International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme

UpdatesOctober 10, 2012

Where we are…….

• Teachers trained• What does IB professional

development look like?• More about our timeline and the

process• Next steps

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Teachers Trained (Scheduled) to DateCategory Brooks Julian

Complete Scheduled Complete Scheduled

Language A 3 2

Language B 1 1

Math 1 2 1 2

Science 1 1 2

Humanities 1 1

PE 1

Art/Music 2

Technology

Coordinator/HOS 1 2

Sub Total 7 4 6 8

Grand Total 11 14

What District 97 Teachers Say about IB

“The IB philosophy fits perfectly with the beliefs and values of the larger Oak Park community. In addition, it provides teachers with a framework

to teach in accordance with this philosophy.”

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What District 97 Teachers Say about IB

“IB not only emphasizes best teaching practices, it also focuses on creating global citizens. I see a better

future for our world through IB. IB encompasses the best practices

that are already going on in our school.”

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MYP Curriculum

• The IB program does not replace the current curriculum; rather it enhances it, fostering creativity for both students and teachers.

• IB is designed to provide academic rigor and social-emotional development for ALL students across the educational spectrum.

MYP Fundamental Concepts

• Holistic Learning• Intercultural Awareness• Communication

IB Program Model

Moving from 2D to 3D

What is a 21st century learner?

“Information without intellect is meaningless”. —H. Lynn Erickson

Walking the Talk – the MYP Unit Planner

MYP Unit Planner – Stage 1

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Significant concept(s)(abstract, timeless, universal)

The “WHAT”

Key concepts

Related concepts(disciplinary understandings – the Big Ideas for the unit)

Concept statement

Key Concepts

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Key Concepts are:

Abstract: Concepts stimulate higher-level thinking by causing students to rise above the fact base to gain understanding.

Timeless: Concepts remain constant even though the fact base that supports the concepts may change over time.

Universal: Concepts can be applied across the fields of knowledge.

Represented by one or two words, or a short phrase

Specific examples of the concept reflect common attributes.

Dr. Lynn Erickson

Walking the Talk – the MYP Unit Planner

Areas of interaction: Approaches to Learning, Environments, Health & Social Education, Human Ingenuity, Community & Service

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Areas of Interaction Focus(Global Context)

The “WHY”

Provides connections to other subject areas and to the real world.Since the Approaches to Learning will take place in all units, it should not be considered to be the main focus.

IB and the Common Core

• Since it was originally established in the 1960s, the IB has focused on developing challenging educational programmes that prepare students for college and career success.

• The IB’s goals and core values are in genuine alignment with the aims and desired outcomes of the common core.

2012/13 School Year Consideration/Request for Candidacy- Submit applications for both schools January-March 2013- Submit $4,000 application fee per school

2013/14 School YearCandidate Phase /Request for Authorization- Notification of candidacy (anticipated June 2013)- Submit $9,500 candidate fee per school- Work with consultant (18 months)

IB MYP Implementation Timeline

2014/15 School YearCandidate Phase/Verification - Submit $9,500 candidate fee per school - Continue work with consultant- October 2014 – submit application for authorization- Receive feedback from IB regarding application- Authorization visit – Spring 2015

2015/16 School YearFully Authorized IB Status- Submit ongoing $8,700 IB School Fee (ongoing)

IB MYP Implementation Timeline- Cont.

Next Steps

• Complete application• Consider changes for 2013-14 School Year• Ongoing professional development for middle

school staff• Continue to educate parents and community

members about IB

IB“Enrichment for all”