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Monday, February 19, 2018 Issued in the interest of parents and students
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Monday, February 19, 2018 Issued in the interest of parents and students
Monday, February 19, 2018 Issued in the interest of parents and students
The International Baccalaureate Diploma
Programme (IBDP) is a two-year educational
programme primarily aimed at students aged
16–19. The programme is one that provides an
internationally accepted qualification for entry into
higher education, and is accepted by many
universities worldwide.
What is the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program? (IBDP)
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IB aspires to help schools develop
well-rounded students with character
who respond to challenges with optimism
an open mind, are confident in their
identities, make ethical decisions, join
with others in celebrating our common
humanity and are prepared to apply what they learn in real-world, complex and unpredictable situations
[From: The IB Diploma Program: Education for a Better World]
What is the goal of IB?
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At BIS we foster IB’s pursuit of intercultural understanding and respect.
While we remain firmly rooted in the wealth and diversity the
home culture offers, we are also sensitive to other cultures, to other systems of learning and thought, and areas of knowledge everywhere.
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What we do at Bangalore International School?
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The IB Diploma Programme
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Individuals and Societies
Business & Management HL/SL
Economics HL/SL History HL/SL
Psychology HL/SL ITGS HL/SL
ESS SL
Language A
English A Language & Literature
Language B
Language Acquisition Spanish/French and
German ab initio Spanish/French and
German B SL Hindi B HL/SL
Sciences Physics, Chemistry, & Biology HL/SL ESS SL Computer Science
Mathematics Mathematics HL/SL
Math Studies SL
The Arts
Visual Arts HL/SL Theatre
Subjects offered at BIS
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Our students get the opportunity to meet diverse student bodies and to mingle and share ideas with them. They gain exposure to how world governments function by participating in events such as:
• Harvard Model Congress
• Mock UN Conferences
• Global Youth Leaders’ Conference
• National Association of Independent Schools [NAIS] Challenge 20 / 20
• Student Exchange Programs
• East Asia Regional Council of Schools(EARCOS)
Activities offered at BIS
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Mock UN Oct 2009
Harvard Model Congress Singapore – Jan 2010
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An IB student thinks independently and takes charge of his / her own learning
Takes part in programmes of education that can lead them to some of the highest ranking universities around the world
They are more culturally aware, through the development of a second language
They are able to engage with people in an increasingly globalized, rapidly changing world
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Who is an IB Student?
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An IB teacher is the one who encourages students to take charge of their own learning
An IB teacher ensures they have ample opportunity to demonstrate what they have learnt.
An IB teacher is a life long learner
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Who is an IB Teacher?
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Why IB?
At BIS IB students are encouraged to use their own initiative and develop into independent learners
How are students taught at BIS IB?
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Comprehensive two year international curriculum
International standards applied equally to all schools
Rigorous assessment
What makes the IB Programme different?
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Importance of CAS in the IB Programme
This programme provides for the well rounded development of imaginative, fit and compassionate young people who leave school ready and able to participate in the life of the wider community.
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Importance of TOK in the IB Programme
The theory of knowledge (TOK) course encourages students to think about the nature of knowledge, to reflect on the process of learning in all the subjects they study as part of their Diploma Programme course, and to make connections across the academic areas.
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Importance of EE in the IB Programme
The extended essay, a substantial piece of writing of up to 4,000 words, enables students to investigate a topic of special interest that they have chosen themselves. It also encourages them to develop the skills of independent research that will be expected at university.
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Why IB at BIS?
To make the child confident and an independent
learner
To develop sound academic and organizational skills
To make him / her tolerant and respectful towards others
To prepare him / her for university and life beyond
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IB Diploma Program – Education for a Better World*
*Source
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