1. MILES MACDONELL COLLEGIATE International Baccalaureate Information Meeting

2. What is the IB Diploma Program? Pre-University Diploma Utilizes international standards Based on an integrated curriculum Infused with “globalism”

3. How do the students benefit? Considered to be the best University Preparatory program available Opportunity to earn University Credits while in High School Specific and general scholarship opportunities Challenging classes with a wide range of fellow students

4. Diploma or Certificate? Diploma – The full program challenging the whole student Certificate – Partial IB taking courses in areas of strength

5. Paths to Obtain the Diploma Group 1: English (Higher Level) Group 2: 2 nd Language »French (Standard Level) »Français (immersion students)(Higher Level) »Spanish Ab Initio (beginner language)(Standard Level) »Japanese Ab Initio (beginner language)(Standard Level) Group 3: History (Higher Level) Group 4: Sciences »Chemistry (Standard Level) »Physics (Higher Level) »Biology (Higher Level) Group 5: Mathematics (Standard Level) Group 6: Electives »Music Production (Higher Level) »Theatre Arts (Standard Level) »2 nd Science Elective (Higher Level) »3 rd Language Elective (Standard Level)

6. All IB courses are enhanced and advanced courses Standard courses are at least 150 hours in length Higher level courses are at least 240 hours in length Diploma students need to take 3 HL and 3 SL courses, and 1 course from each group Things to Consider

7. IB Points 3 HL and 3 SL courses IB Grades from 1-7 = maximum 42 points ToK and Extended Essay = 3 points Total point available = 45 points IB DIPLOMA = 24 points (12 higher level)

8. Scholarships – U of Manitoba Academic Entrance Scholarships University of Manitoba 95-100%-$2000 92.5-95%-$1700 90-92%-$1400 87-89%-$1100 85-86%-$800 IB Scholarships University of Manitoba 43 points-$2800 40 points-$2500 37 points-$2200 34 points-$1900 31 points-$1600 28 points -$1300 25 points-$1100 Top Up Awards - $250 for a seven on a higher level course $200 for a six on higher level, or seven on standard level $150 for a five on a higher level

9. Scholarships – U of Winnipeg Academic Entrance Scholarships University of Winnipeg 95-100%-$2250 90-94%-$1750 86-89%-$1100 80-86%-$800 IB Scholarships University of Winnipeg 30 points or more - $2250

10. University Credits In addition to scholarships, students may earn University credits by scoring: a 4 or better on most courses (U of M) a 5 or better on any HL courses (U of W)

11. Preparing for University Any diploma combination will fill the requirements for general admission at university. General admission is all that is required for the following university disciplines: Arts: anthropologysociology languagesart native studieseconomics religion/theologyhistory film studiespolitical studies classicscriminology geographydrama/theatre philosophypsychology linguisticswomen’s studies

12. Preparing for University Any diploma combination will fill the requirements for general admission at university. General admission is all that is required for the following university disciplines: Business: accountingactuarial math entrepreneurshipfinance human resourcesinternational business marketingcommerce Etc: EducationMusic Nursing Physical Ed. & Recreation Social Work

13. Programs Which Require Specific Courses Agricultural & Food Sciences: Chemistry Physics (pre-vet studies) Dental Hygiene: Chemistry Biology Dentistry:Chemistry Physics Engineering: Chemistry Physics Human Ecology:Chemistry & Biology Medicine: Chemistry & Biology Physics Recommended

14. Programs Which Require Specific Courses Pharmacy: Chemistry & Biology Biological Sciences: Biology Chemistry & Physics recommended Physical Sciences: Chemistry Physics Environmental Sciences: Chemistry Physics Biology recommended  For faculties which require or recommend all three sciences, students should take two of them at the IB level and one as a regular High School course.

15. IB Science Course General Information Higher Level (240 hours) Biology, Physics completed over 2 years grade 11 all year, every other day + grade 12 every day until IB exam period (May) for registration – sign up for only 32S

16. IB Science Course General Information Standard Level (150 hours) Chemistry completed over 1 year every day until IB exam period (May) grade 11 & 12 semester 1 and 2 respectively for registration – sign up for both 32S and 42S Chemistry

17. IB Science Course General Information Choosing the science courses should be based on: –Faculty or course of study at the post- secondary level –course pre-requisites at post-secondary level –your interest in the subject area

18. IB Science Course General Information Each course is different and thus provides different challenges Strong student work ethic is the foundation to success in any course There is no science course “easier” than the other

19. IB Science Course General Information Common Characteristics: –same type of IB assessments –Internal Assessment 24 % (Practical, Lab Work) –External Assessment 76 % (Final Exams) –Each 42S/A course is accepted as a University pre-requisite

20. IB Science Course General Information many topics learned in each of the courses are university level topics each course relies on consistent and steady work and study habits each course may earn the student a university credit

21. IB Science Course General Information Unique Characteristics Chemistry 40 hours of lab work, labs done weekly Some math base needed as well as reading and comprehension skills Course requirements are lab reports, content tests and assignments

22. IB Science Course General Information Unique Characteristics Biology covers high school Biology content and University level content requires frequent reading and review plus comprehension skills 60 hours of lab work required

23. IB Science Course General Information Unique Characteristics Physics requires students to have strong algebraic skills and mathematical comprehension content requires understanding of concepts 60 hours of lab work required

24. IB Language Choices French or French Immersion: French IB 42S (French B Standard Level - Grade 11) –Oral Exam and Written Exam French Immersion (Français) IB 42S (Grade 11) French Immersion (Français) IB 42A (French B Higher Level - Grade 12) –Oral Exam, Written Exam, Literature Spanish or Japanese (Ab Initio) Self-taught Language (“Mother Tongue”)

25. Theory of Knowledge Critical Thinking Questioning Basis of Knowledge

26. Extended Essay 4000 words Research Paper Choice of Topic Staff Mentor

27. Creative – Action - Service “CAS” 150 Hours Balance

28. Differences Between High School And University HIGH SCHOOL 40-80 minutes per class 25 hrs/week 1000 hrs/year (40 weeks) UNIVERSITY 1-3 hrs per class 15 hrs/week 390 hrs/year (26 weeks) CLASS TIME

29. Differences Between High School And University HIGH SCHOOL 1-2 hrs / day 5-10 hrs / week UNIVERSITY 3-4 hrs / day 3-4 hrs study / class 35-50 hrs / week HOURS OF STUDY

30. Differences Between High School And University HIGH SCHOOL Regular Testing (after each unit or chapter) Based on combination of class discussion, homework assignments and handouts UNIVERSITY 1-3 tests or exams / term Based on student’s class notes and textbook reading Essay, multiple choice or problem solving exams TESTING

31. Differences Between High School And University HIGH SCHOOL Small classes (22-30 students) Attendance taken Less formal, more discussion Notebooks / Homework Monitored Credit for in-class assignments Parents contacted if there is a problem UNIVERSITY Large classes (up to 400) No attendance taken Lecture format Work habits not monitored Only assignments handed in are graded Parents not notified INSTRUCTION

32. Differences Between High School And University HIGH SCHOOL Most time is structured Limits are set and monitored UNIVERSITY Only class time is structured; the rest is up to the student Limits are lifted FREEDOM & TIME