Quote by Maria Montessori

We discovered that education is not something which the teacher does, but that it is a natural process which develops spontaneously in the human being.

We discovered that education is not something which the teac

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This quote highlights the transformative understanding of education. It suggests that education is not merely a teacher imparting knowledge, but rather a natural and inherent process that unfolds within individuals. It implies that people possess an innate capacity for learning and development, underscoring the idea that education is not confined to classrooms or formal instruction. Instead, it emphasizes the importance of fostering an environment conducive to nourishing and supporting this intrinsic process of growth.

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