Introduction to the Diploma Programme 2016 IBIB

GRADUATING CLASS OF 2015

Why the IB Diploma? The IB Diploma Programme (DP) is an academically challenging and balanced programme of education with final examinations that prepares students for success at university and life beyond. It has been designed to address the intellectual, social, emotional and physical well-being of students. The programme, has gained recognition and respect from the world’s leading universities.

key dates presented in the essay. 2An effective conclusion is clearly stated; it is relevant to the research question and consistent with the evidence presented in the essay. It should include unresolved questions where appropriate to the subject concerned. I: formal presentation (Objective 5) This criterion assesses the extent to which the layout, organization, appearance and formal elements of the essay consistently follow a standard format. The formal elements are: title page, table of contents, page numbers, illustrative material, quotations, documentation (including references, citations and bibliography) and appendices (if used). Achievement levelDescriptor 0The formal presentation is unacceptable, or the essay exceeds 4,000 words. 1The formal presentation is poor. 2The formal presentation is satisfactory. 3The formal presentation is good. 4The formal presentation is excellent. J: abstract (Objective 5) The requirements for the abstract are for it to state clearly the research question that was investigated, how the investigation was undertaken and the conclusion(s) of the essay. Achievement levelDescriptor 0The abstract exceeds 300 words or one or more of the required elements of an abstract (listed above) is missing. 1The abstract contains the elements listed above but they are not all clearly stated. 2The abstract clearly states all the elements listed above. K: holistic judgment (Objective 1) The purpose of this criterion is to assess the qualities that distinguish an essay from the average, such as intellectual initiative, depth of understanding and insight. While these qualities will be clearly present in the best work, less successful essays may also show some evidence of them and should be rewarded under this criterion. Achievement levelDescriptor 0The essay shows no evidence of such qualities. 1The essay shows little evidence of such qualities. 2The essay shows some evidence of such qualities. 3The essay shows clear evidence of such qualities. 4The essay shows considerable evidence of such qualities. presented in the essay. 2An effective conclusion is clearly stated; it is relevant to the research question and consistent with the evidence presented in the essay. It should include unresolved questions where appropriate to the subject concerned. I: formal presentation (Objective 5) This criterion assesses the extent to which the layout, organization, appearance and formal elements of the essay consistently follow a standard format. The formal elements are: title page, table of contents, page numbers, illustrative material, quotations, documentation (including references, citations and bibliography) and appendices (if used). Achievement levelDescriptor 0The formal presentation is unacceptable, or the essay exceeds 4,000 words. 1The formal presentation is poor. 2The formal presentation is satisfactory. 3The formal presentation is good. 4The formal presentation is excellent. J: abstract (Objective 5) The requirements for the abstract are for it to state clearly the research question that was investigated, how the investigation was undertaken and the conclusion(s) of the essay. Achievement levelDescriptor 0The abstract exceeds 300 words or one or more of the required elements of an abstract (listed above) is missing. 1The abstract contains the elements listed above but they are not all clearly stated. 2The abstract clearly states all the elements listed above. K: holistic judgment (Objective 1) The purpose of this criterion is to assess the qualities that distinguish an essay from the average, such as intellectual initiative, depth of understanding and insight. While these qualities will be clearly present in the best work, less successful essays may also show some evidence of them and should be rewarded under this criterion. Achievement levelDescriptor 0The essay shows no evidence of such qualities. 1The essay shows little evidence of such qualities. 2The essay shows some evidence of such qualities. 3The essay shows clear evidence of such qualities. 4The essay shows considerable evidence of such qualities. 2 Feb Teacher recommendations 15 Feb Introduction to the IB Diploma 15 Feb Course selection evening 19 Feb Course Selection Form due 22 Feb-4 Mar Individual student subject counseling

Teacher Recommendations: 2 ND February

Final Course Selection Form Due: 9 th March

Overview subject groups subject per group higher level (HL) standard level (SL)

What makes the Diploma unique? CAS TOK EE Creativity, Activity and Service Theory of Knowledge Extended Essay

Groups 1&2 Group 1SLHL Literature (English) Language & Literature (English) Literature (Korean) Language & Literature (Korean) Literature (Vietnamese) Literature (Self-Taught) Eg., Malay, Italian, Spanish, Spanish  Group 2SLHL English B French B Spanish B Mandarin B Spanish Ab initio (Beginner) Mandarin Ab initio (Beginner) Languages Language & LiteratureLanguage Acquisition

Group 3 SLHL History Economics Business and Management Geography Individuals & Societies

Group 4 SLHL Biology Chemistry Physics Sport, exercise and Health Science x Experimental Sciences

Group 5 SLHL Mathematics Mathematics Studies  Mathematics

Group 6 SLHL Visual Arts Music Theatre The Arts

Assessment? Internal and external assessment and examinations Each subject graded 1 – 7 = 42 3 bonus points: Extended Essay and TOK = Total: 45 Diploma pass mark is 24 points (provided certain conditions are met)

Global students Global students scoring Global average score30.2 ISHCMC 2015 average 32

Maximum total points available45 Points to achieve a pass24* Global Average pass rate80%

Number of students registered: 61 Number of diploma and retake students: 59 Number of students who gained Diploma 50 Number of bilingual diplomas 29 (58%) Av points attained 32 World Av 2015 : 30.3 Highest score students number of students above 40: Results

Creativity, Activity & Service

Where can I find information? The International Baccalaureate website:

Where can I find information?

Advice from the College Guidance Counsellor Paul Gordon Matthew Szweda

1. Leverage & Lean on your strengths. (Do what you do best.) 1. Đòn bẩy và dựa vào thế mạnh của mình. (Hãy làm những gì bạn làm tốt nhất.) 1. 지레의작용을이용하여당신의힘에의지하십 시오 ( 자기가최선을다할수있는일을수행하십시오 )

2. Take care of the ‘basics’ (Challenge yourself in English and Math). 2. Quan tâm đ ến của vấn đ ề c ơ bản (Thách thức chính mình bằng tiếng Anh và Toán). 2. ' 근본 ' 을주의하십시오 ( 영어와수학에자신에게도전하십시오 )

3. Don’t narrow your focus (Diversity over specialization.) 3. Đừng thu hẹp sự quan tâm ( đ a dạng h ơ n chuyên môn.) 3. 자신의관심대상을제한하시지마십시오 ( 전문화를통해서다양화하십시오 )

4. Take special care of your opportunities outside the classroom. (CAS) 4. Nắm lấy các c ơ hội bên ngoài lớp học. (CAS) 4. (CAS) 교실 밖에서자신에게특별한기회를만드십시오