Supporting independence is inarguably a benefit of the Montessori method, but one criticism is that it pushes too much independence at the expense of collaboration and teamwork.
Supporting independence is inarguably a benefit of the Montessori method, but one criticism is that it pushes too much independence at the expense of collaboration and teamwork. Montessori classrooms push individualized learning, allowing children to work at their own pace and direct themselves. The curriculum doesn't intrinsically include collaboration. While this might not affect children during their Montessori education, the ability (or inability) to work with others will affect them as they continue their education and eventually transition into employment.