91831 - History of Pedagogy Workshop (G.C)

Learning outcomes

At the end of the workshop the student: - is able to move independently in applying the specific techniques learned independently or within projects organized by the institutions; - knows how to deal with other subjects on the methods of use and documentation of the techniques learned; - knows how to place the specific knowledge learned in different types of service; - knows how to evaluate the limits and merits of the technical instruments learned; - knows how to transfer the technologies learned in different contexts by making personal modifications and additions.

Course contents

Living Nature: Maria Montessori's Principles of Outdoor Education in Today's Children's Services

The workshop aims to connect the Montessori perspective with the principles of outdoor education that inspire the zerosei pedagogy.

In particular, the workshop will

- investigate the aspects that characterise Maria Montessori's perspective on early childhood between indoor and 'outdoor' spaces

- investigate the aspects that characterise outdoor education in zerosei services

- reflect on the indispensability of non-episodic contact with nature during early childhood

- experiment with experiences of immersion in nature using the nature notebook

Readings/Bibliography

Caprara B., La Natura nel pensiero di Maria Montessori, Junior, Parma, 2022.

- Antonietti, Bertolino, Guerra, Schenetti, Educazione e Natura, Franco Angeli, 2022 (open access)

Teaching methods

In line with the specificity of laboratory teaching, lectures will be supplemented by group activities focusing on the analysis of materials, films, etc.; observations will also be conducted in outdoor and nature contexts. Sometimes in a-synchronous mode.

Assessment methods

The verification methods will focus on the assessment of the level and type of participation of students in the various activities proposed during the scheduled meetings, as well as on the analysis and discussion of group work produced by them.

Teaching tools

The lectures make use of visual aids such as Power points and / or videos.

Office hours

See the website of Michela Schenetti