University Credit Courses - Course Schedule
Course schedule is
subject to change without notice.
Summer 2010
Start Date: June 21, 2010
Registration Ends: July 5, 2010
Term End Date: September 6, 2010
Course #K1505K - Language Arts 2 (5 credits)
The Montessori Language Arts 2 program
is a continuation of Language Arts 1, focusing on a
thorough system for teaching compound words, suffix,
prefix, antonym, synonym, homophone, homograph, homonym,
capitalization and punctuation.
Course #K1506K - Botany, Zoology and Matter & Astronomy
(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.
Matter & Astronomy introduces basic atomic and molecular
theory, elements, compounds and mixtures, and states
of matter, as well as the stars, solar system, and the
earth and sun.
Course #K1507K - Theory of Montessori (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.
Fall 2010
Start Date: September 27, 2010
Registration Ends: October 11, 2010
Term End Date: December 13, 2010
Course #TBA - Geography / Science Experiments
(5 credits)
The 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.
Winter 2011
Start Date: January 3, 2011
Registration Ends: January 17, 2011
Term End Date: March 14, 2011
Course #TBA - History / 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.
Spring 2011
Start Date: TBA
Registration Ends: TBA
Term End Date: TBA
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.
Summer 2011
Start Date: TBA
Registration Ends: TBA
Term End Date: TBA
Course #TBA - Math 2 (5 credits)
The second segment of Elementary Mathematics
in the Montessori curriculum sets out complete, detailed
lessons that enable the educator to introduce the child
to geometry, fractions, factors and multiples. The student
gains an appreciation for a Math program based on the
use of concrete materials.
Course #TBA - Cosmic Education | Peace | Health
Sciences (5 credits)
This integrated program prepares the educator
to set the stage for the development of peaceful, caring
citizens.
Course #TBA - Language Arts 1 | Art & Music
(5 credits)
Specific Language Arts skills surrounding
spelling, grammar, penmanship, dictionary skills and
poetry are covered in detail. Basic principles of art
and music are provided to incorporate the Arts into
the elementary environment.
Course schedule is
subject to change without notice.
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