Understanding IB and Its Principles

What does IB stand for?

• International Baccalaureate

• International Bachelor

• International Business

• International Biology

What does it mean to be an IB World school?

• A school that offers only local curriculum

• A school that offers a program in which we ask big questions, solve problems, and think about how things are connected

• A school that focuses on sports

• A school that teaches only in English

What are the transdisciplinary themes in the IB program?

• Science, Math, History

• Who We Are, Where We Are in Place and Time, How We Express Ourselves, How the World Works, How We Organize Ourselves, Sharing the Planet

• Reading, Writing, Arithmetic

• Art, Music, Physical Education

What are the learner profile attributes in the IB program?

• Inquirers, Knowledgeable, Thinkers, Communicators, Principled, Open-minded, Caring, Risk-takers, Balanced, Reflective

• Fast, Strong, Smart

• Quiet, Shy, Reserved

• Loud, Energetic, Talkative

What does it mean to be internationally minded?

• Only focusing on local issues

• That means we use the learner attributes in everything we do

• Traveling to different countries

• Speaking multiple languages

What is the purpose of the action cycle in the IB program?

• To complete homework faster

• To encourage students to reflect, choose, and act on their learning

• To organize school events

• To plan sports activities

Why do students have an IB portfolio?

• To store their art supplies

• To showcase their learning and achievements over time

• To keep their textbooks

• To carry their lunch

Do you have opportunities to give feedback to your teacher and peers?

• No, never

• Yes, through class discussions and reflections

• Only during exams

• Only during parent-teacher meetings

How do you self-assess or peer assess in the IB program?

• By guessing grades

• By using rubrics and reflection

• By asking parents

• By checking with friends

What is academic integrity?

• Copying from others

• Being honest and responsible in your studies

• Sharing answers with friends

• Skipping classes