Restricted Use of Technology

Although the disadvantages are real, Montessori schools **do** incorporate technology in their settings to some extent. The purpose of granting this restricted access can be summarised as: - **Procedural thinking** — following a multi-step digital workflow. - **Fine motor control and coordination** — operating a mouse, trackpad, or keyboard. - **Sequencing** — performing actions in the correct order. - **Basic digital literacy** — understanding how files are saved, opened, and shared. The principle is simple: technology is a **tool**, never a teacher. It enters the classroom only when it can do something that concrete materials cannot do as well.