people
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member: Maria Montessori

Maria Montessori
definition: Maria Montessori was a physician, professor, school administrator, educator, philosopher, advocate for women's rights and a champion for children, especially those with physical and intellectual disabilities. She is best known for developing what is known as the Montessori method of education, which emphasizes self-directed activities and self-correcting materials for children in a sensory-rich environment. [Source: Encyclopedia of Educational Reform and Dissent; Montessori, Maria (1870–1952)]
related: Montessori method
broader: key people in educational reform
broader: key people in developmental science
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key people in developmental science
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narrower: Maria Montessori

Montessori method
type: Concept
related: Maria Montessori

key people in educational reform
type: Concept
narrower: Maria Montessori