Elementary Writing Certificate Program
American Montessori Society
The AMS Elementary Writing Certificate Program is designed to enhance your foundational understanding and shift the teaching of writing in a way that promotes collaboration and curiosity in the learning environment. At the same time, it will significantly increase your elementary students’ interest in writing.
Duration
36 – 40 hours
Credits
Not specified
Cost
Members: $670 Non-Members: $820
Format
Online
What You'll Learn
AI-generatedKey competencies developed through this program
- KnowledgeApply collaborative teaching strategies to writing instruction to promote student engagement and curiosity in elementary classrooms.Developing
- KnowledgeDesign writing activities that foster student interest and creativity appropriate for elementary-aged learners.Developing
- KnowledgeDemonstrate instructional methods that shift from traditional to inquiry-based writing pedagogy in elementary educational settings.Developing
- MindsetEngage students in collaborative writing experiences to build a supportive learning community.Developing
- MindsetSupport student curiosity and intrinsic motivation in writing through responsive teaching practices.Developing
- KnowledgeIllustrate techniques for increasing student interest in writing through hands-on application in the elementary classroom.Developing
- KnowledgeDifferentiate writing instruction approaches based on developmental readiness for diverse elementary learners.Developing
- KnowledgeEvaluate the effectiveness of writing instruction strategies using student engagement and interest as key indicators.Developing
- KnowledgeExplain foundational principles of elementary writing instruction within a Montessori-aligned learning environment.Emerging
Skills developed through this program
- Examine connections among self, children, and the curriculum using the writing continuum
- Experience personalized writing practice to understand how to increase children’s writing engagement in the classroom
- Create a plan to bring fun, hands-on writing into the classroom using the Six Traits of Writing framework
- Analyze student-centered assessment data to connect it back to the writing continuum
- Differentiate the use of the Six Traits of Writing for each child across classroom contexts
- Explore writing through the Great Lessons and use the arts to support the writing process
Occupations this program prepares you for
Detailed information about this program
Participants will develop an understanding of the essential role of writing in recognizing students’ identity and intellect. The writing continuum and the Six +1 Traits of Writing framework, integrated with the Elementary Montessori curriculum make writing individualized, fun, and meaningful for each child. Participants will take on a child-centered approach to teaching writing as well as experiencing the writing process themselves throughout the course. Upon completion of the class, you will have effective tools and lessons that empower children by strengthening their writing creativity. The program consists of 6 modules of self-guided study and live experiences held via Zoom. The class offers tools to explore student-centered writing strategies that are centered in Montessori theory and your own environments. There will be assignments that are designed to be reflective and to enhance your understanding of the essential role of writing for Elementary, both in theory and in action. You will be expected to do some personal writing during the live sessions. A culminating project will be designed to fit the needs of your classroom. - For: Elementary I (6 – 9) and/or Elementary II (9 – 12) Montessori-credentialed teachers, school leaders, and interventionists - Format: A blend of live (synchronous) experiences held via Zoom and on-demand (asynchronous) content. Recordings of the live sessions are made available to participants. - Time Commitment: 36 – 40 hours total (please see timelines below) - CPD Hours: 36 - A certificate of AMS Professional Development hours will be emailed upon completion. An opportunity to purchase a CEU certificate for 3.6 CEUs will also be made available upon completion of the class at a cost of $28. Upon successful completion of the program, you will be awarded an AMS Elementary Writing Certificate attesting to your mastery of the program.
What you need to earn this credential
No requirements listed.
Eligible funding programs
No funding information available.
Scholarships
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