The use of digital devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and computers, can have a significant impact on the attention span of preschoolers. Montessori educational approach can help mitigate these effects:
Negative Effects of Digital Device Usage on Attention Span:
- Shortened Attention Span
- Reduced Patience
- Overstimulation
- Decreased Social Interaction:
How Montessori Education Can Help Attention Span:
The Montessori approach to education focuses on fostering independent learning, self-discipline, and attention span development in young children.
- Hands-On Learning
- Self-Directed Learning
- Mixed-Age Classrooms
- Real-World Experiences
- Eliminating Screen Time
Digital devices have become too accessible to preschoolers, with usage having adverse effects on the attention span of preschoolers. The Montessori approach counters these effects by promoting hands-on, self-directed learning, mixed-age interactions, real-world experiences that encourage the development of longer attention spans and greater self-regulation in young children.
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