Vertical Articulation of IB for Middle and High

Vertical Articulation of IB for Middle and High School August 20, 2012 Transforming Learning: Peer –Led Conference Laura Nikstad, Lamar Academy

The MYP and DP Continuum

Jigsaw �Group 1: Advantages of IB to Texas Students �Group 2: Advantages of IB to Diverse Students �Group 3: Supports for Minority and Low. Income Students in IB �Group 4: Bridging the MYP/DP Continuum Website:

Take Home Messages from Jigsaw �The IB Diploma offers academic, social and financial benefits for all students, but is especially beneficial for low-income and minority students. �A wide variety of students can be successful in the MYP and DP programmes and student supports can facilitate this success. �The transition between MYP and DP can be difficult and we should careful consider how we approach this transition as a district.

Findings from Continuum Study: �Wider range of assessment tools in DP �Leadership and Management contribute significantly to successful transitions �Cross Programme interaction/involvement �Articulation is a key vehicle for transitions

Brainstorming solutions �Administrators Group: How can you strengthen/maintain your role in the MYP/DP transition? (pp. 75 -77) �Teacher Group 1: Brainstorm opportunities for cross program interaction/involvement. What is the role of technology in collaboration? (pp. 50 ) �Teacher Group 2: Design a template for an articulation document that can help us better align the MYP programs within the district and the DP program. What role does CSCOPE plan in our articulation? (p. 50) �Email summary to laura. nikstad@mcallenisd. net

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