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Language Ab Initio (generic) - DP - Category 1 - Virtual - CLOSED


 

RECOMMENDED FOR:

Diploma Programme (DP) subject-group teachers new to the DP at established IB World Schools and teachers from interested or candidate schools preparing for authorization.


Please note this workshop will be delivered virtually.


This workshop will enable you to:

  • Develop a deep understanding of the IB organization: its history, mission statement, learner profile, IB continuum and the international dimension.

  • Consider the impact of the centrality of the IB learner profile and approaches to teaching and learning in the DP and CP models.

  • Consider how the course makes links with Theory of Knowledge (TOK) and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) and takes the CP context into consideration.

  • Explore the nature of the extended essay and the role of the supervisor, to include reference to world studies interdisciplinary extended essay.

  • Design course outlines that align with curriculum requirements, aims and assessment objectives of the subject, IB terminology and the relevant standards.

  • Create formative assessment tasks that will equip students with the required factual, procedural and conceptual knowledge that support the summative assessment task(s).

  • Use assessment criteria to make judgments about student achievement (criterion-related, best fit).

  • Interact with and explore the TSM and subject-specific teaching and learning resources on the programme resource centre and in the programme communities throughout the curriculum life cycle.

You will need to select your required workshop from the dropdown list on the registration form


Benefits of our virtual workshops

  • Courses delivered by approved and experienced IB workshop leaders.

  • 12 hours of live/real-time instruction plus 3 hours of asynchronous/offline work across three-days. Delegates are required to attend and participate in all scheduled sessions in order to receive their IB certificate.

  • Opportunities to meet participants from a range of schools, both within the UK and internationally.

  • Competitively priced with discounts for IBSCA member schools.

Please note that synchronous sessions are delivered live on the above dates following UK timings - do bear this in mind when applying from outside of the UK and take into account time differences. You will not be eligible for an attendance certificate unless you attend all the live sessions.


Virtual Workshop Fees

Prices stated do not include VAT. You will be charged 20% VAT if applicable.

  • IBSCA full member school: £460.00

  • IBSCA Associate, Candidate & Single Programme Member School - £550.00

  • Non IBSCA Member School - £640.00

You will need to select your required workshop from a dropdown list on the registration form


Frequently Asked Questions

Is this workshop for me?

Choose Category 1 workshops if you are new to the IB or if your situation is similar to any of the following:

  • You are new to the faculty of a longstanding IB World School and have not taught in an IB programme previously.

  • You are aware of the IB philosophy and programme structure but are not experienced in teaching or administering the IB.

  • You are familiar with the IB subject guide (including assessment procedures, moderation) and would like greater confidence before teaching a course.

  • You have inherited a course and would like to review the subject content before teaching it to suit your own style and expertise.

For other frequently asked questions including travel information for the University of Warwick…


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