Educating for Beauty: Montessori principles for designing residential environments

Dettagli

Objectives:

• Maria Montessori and the Environment: Presentation of Montessori principles and their connection to the environment.
• Designing Stimulating Spaces: Learn how to interpret needs and transform available spaces according to Montessori principles.
• Practical Application of Montessori Principles: Workshop for discussion and reflection.

Target Audience:

• Architects
• Engineers
• Surveyors
• Interior designers
• Architecture or design students

Course Description:

Maria Montessori viewed the environment as a place to promote autonomy and spontaneous learning in children. Her pedagogical approach, derived from her observations and research, emphasizes the organization of space and the use of natural resources and suitable materials to stimulate interaction and personal discovery.

In collaboration with the Chiaravalle Montessori Foundation, this course aims to expand the scope of Montessori principles so they can be applied in the design of residential spaces. The goal is to create environments that are suitable for their inhabitants while fostering discovery and general well-being.

During the course, you will explore how natural elements, colors, and shapes can enrich educational and non-educational environments, promoting creativity by integrating multisensory experiences.

Topics Covered:

• Introduction to Montessori philosophy
• The Environment and its organization
• Multisensory experiences
• Study of colors and shapes
• The presence of a garden and Nature

Speakers:

• Alfio Albani, President of the Chiaravalle Montessori Foundation
• Milena Scaloni, Montessori teacher and trainer for the National Montessori Association and the Chiaravalle Montessori Foundation
• Dr. Mariangela Scarpini, PhD, Researcher RTD-A / Junior Assistant Professor – University of Parma, Department of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Cultural Enterprises – Education Unit, Montessori teacher, and trainer for the National Montessori Association and the Chiaravalle Montessori Foundation

What’s Included:

• Recordings of available sessions for registered participants
• Reference bibliography

Information:

• The fee will be refunded only in case of non-commencement of the course due to a lack of reaching the minimum number of participants (6).
• If you are part of a design studio or know someone who might be interested in this course, invite them now!

Both of you will receive a 15% discount on the course price (not combinable with other ongoing promotions).

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