The Montessori System Examined (1914)

The Montessori System Examined is a book written by William Heard Kilpatrick in 1914. The book provides a comprehensive overview and analysis of the Montessori system of education, which was developed by Maria Montessori in the early 20th century. Kilpatrick, who was a prominent American educational philosopher and professor at Teachers College, Columbia University, examines the key principles and practices of the Montessori system, including the use of self-directed learning, hands-on activities, and the development of practical skills. He also critiques the system, pointing out its limitations and potential drawbacks. The book is an important historical document in the history of education and provides valuable insights into the development of educational theory and practice in the early 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.