NAMTA Journal 18/3 02 Designing for the Needs of Adolescents: An Interview with John McNamara

In The NAMTA Journal, Volume 18, Number 3, 1993, Summer

Section: The Overview

Pages: 32-42

This interview focuses on the Montessori adolescent program begun by John McNamara in 1978 at Ruffing Middle School in Ohio, describing the adolescent-centered curriculum, activities, and materials utilized in the program. Suggests that such programs need to provide an environment where children can first and foremost experience community, affirmation, love, and support.

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McNamara, John
Kahn, David

Publisher: North American Montessori Teachers' Association

Type of Resource: Article

Language: English

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