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Diploma Program

IB Information EveningTHURSDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2012

7PM TO 830PMProgram Details for Registration in

September 2013


The History of IB and IB in the World/Canada/Ontario

The International Baccalaureate was founded in Geneva, Switzerland in 1968 as a non-profit educational foundation.

The IB works with 3,484 schools in 143 countries to offer the three IB programmes to approximately 1,062,000 students. (Sept 2012)

Now 2,367 Diploma Schools Worldwide (September 2012) The 3 IB Programmes are PYP, MYP and DP. Canada ranks 3rd in total number Diploma schools with 147. The USA

has the most with 777 followed by the UK with 187. Other notable countries Australia (63), China (57), Mexico (57), India (87), Germany (50) (Sept 2012)

• Each year since 2004, more than 90% of all IB exam takers have obtained grades of 4 or above, and more than 90% of all Diploma candidates successfully obtain one

• Canada has the highest per capita participation in the World, Ontario had the greatest amount of Diploma candidates in 2009 with 1443 students.


The History of IB and IB in the World/Canada/Ontario 81% of all IB schools in Canada are publicly funded schools Ontario is one of the largest IB growth regions in the world 54 DP schools in Ontario In 2008, Ontario had the highest IB Diploma pass rate in Canada

(91%). Ontario also had the highest percentage of exam scores of 4 or

above (92%). Ancaster High, Glendale and Westdale High School all offer the IB

Diploma Programme and very similar pre-IB (ISP) programs too. All three schools work together as a learning team to provide 3

strong and viable programs for our students throughout the HWDSB.

There are 3 distinct IB boundaries for HWDSB that all schools support.


Organization: What is the IB mission?The IB is a not-for-profit foundation, motivated by its educational mission, focused on the student.

The International Baccalaureate Organization aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and

caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through

intercultural understanding and respect.

“The world in which you were born is just one model of reality. Other cultures are not failed attempts at being you: they are unique manifestations of the human spirit.”

~Wade Davis


Who is it for and what are the benefits to my child?

University Preparation Program• Studies continue to provide evidence that IB graduates have higher than

average success rates in first year university as well as in post-graduate studies

Internationally Written Curriculum• Students will be exposed to curriculum that connects them to Global

Education Transferable to over 130 Countries for University Acceptance

• Internationally recognized and widely thought of as a quality controlled and dynamic curriculum

Two Diplomas = 2 different academic scores to apply for your university program of choice.

Transfer Credit• Students can apply for University credit based on their results in IB

examinations. Most Ontario universities allow students to gain up to 3 university credits from scores of 5 or higher in IB. Some universities offer 2nd year status upon entering university as they consider your IB scores/diploma.


Contents: What does the Diploma Programme curriculum contain?

The curriculum contains six subject groups and a core of three parts.

three subjects at higher level (240 hours each).

three subjects at standard level(150 hours each).

all three parts of the core.

The IB Learner Profile and the core are central to the philosophy of the Diploma Programme.

Students study concurrently:


Subjects offered: What subjects are offered within the six groups?

The Diploma Programme has a large range of subjects and many more options

• Group 1–Language A1 - 46 languages are regularly available. Others (with a written literature) by arrangement.

• Group 2 – Second Language 25 or more modern and classical languages for all abilities from complete beginner (ab initio), with some experience (language B) and competent (language A2)

• Group 3– Individuals and Societies business and management, economics, geog, history, information technology in a global society, philosophy, psychology, social and cultural anthropology, environmental systems & societies.

• Group 4 - biology, chemistry, design technology, environmental systems & societies, physics.

• Group 5- mathematical studies standard level, mathematics standard level, higher level mathematics, computer science.

• Group 6- music, theatre, visual arts, film.


Programmes : What is the Learner Profile?It’s the IB mission statement translated into a set of learning outcomes for the 21st century.

IB learners strive to be:

Inquirers

Knowledgeable

Thinkers

Communicators

Principled

Open-minded

Caring

Risk-takers

Balanced

Reflective



There are three core requirements

The extended essay:

4,000 words

Offers the opportunity to investigate a research question of individual interest

Familiarises students with the independent research and writing skills expected at university



Creativity, action and service

(CAS):

Encourages students to be involved in artistic pursuits, sports and community service

Education outside the classroom

Development of the learner profile

150 Hours Guideline



This course examines how knowledge is inter-related across diverse subjects

The course teaches and encourages critical thinking

Students investigate what they know, how they know it and why they believe as they do

Students will complete a TOK essay and internal presentation

TOK runs 100 hours


University recognition: How well is the diploma recognized by universities?

The IB diploma is widely recognized by the world’s leading universities.

http://www.ibo.org/diploma/recognition/index.cfm Canadian University Recognition Hand-out McGill University Quote: (from website)

• McGill has enthusiastically recruited IB students for over two decades. Even today, when reviewing an application from an IB Diploma candidate, whether from the local CEGEP, across Canada or the other side of the globe, our admissions officers can be assured of the candidate's strong and broad-based academic preparation. We have seen that IB students embrace the rigorous academic challenges of university life and perform well in their McGill programs. As a member of the College and University Recognition Taskforce, I can attest to the respected position of the IB diploma at prestigious universities throughout North America.

Kim BartlettDirector of Admissions and RecruitmentMcGill University

http://www.ibo.org/diploma/recognition/index.cfm


University recognition: How well is the diploma recognized by universities?

The IB diploma is widely recognized by the world’s leading universities.

ANCASTER HIGH’S TOP 5 UNIVERSITY DESTINATION SELECTIONS - 2010

McMaster UniversityUniversity # of Student Applications

Possible Transfer Credits

McMaster UniversityLink

140 18 units = 3 full credits if 5 or above in HL only

Western UniversityLink

88 Each HL course 5 or above. * 2nd Year status

Guelph UniversityLink

85 Max 2 credits for 5 or above in HL courses

Brock UniversityLink


Queen’s UniversityLink


http://registrar.mcmaster.ca/future/ibprogram.html

http://registrar.mcmaster.ca/future/ibprogram.html

http://www.welcome.uwo.ca/preview/admissions/ib.html

http://www.uoguelph.ca/registrar/calendars/undergraduate/current/c04/index.shtml

https://www.brocku.ca/webcal/2009/undergrad/admi.html

http://www.queensu.ca/admission/apply/firstyear/requirements/ib.html


Ancaster: Preparing for the Rigours of the IB Diploma

• Students are recommended to enroll in the International Studies Preparation Program (ISP) in grades 9 and 10.

• Planning for IB courses with IB Counselor

• Planning for CAS requirements with CAS coordinator

• Attend Extended Essay seminar in their Grade 10 year

• Attend IB Conferences in grade 9 and 10 year. We will have up to one ½ day per semester for IB students to explore topics like: Global Understanding, IB Preparation, University Preparation, PSAT Prep and Team Building


• Provide time for enhanced activities that will expose and prepare students for the challenges in the Grade 11 and 12 IB Program

• Classes in the Grade 9 ISP Programme include English, Math, Science and Geography

• Classes in the Grade 10 ISP Programme include English, Math x 2, Science, History and French.

• You will travel as a separate cohort (group) in those classes only in grades 9 and 10. You will be with the rest of the student population for your other classes in those 2 years.

• An 80% in an ISP class will equal an 80% in an OSSD class.

An ISP class that will do the following:

1. IB like assessments to prepare you for the IBDP. Ex. French and History

2. International Mindedness and Learner Profile weaved into lessons directly.

3. TOK lessons connected to curriculum in grade 9 and 10

4. Students will also be involved with ISP field trips, guest speakers and some release periods to prepare for transitioning to IB in their grade 11 year.

5. In grade 10, in second semester their MCR 3U1 credit is unofficially their first IB course.

International Studies Preparation Programme


Grade 9 and 10 Sample Timetable

Grade 10

Semester One Semester Two

MPM 2D ISP Enhanced ENG2D ISP Enhanced

SNC 2D ISP Enhanced FSF 2D ISP Enhanced

CHC 2D ISP Enhanced MCR 3U ISP Enhanced

Careers/Civics (optional credit) Optional Credit

Grade 9

Semester One Semester Two

MPM 1D ISP Enhanced ENG 1D ISP Enhanced

SNC 1D ISP Enhanced CGC 1D ISP Enhanced

Phys-ed (3 choices) FSF 1D1

Arts Credit (drama, visual, music

Optional Credit(BTT, HFN, TIJ)


IB - THE HEXAGON


IB Assessment in Ontario- students receive both their OSSD and IB Diploma

IB Course HL=3 Sem. SL=2 Sem. OSSD equivalent

Group 1: English HL ENG3U, ENG4U, ETS 4U

Group 2: French B SL FSF3U, FSF4U

Group 2: Spanish ab initio SL LWS BO1, LWS CD1

Group 3: History SL/HL CHA 3U,CHY 4U, CHI 4U

Group 3: ITGS SL BTA 3O, HSB 4M

Group 4: Chemistry SL/HL SCH 3U, SCH 4U, PSE 4U

Group 4: Biology SL/HL SBI 3U, SBI 4U, SNC 4M

Group 4: Physics SL SPH 3U1, SPH 4U1

Group 5: Math SL/HL(Math Studies Available too)

MHF 4U, MCV 4U, MDM 4UMCR 3U**, MDM 4U

Group 6: Visual Arts SL AVI 3M, AVI 4M

Core: TOK HZT 4U

RED = extra credit given to HL student / ** repeat credit from grade 10


Semester 1 (Grade 11) Semester 2 (Grade 11) Semester 1(Grade 12) Semester 2 (Grade 12) Exams May 2013

Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3 Semester 4 Math SL

English A1 HL(ENG 3U1)

Chemistry HL/SL(SCH 3U1)

English A1 HL(ENG 4U1)

English A1 HL(ETS 4U1)

English HL

Biology HL(SBI 3U1)

Math SL (MHF 4U1)

Biology HL/SL(SBI 4U1)

History Route 2 HLWith TOK(CHI 4U1)

History Route 2 HL

History Route 2 HLWith TOK(CHA 3U1)

History Route 2 HL

With TOK(CHY 4U1)

Math SL(MCV 4U1)

Biology HL(PSE 4U1)

(if SL – Study Period)

Chemistry SL

French B(FSF 3U1)

French B (exam May)

(FSF 4U1)

Chemistry HL/SL(SCH 4U1)

Chemistry HL(SNC 4M1)

(if SL – Study Period)

Biology HL

Sample Time Table for 2011 to 2013

Note: Timetable would change if Spanish was your choice over 2 years. Spanish ab initio must be taught over 2 school years and your exam would be in May 2013.Note: This timetable will be different for many students as our selections in groups 3,4,5 and 6 have grown.


Services: What is special about IB assessment?IB assessment is rigorous, criterion related, consistent and differentiating of student ability.

Diploma Programme assessment includes both final examinations and internal assessment undertaken by the teacher to IB criteria and then externally moderated by the IB.

Marks awarded for each course range from 1 (lowest) to 7 (highest).

The diploma is graded over 45 points giving ample scope to differentiate student ability

Diploma is awarded to students who gain at least 24 points.

Grade Level Descriptors developed for each subject

In General:

7 Excellent performance

6 Very good performance

5 Good performance

4 Satisfactory performance

3 Mediocre performance

2 Poor performance

1 Very poor performance

Diploma Programme assessment – principles and practice – available on www.ibo.org


Ontario University Marks Conversion Scale

Developed by Ontario Universities to ensure consistency around reporting of grades on the OSSD

IB Grade OSSD % Range MoE 4 Point Scale

7 96-100% 4++

6 90-95% 4+

5 80-89% 4

4 70-79% 3

3 60-69% 2

2 50-59% 1


Predicting first-performance at UBC, 2003 - 2006

The results of the three year study show a strong correlation between graduating with an IB diploma and success during first year at UBC.

University of British Columbia - 4 Year Study onIB Marks vs Performance at University


Adjustment to Grade Conversion Scale

Old scale

IB 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45

% 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100

New scale

IB 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45

% 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100


Skill/Ability IB Non-IB

Library skills 48% 27%

Research skills 53% 37%

Ability to prepare and make a presentation 43% 29%

Ability to read and comprehend academic material 62% 43%

Analytical and critical thinking skills 51% 41%

Quantitative (mathematical and statistical) skills 34% 31%

Ability to appreciate cultural and global diversity 84% 72%

Ability to take personal social responsibility 65% 58%

Ability to be clear and effective when writing 46% 37%

Ability to understand and appreciate aboriginal cultures 32% 38%

Ability to speak clearly and effectively in English 77% 66%

New to UBC Survey (end of 1st Semester)


Items to Consider as a Family:

Is it right for YOUR child..IB Learner Profile Taking the ISP Program is the best way to determine

IB readiness for your child. Course Selection within a set framework in Grades 11

and 12 Financial cost (see next slide) Out-of-Catchment and Travel Commitment to the Core of the Program (CAS, TOK,

and the Extended Essay) Transfer Credits for 5 or higher scores in HL course.

Currently one university course costs between $1400 and $2000


Program Fees

Reasons for Program Fees• IB Schools pay yearly fees to the IBO to be able to deliver

their curriculum and give students the opportunity to earn an IB Diploma.

• Examinations Fees for registering students in IBIS (IBO computer system) and to sit for examinations

• Courier Fees- All examinations and Internal Assessment must go around the World for marking and moderation

• Teacher Training – all IB teachers need to be trained in an intensive 4 day workshop, locations all over North America


Program Fee Structure 2010-2011

Fees have been calculated on a cost recovery basis.

Registration: $200.00 (upon Application in Grade 8, non-refundable)

Per Semester: $500.00(1st payment, January of Gr.10; 2nd payment, Sept. Gr.11; 3rd payment, June Gr.11; 4th payment, Sept. Gr. 12.)

Total for complete programme: $2,200.00Families with financial needs may apply to the Board for support through our school.

Applications: Available on School website AHS IB Handbook available on website Application MUST include:

• A fully completed IB Application package which includes:• A teacher reference form• Final grade 7 report card and first grade 8 report card.• 250 word paragraph response written by the student• Registration form and $200 Non-Refundable Registration Fee


Principal Judy Langsner – [email protected] ext. 305

IB CoordinatorJason Smith – [email protected] ext. 318

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