Absorbent Minds

Global Montessori Network’s Joanne Shango discusses relevant insights into the challenges and opportunities of distance learning for Montessori students worldwide. Special guests offer unique perspectives on maintaining optimal educational outcomes in the midst of a global pandemic.

Episodes

5. Dr. Punum Bhatia of Montessori Casa International, Denver

September 30, 2020 • 58 min

In this episode, Joanne Shango speaks with Dr. Punum Bhatia about going back to the basics while maintaining quality Montessori education.

Inspired by Dr. Maria Montessori’s philosophy, Punum Bhatia, PhD has dedicated her life to Montessori education as a parent, teacher, and teacher educator for over thirty years. She completed her Bachelor’s degree in English Literature; earned Masters’ degrees in English Literature and Education ...

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4. Claudia Mann, founder of Demystifying Cosmic Education Group

September 13, 2020 • 69 min

Joanne’s engaging conversation with Claudia Mann, lifelong learner and Montessori guide. Claudia is the founder of the Demystifying Cosmic Education Group, and talks candidly about her journey to Montessori as a parent and musician in the 1970's. Well versed in Montessori’s practical application from an array of experiences, Claudia talks of challenges and successes over time — especially in today’s adaptive online Montessori ...

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3. Debby Riordan of Montessori 360

August 29, 2020 • 63 min

Debby Riordan, the founding director of Montessori 360, knows how innovation doesn’t necessarily mean having to create something new for Montessori. People recognize the Montessori name, but know little about how the method truly works. Joanne and Debby talk about practical life exercises, soft skills, hard skills and emotional intelligence in relationship to what Montessori does for children and their future. And how to presen...

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2. Jackie Grunberg of Backpack Sciences

August 18, 2020 • 62 min

Joanne’s revealing interview with Jackie Grunberg, noted wildlife biologist, trainer, Montessori guide, consultant and the founder of Backpack Sciences.

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1. Alan Preece On Marketing Montessori

August 6, 2020 • 47 min

Joanne’s conversation with Alan Preece, Director of Training Center Evolution and Growth at Association Montessori Internationale/AMI Global, on innovative opportunities for Montessori education and the Montessori brand — for students, parents and the community, especially in this remote learning environment.

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Absorbent Minds

Episodes

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3. Debby Riordan of Montessori 360

2. Jackie Grunberg of Backpack Sciences

1. Alan Preece On Marketing Montessori

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5. Dr. Punum Bhatia of Montessori Casa International, Denver

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