Tag: curiosity in children

  • Peter Gray: Champion of Self-Directed Learning and Play-Based Education

    Peter Gray: Champion of Self-Directed Learning and Play-Based Education

    Peter Gray is a prominent figure in the field of alternative education, known for his advocacy of self-directed learning and natural approaches to education. As a research professor at Boston College, he has dedicated much of his work to studying the benefits of allowing children more freedom in their educational pursuits. One of Gray’s key…

  • Montessori Education: Cultivating Independent, Lifelong Learners

    Montessori Education: Cultivating Independent, Lifelong Learners

    Montessori Education: A Method that Nurtures Independent, Lifelong Learners In a traditional classroom setting, students often find themselves confined to desks and forced to adhere to rigid schedules. However, in Montessori education, an alternative approach is taken—one that emphasizes independence, hands-on learning experiences, and individualized instruction. Developed by Dr. Maria Montessori in the early 1900s,…