Diploma Programme The unique benefits of the DP

Contents § § § § § IB mission statement History of IB Learner profile What is the IB Diploma Programme? Diploma Programme curriculum Subjects Curriculum contents Assessment University recognition IB philosophy Page 2 © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

Mission Statement The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. Page 3 © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

History of IB • IB began 1968 Page 4 © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

Programmes : What is the Learner Profile? It’s the IB mission statement translated into a set of learning outcomes for the 21 st century. IB learners strive to be: Inquirers Knowledgeable Thinkers Communicators Principled Open-minded Caring Risk-takers Balanced Reflective Page 5 © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

Programmes: What is the Diploma Programme? The three IB programmes each contain four core elements Diploma Ages 16 - 19 School evaluation Professional development Student assessment Page 6 Curriculum © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

Contents: What does the Diploma Programme curriculum contain? The curriculum contains six subject groups and a core of three parts. Page 7 © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

Contents: What does the Diploma Programme curriculum contain? The curriculum contains six subject groups and a core of three parts. Students study concurrently: English HL § three subjects at higher level (240 hours each). French SL Geography HL Spanish Ab Psychology HL § three subjects at standard level (150 hours each). Mathematics SL § all three parts of the core. Biology HL, Physics HL Chemistry SL The IB Learner Profile and the core are central to the philosophy of the Diploma Programme. Page 8 © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

Students study concurrently: § three subjects at higher level (240 hours each). § three subjects at standard level (150 hours each). § all three parts of the core. The IB Learner Profile and the core are central to the philosophy of the Diploma Programme. Page 10 © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

Contents: What does the Diploma Programme curriculum contain? There are three core requirements The extended essay: § 4, 000 words § Offers the opportunity to investigate a research question of individual interest § Familiarises students with the independent research and writing skills expected at university Page 11 © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

Contents: What does the Diploma Programme curriculum contain? Creativity, action and service (CAS): § Encourages students to be involved in artistic pursuits, sports and community service § Education outside the classroom § Development of the learner profile Page 12 © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

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Contents: What does the Diploma Programme curriculum contain? Theory of knowledge: § Interdisciplinary § Explores the nature of knowledge across disciplines § Encouraging an appreciation of other cultural perspectives Page 14 © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

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§ § § At Nor. Kam we offer English French / Spanish Geography Biology Chemistry Physics Mathematics Math Studies Film Psychology Page 16 6 exams written in May 2013 © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

§ English 12 exam still written § No Socials 11 exam needed § 6 IB exams written in May 2013 Page 17 © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

Online Curriculum Centre § § § IB Curriculum Resources Mentoring BC IB Consortium 25 Highschools in BC Page 18 © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

IB assessment is rigorous, criterion related, consistent and differentiating of student ability. § Diploma Programme assessment • • final examinations and internal assessment § All 4, 000 examiners § The IB undertakes random inspections of schools during exams Page 19 © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

§ Marks awarded for each course range from 1 (lowest) to 7 (highest). Show a 1 -7 coloured § 1. 0 -49% § 2. 50 -59% § 3. 60 -69% § 4. 70 -79% § 5. 80 -89% § 6. 90 -95% § 7. 96 -100% § Diploma is awarded to students who gain at least 24 points. Page 20 © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

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University recognition: How well is the diploma recognized by universities? The IB diploma is widely recognized by the world’s leading universities. § A database of university admission policies on www. ibo. org § Recognition in over 100 countries § Recognition by over 2, 000 universities § Some universities offer scholarships and advanced placement for IB students § TRU recognizes course Page 23 © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

Philosophy: What is the IB philosophy? § “Through high quality education we create a better world. ” § § Idealistic, peace promoting Culturally aware Quality, standards University recognition & challenge § “International and Baccalaureate complementing opposites that make the IB. ” Page 24 © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

Nor. Kam Honours / Foundations courses § § § English 10 French 10 Math 10 Science 10 Social Studies 10 § Who do we take? Current grade 9 students from any highschool. § Why go now? Page 25 © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

IB Academy § § § $400. 00 per year (2 years) $40. 00/ month Covers registration and exam fees Hardship application District Program Grade 11 students Page 26 © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

FAQs § 1. How is the Diploma Programme different from other pre-university academic programmes? § 2. Is a lot of extra homework involved in the Diploma Programme? § 3. The IB Diploma Programme sounds like a lot of extra work. What are the advantages of enrolling in an IB programme? Page 27 © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

§ 4. How does the IB’s Diploma Programme compare with The College Board’s Advanced Placement Programme? § 5. What do colleges and universities think about the Diploma Programme? § 6. How does taking difficult courses improve my chances for scholarships and admission to universities? Page 28 © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007