The TMI course requirements include lecture attendance, classroom observation, teaching practice, supervised practice sessions with materials, written assignments, illustrations of subject manuals, material making, seminars, written theory and methodology examinations and oral examinations.

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To receive a diploma in each component as per MACTE requirements, it is necessary to have 90% attendance in any scheduled activity.

A student must successfully receive a passing grade in all areas of the course in order to graduate. A student is graded and assessed overall by Coursework (25%), Teaching Practice Placements (25%), Written Examinations (25%) and Oral Examinations (25%). Grace and Courtesy is expected in all aspects of the programmes.

Lecture Attendance
Attendance at 90% of scheduled lectures is compulsory. A note must justify absences longer than three consecutive days due to illness from the student's doctor. Students who drop below the required attendance will discuss a plan to make up the missed time with their course coordinator. If the time is not made up then the student will be ineligible to graduate with their class.

Course Work
Course work is divided into several areas including album preparation, essays, original presentations, class participation and material making.

Observation
During the course of study, students observe children in various Montessori or other educational environments. Scheduling of observation time at Toronto Montessori Schools is the responsibility of the Institute. When observations are scheduled outside Toronto Montessori Schools, it is the student's responsibility to make any necessary arrangements. All attempts are made to accommodate students' needs.

Teaching Practice
A student is required to successfully complete approximately 265 hours of teaching practice in a Montessori environment for the age group of the course in which he or she is participating. The supervising teacher and TMI staff will assess the students during practice teaching and students are expected to provide their own transportation and/or accommodation for the purpose of Observation and Teaching Practice. If a part-time student cannot complete the Teaching Practice during training, he or she has one year following the completion of the in-class sessions to complete this requirement. A member of the TMI staff will arrange the teaching practice and all attempts are made to meet the students' needs.

Practice with Materials
Practice with the Montessori materials is a required element of the course. TMI has a full complement of Montessori materials for all age levels available for students to use during their course of study. Students are encouraged to practice as much as possible beyond the compulsory scheduled hours. Practice is necessary to understand the Montessori methodology and to successfully apply it. Students may be asked to present lessons to the group during directed practical sessions.

Supervision
The progress of each student is continually assessed. Students may make an appointment to speak with the appropriate staff member regarding feedback about their progress. Appointments will be arranged at specific times.

Examinations
Both written and oral examinations are conducted in each course. A passing grade of 55% is required.