Translations:3-Hour Work Cycle (Montessori)/3/en

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Rationale

Dr. Maria Montessori observed that children have a natural tendency to concentrate on tasks that interest them, and when given enough time, they can reach a state of deep engagement and satisfaction[1]. The 3-Hour Work Cycle provides this necessary time, allowing children to fully explore their interests and complete their tasks without feeling rushed[2]. This approach aligns with recent research on "soft skills," which are personality traits, goals, motivations, and preferences that are valued in the labor market, school, and many other domains[3].

  1. Montessori, M. (1949). The absorbent mind. Thiruvanmiyur, Madras: Kalakshetra Publications Press.
  2. Lillard, A. S., & Else-Quest, N. (2006). The early years: Evaluating Montessori education. Science, 313(5795), 1893-1894.
  3. Heckman, J. J., & Kautz, T. (2012). Hard evidence on soft skills. Labour Economics, 19(4), 451-464.[1]