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MONTESSORI INCLUSION
ENDORSEMENT
THE MACAR MODEL
The AMS Inclusion Endorsement is designed for the credentialed Montessori teacher who
seeks knowledge and skills in order to fully integrate an inclusive classroom model that
meets the needs of diverse learners. The endorsement incorporates the teacher and
learner practices used in Montessori schools, while recognizing and honoring the needs of
children with learning exceptionalities. This is an AMS affiliated course and is available
for credentialed Montessori teachers. All required courses are offered during two
summer sessions and an enrollment of five teachers is required for this course.
Prerequisites:
A Montessori certificate — at any level
A bachelor’s degree
Requirements:
Successful completion of the 160 Hours of
coursework
Successful completion of the practicum, 16
weeks working in their own school
Practicum:
A 16 week practicum provides the opportunity to
practice leading an inclusive classroom with diverse
learners under the guidance of a field supervisor.
Successful completion of the course and practicum
earns an AMS Montessori Inclusion Endorsement.
