This course explores a cosmopolitan intellectual milieu of the turn-of-the-century, where science and religion cross paths and philanthropists support educators. Learn how the social discourse nourished by artists, noble women, women’s rights activists, etc. empowered the birth of Dr. Maria Montessori’s pedagogical method.

Antirequisite(s): Intercultural Communications 2246F/G.

Extra Information: 2 hours. Taught in English. Select coursework in Italian for students enrolled in Italian modules. Cross-listed with Intercultural Communications 2246F/G.