It has been a great privilege for me to study with CGMS. The curriculum is very well rounded and offers a comprehensive set of instructions. Through online discussions in group settings, I've learned a lot from all the Instructional Guides and cohort members. I've come to understand how important it is to properly prepare children's learning environment and also for the adults to be prepared in anticipation of the children's needs. The children learn through self-exploration with the materials which augments their problem solving capabilities while developing into more confident and independent learners. Throughout the course, I felt encouraged and benefited greatly from weekly chats, and online forums. I have since fallen in love with the Montessori method of education and the online program offered by CGMS.

I am Hnin Myat Mon and I am working as a Montessori Guide at Ayeyarwaddy Montessori Preschool, Mandalay, Myanmar. In June 2019, I enrolled in CGMS Early Childhood Teacher Certification Program. I gained a deep understanding and exploration of the Montessori approach for children who are 3-6 years old. CGMS provided very useful video lectures and material presentation videos, handouts, books, albums, etc., using the latest internet technology. Assignments were very meaningful and weekly interactions with a very supportive instructional guide and cohort members. We learned and discussed about philosophy of Montessori education, leadership skills, classroom arrangement, lesson presentations and original lessons creation, child psychology, observation, lesson planning, parent communication, and so on. I’m so glad to have made the best choice by joining CGMS program on early childhood education.

My name is Ju Ju from Myanmar and I attended CGMS online program from 2013 to 2014. It was my first online learning course and my first experience about the Montessori method of education. I learned from many different presenters and instructors like Kitty Bravo, Mary Colarullo, Julie Dederer and Cathie Perolman. The video lectures was presented in great detail and in a systematic way. Even though English is not my native language, I did not face any difficulties during my course of study even though it was my first online learning experience. I received a lot of encouragement and my instructional guide maintained close contact with our cohort via skype. During these online chats, we were able to share our experiences, challenges, and become inspired by different suggestions or ideas. Over the years, I've learned more about Montessori early childhood education and I’m presently working as a Lead Teacher cum Trainer in my city. My desire is to see more children from our country benefit from the Montessori education system in the future. Thank you CGMS for these valuable learning journey.