2 euro Italy 2020 - Anniversary of the birth of Marie Montessori (proof)

The 150th anniversary of the birth of Maria Montessori, celebrated in 2020, provided an opportunity to honour her important contribution to pedagogy and the education of children. Montessori was an Italian physician and educator who developed innovative educational methods based on self-directed learning and each child's individual progress. Her methods emphasise self-assessment, freedom and respect for the child and became highly popular in education around the world. Her legacy remains alive today, and Montessori education has a significant influence on modern educational approaches and the philosophy of childhood. Celebrations of her birth recall her important legacy and recognise her work for the development of children and education.