For the parent information evening.

1. An introduction and overview
Stephen Taylor, 2009
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2. High School & IB Information Evening
Part 1: Introduction High School and the IB Diploma
- Pathways to higher education
- University placement update
- Introduction to the IB Diploma
Short break: 10 minutes
Part 2: Breakout Sessions
The IB Diploma Handbook and Choices High School Transition
Stephen Taylor – Auditorium Jonas Rejda – Physics Lab
1. Introduction to the handbook 1. High School electives
2. Discussion of choices 2. Calculating GPA
3. Q&A 3. Q&A
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4. The IBO’s 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.
To this end the organization works with schools, governments and
international organizations to develop challenging programmes of
international education and rigorous assessment.
These programmes encourage students across the world to become
active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other
people, with their differences, can also be right.”
© International Baccalaureate Organization, 2005-2009.
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5. Pathways to Higher Education
Begin thinking about careers and future university choices
Grade 9
Learning the language of higher education
Work experience
Begin university, course and country search
Step One could be completed in this year Students might work on PSAT tests
Semester 1:
University entry requirements search continues and students prepare high School CV.
Careers interviews begin with Mrs Russell
Step One is recommended in Grade 10 Students might take PSAT or SAT tests
Semester 2:
Grade 10
Continue course and entry requirements search
Shortlist favourite courses and be clear on entry requirements
Interviews continue
Grade 11 subject choices made based on:
-Achievement in Grade 10* -interest -Entry requirements
*For entry into a Higher Level course, students must achieve ‘6’ or above in Grade 10.
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6. Pathways to Higher Education
Semester 1:
Students begin IB Diploma and BIS High School Diploma Courses
Students must continue to make contact with universities and begin application preparation
Interviews with Mrs Russell continue, based on students’ prior research into university courses
Step One could be completed for those who still need guidance in career choices
Students might take SAT or ACT tests
Grade 11
IB Diploma Pathway BIS High School Diploma Pathway
6 academic subjects at IB level (min 3HL) 5 or 6 academic subjects
Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge
Creativity, Action and Service Creativity, Action and Service
Achievement must remain high to complete this programme Some or all taken at IB certificate level, or BIS High School Diploma
satisfactorily. internal examinations
IB Diploma is demanding yet allows entry to and possible Flexibility to supplement courses with preparation for specific entry
course credit in many top universities requirements, such as Korean universities, IELTS etc.
Semester 2:
Subject and pathway choices are set, along with ‘level’ designations (higher level, standard)
No more movement into subjects is allowed after semester 1.
Movement into BIS HS Diploma pathway is possible from IB Diploma, but not the other way.
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7. Pathways to Higher Education
IB Diploma Pathway BIS High School Diploma Pathway
6 academic subjects at IB level (min 3HL) 5 or 6 academic subjects
Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge
Creativity, Action and Service Creativity, Action and Service
Achievement must remain high to complete Some or all taken at IB certificate level, or BIS High
this programme satisfactorily. School Diploma internal examinations
IB Diploma is demanding yet allows entry to Flexibility to supplement courses with preparation
and possible course credit in many top for specific entry requirements, such as Korean
universities universities, IELTS etc.
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8. Pathways to Higher Education
Semester 1:
Students continue on their academic pathway.
Some opportunity exists for students to move from IB Diploma into BIS HS Diploma.
Students have further consultations with Mrs Russell regarding university placement and applications.
Scholarships may be considered at this stage.
Students make applications to university courses beginning the following autumn.
Grade 12
Step One is possible at this stage, for those in real need of further guidance.
Students may take SAT or ACT tests
Semester 2:
Students continue on their academic pathway.
Final preparation for IB/BIS exams and graduation.
Students have final consultations with Mrs Russell regarding university placement and applications.
Scholarships may be considered at this stage.
Some students may need to wait for exam results before making applications.
Students may take SAT or ACT tests
Graduation!
IB results released in early July
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9. Diploma Programme: Quick Facts
10,000 students in the Diploma Programme
125 nationalities represented
By John Switzer, IBO 9

10. Diploma Programme: Quick Facts
By John Switzer, IBO 10

11. Diploma Programme: Quick Facts
By John Switzer, IBO 11

12. Why choose the Diploma Programme?
•Course credit for good grades can be negotiated with
universities – this can save time and money in a degree
•Well-respected pre-university programme which
continues to grow in its recognition status
•Universities appreciate the excellent preparation for
academic careers offered by IBDP and the high quality
of our graduates
•Challenging and rewarding high-school experience
which nurtures the whole person
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13. University Placement Update
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14. The Diploma Programme Core
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2002, 2007
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15. The Diploma Programme Core
•The real ‘value’ of the IBDP
•Challenging, Relevant, Engaging
•Ties in with the BIS philosophy
•Encourages balance in the individual
•Shows that ‘added extra’ universities
and employers seek in candidates
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16. Self-
Responsible*
directed*
Image source: The IB Learner Profile
http://lestercavestany.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/ib_learner_profile.jpg *Added by BIS
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17. The Extended Essay
•4,000 word academic assignment
•Students’ own areas of interest
related to and beyond the curriculum
•Emphasis on university-level
research and academic honesty skills
•Impressive component of a student’s
academic portfolio
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18. Theory of Knowledge
•How do we know what we ‘know’?
•Students explore knowledge issues,
ways of knowing and ethics.
•Assessed with 1,000-word essay and
a group or solo presentation
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19. Creativity, Action & Service
•Students set themselves personal
challenges in the physical, creative and
community-service realms.
•Balance, sustained involvement and
personal reflection are essential
•Complements the BIS HATA programme
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20. Conditions of the IB Diploma
•6 academic subjects (min 3 HL)
•Core: CAS, ToK, Extended Essay
Each subject is worth maximum 7 points
EE and ToK worth up to 3 bonus points
Passing score: 24 overall
Maximum score: 45 (6x7 + 3)
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21. Available Options (2009-10):
Group 1: Language A1 English A1 Indonesian A1 Korean A1ST (SL)
Group 2: Second Language* English B Indonesian B French B Chinese B*
Group 3: Individuals &
ITGS#
History Economics
Societies
Group 4: Experimental
Biology Chemistry
Sciences
Group 5: Mathematics Mathematics HL Mathematics SL Mathematical Studies SL
Group 6: The Arts Visual Arts Or one more group 3 or 4 subject
*scheduling of Chinese depends on class composition
# depending on student numbers, this may be taught in-school or online
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22. Quick guide to choices
•Choose subjects wisely, based on:
1. Future career interests and university
prerequisites
2. Interests and aptitudes
3. Your potential to maintain a high level of
dedication to the subject
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23. Quick guide to choices
•Choose minimum 3 HL subjects for IBDP
Higher Level courses: 240 taught hours
Standard Level: 150 taught hours
Assessments and content can be significantly different.
•Students must be achieving level 6 or better in
G10 semester reports to qualify for HL courses
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24. Group 1: First Language
•Language A1 is the ‘mother tongue’
of the student. Literature-based course.
•We offer:
Taught English and Indonesian A1
Self-taught Korean A1
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25. What is a self-taught A1?
•Students self-study texts in their
mother-tongue but follow the A1
taught-course schedule and assignments.
All assignments are assessed externally.
Students are advised to find someone who speaks their
own language to support them in their study.
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26. Who can take self-taught A1?
•Students with an excellent standard
of their mother-tongue language
• Students who are exceptionally self-
directed in their studies
• Students who can find someone to
support them in their studies.
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27. The Bilingual IB Diploma
The IB Diploma. The Bilingual Diploma states ‘Bilingual Diploma Awarded’ in black type.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/clq/2803526642/sizes/l/
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28. The Bilingual IB Diploma
• No extra points awarded for
Bilingual Diploma
•Awarded to all successful candidates
- whose A1 is not English; or
- who have two A1 languages; or
- who have A1 and an A2.
The IB Diploma. The Bilingual Diploma states ‘Bilingual Diploma Awarded’ in black type.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/clq/2803526642/sizes/l/
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29. Group 2: Second Language
• Language B for students who have some
foundation in a second language.
(English, Indonesian, French, Chinese*)
• Another A1 for students who are excellent
in two mother tongues.
*scheduling of Chinese will need to be discussed with those in
question – this is dependent on student numbers
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30. Group 3: Individuals & Society
• History
• Economics
• Information Technology in a Global Society*
*online ITGS will be offered if student numbers
are low.
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31. Group 4: Experimental Sciences
• Biology
• Chemistry
•Due to low student interest, Physics will no
longer be offered.
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32. Group 5: Mathematics
• Mathematics Higher or Standard Level
• Mathematical Studies Standard Level
Mathematical Studies SL Mathematics SL Mathematics HL
For students not intending For students intending to take courses for which
to study subjects requiring mathematics are a prerequisite.
maths at university.
Entry to all students. Recommended level 5 Minimum Level 6 for
for entry entry – very demanding
pre-university course
Movement between levels/classes is not
permitted after semester 1
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33. Group 6: The Arts
• Visual Arts
or
• Another Group 3 or 4 subject
We encourage students to choose Visual Arts as
it is an enriching and balancing experience.
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34. Communication in the IBDP
Email addresses:
Jonas Rejda: secondaryprincipal@bisdragons.com
Stephen Taylor: ibdp@bisdragons.com
Jan Russell: counselor@bisdragons.com
Or please make appointments with Ibu Noni
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35. Communication in the IBDP
IBDP wikispace (website):
http://bisdragons-ibdp.wikispaces.com
Due dates
Assignments
Course information
Exam information
Study skills
Careers & University
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36. Thanks for listening!
ibdp@bisdragons.com
http://bisdragons-ibdp.wikispaces.com
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