;
The Absorbent Mind; The Sensitive Periods; The Importance
of Early Intellectual Stimulation; Normalization; Classroom
Management.
Summer 2012
Start Date: TBD
Registration Ends: TBD
Term End Date: TBD
Course #TBA - Geography 1 & 2, and Science Experiments (5 credits)
Montessori Geography begins with the universe
then moves to the Earth in general, followed by continents,
countries, and culture. Classic Montessori hands-on
science experiments provide 90 step-by-step activities
for curriculum integration.
Course #TBA - History and The Five Great Lessons (5 credits)
A study of the wonder and scope of history
and man’s important place in the universe provides
a comprehensive view of the history of Earth and Man.
Course #TBA - Math 1 | Advanced Practical Life (5 credits)
Complete, detailed instruction for the
use of Montessori math materials that cover the four
operations; addition, subtraction, multiplication and
division.
Advanced Practical Life activities are designed to help
the educator create an environment for the development
of strong self-esteem among students. Simple versions
of adult practical life activities — cooking,
gardening, sewing, and basic etiquette — evoke
a respect for others and the community.
Fall 2012
Start Date: TBD
Registration Ends: TBD
Term End Date: TBD
Course #TBA - Math 2 (5 credits)
This Montessori curriculum sets out
complete, detailed lessons that enable the educator
to introduce the child to geometry, fractions, factors
and multiples. The course manuals provide detailed instruction
for the use of Mathematics materials, and the Method
behind this successful program. The student gains an
appreciation for a Math program based on the use of
concrete materials.
Winter 2013
Start Date: TBD
Registration Ends: TBD
Term End Date: TBD
Course #TBA - Cosmic Education, Peace, Health & Nutrition, Physical Education (5 credits)
Montessori’s view of universal
connection, especially the view that the Earth must
be respected and preserved, leads us to the cosmic task
- to help children become adults who strive to achieve
a peaceful coexistence in a sustainable environment.
This integrated program prepares the educator to set
the stage for the development of peaceful, caring citizens.
Spring 2013
Start Date: TBD
Registration Ends: TBD
Term End Date: TBD
Course #TBA - Language Arts 1/Art, Music & Parent Communication (5
credits)
The Montessori Language Arts 1 program
looks at crucial concepts such as how to approach unfamiliar
words and subjects, how to brainstorm ideas and how
to risk and learn. Proven, specific Montessori methodology
surrounding spelling, grammar, penmanship, dictionary
skills and poetry are covered in detail.
Course schedule is
subject to change without notice.
Fall 2011
Start Date: TBD
Registration Ends: TBD
Term End Date: TBD
Course #TBD - Language Arts 2 (5 credits)
Language Arts 2 covers a thorough system for teaching compound
words, suffix, prefix, antonym, synonym, homophone, homograph, homonym,
capitalization and punctuation.
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