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• Provision of detailed and accurate instructional manuals on lesson presentation and material preparation, thus eliminating time-consuming "album" making
  
  
• Provision of study guides with bibliography for Montessori's writings, pertinent research and sources of materials
  
  
• Extensive text and diagrams for preparing classroom materials
  
  
• Opportunity to pursue the course without the expense of leaving home or current position of employment for more than a total of four weeks (Early Childhood Level 1, ages 2 1/2 - 6) or six weeks (Elementary Level 2, ages 6 -12)
  
  
• Summer course sessions arranged for convenience of students
  
  
• Free consultation services with degreed instructors having Montessori diplomas and extensive experience teaching the Montessori method to adults
  
  
• Extensive and thorough evaluations of progress which are communicated to students
  
  
• Prompt return of assignments
  
  
• Use of many teaching techniques, including video tapes
  
  
• Evaluation of instructors and course content by students and Montessori Accreditation Council for Teacher Training (MACTE) to ensure continuous improvement
  
  
• Extended hours for practice with materials after class sessions
  
  
• Availability of all learning materials and examples of each type of teacher-made material during and after class sessions
  
  
• Reasonable fees payable in installments as the student progresses through the course
  
  
• Individual attention and genuine concern for developing effective Montessori teachers

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