Montessori as Liberatory Practice

• In Event: Montessori Education SIG: International Opportunities

Abstract

Dr. Montessori was a scientist, educational theorist and a change agent. From her earliest writings she dreamed of learning environments that honored and valued the dignity of the child. Her philosophy has inspired generations to take up the cause to create communities that focus on that dignity. In this poster presentation, Montessorians of the Global Majority are highlighted for their work that applies this understanding to the creation of liberatory spaces for historically marginalized and oppressed groups. The work of indigenous, Black and latinx leaders are presented through the profiles of Trish Moquino, Mae Arlene Gadpaille, Lenore Briggs, Carol Barratt, Juliet King and Lucy Canzoneri-Golden.

Authors

• Luz Marie Casquejo Johnston, St. Mary's College of California

• Ayize Sabater, AMI/USA