1. Advanced IB Studies Spring 2013 Cohorts

2. About FAST TRAIN Programs Began in 1990 as a cooperation with VDOE, US State Department, and MASON 1,200 graduates teaching in over 40 countries Programs include: – Elementary Education, ESL Education, Special Education, and Advanced IB Studies

3. Why Choose FAST TRAIN NCATE, VDOE, and SACS accredited Only one of 12 universities worldwide approved by the IB Experience in international and VA education Flexibly scheduled and online coursework

4. Advanced Studies in IB Certificate Five courses for certificate – EDUC 621: Teaching and Learning in the IB Schools – EDUC 622: Curriculum Development Across IB Programs – EDUC 623: Models & Strategies for Teaching & Learning in IB Schools – EDUC 624: Assessment & Learning in IB Schools – EDUC 626: Inquiry into Action: IB Teachers, Learners, and Schools Earn the IB Teacher Award Level I

5. Advanced Studies in IB M.Ed. Advanced Studies in Teaching & Learning Program (ASTL) – 5 additional courses for M.Ed. (one calendar year) – Earn IB Teacher Award Level II – Program fully aligned with National Board Professional Teaching Standards

6. Why Complete the Program? Gain an in-depth AND broad knowledge of the IB curriculum Earn graduate credit, certificate or Master’s degree Qualify for post-graduate license or licensure renewal points Become Highly Qualified Teacher with M.Ed.

7. Coursework Assignments allow you to explore issues involved in IB education – Learn about PYP, MYP & DP, but focus on the area appropriate for you 20 hours of fieldwork Required – First course completed in an authorized IB school – Additional fieldwork completed in your school/classroom

8. Partnership With Cohort Teachers FAST TRAIN Programs can provide... – Instructors with IB experience – Diverse classrooms with novice and experience teachers... in flexibly scheduled courses

9. Partnership With Cohort Teachers Cohort Teachers can gain... – International exposure – Foundations in pedagogy and ESL best-practices – A network of support through FAST TRAIN students, faculty and staff... while currently teaching

10. Admissions Requirements Admissions Process – GMU Requirements: Deadline November 15 Bachelor’s degree; 3.0 GPA Department Form Goals statement Two Official Transcripts Three letters of recommendation Online application & fee

11. Contact Us http://fasttrain.gmu.edu Jennifer Lebrón, Coordinator jlebron@gmu.edu Jackie Kakar, Outreach Coordinator jkakar@gmu.edu jkakar@gmu.edu Stacy Wilson, Academic Advisor swilsono@gmu.edu