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Diploma Program

IB Diploma Programme Information Seminar for Grade10 Students and Parents. Diploma Program.

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Diploma Program

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  1. IB Diploma Programme Information Seminar for Grade10 Students and Parents Diploma Program

  2. 1. Subject and Core component display and discussion in the cafeteria2. Coffee/Juice and snacks 3. Welcome and Introductions - Mrs. Langsner4. IB: The Key Components of the Programme - Mr. Baker/Mr. Smith5. Next Steps towards IB in September 20136. Overall Questions AGENDA Page 2

  3. 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

  4. 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 Page 4

  5. How is IB Different? • external assessments = trusted, reliable grades worldwide • critical thinking skills needed for the 21st century • creates adaptable learners for an ever changing post-secondary education and workforce • appreciation of the perspectives of others, more empathy in dealing with others is very important in many professions such as business, medicine and law. • IB is the WHY(causes and consequences), and the HOW(analyze and synthesis) of the WHAT(knowledge of facts). • Turner Fenton Secondary School Statistics • IBDP has been in existence since 1998 in Brampton, ON. • 2011 graduates • 72 of the 135 diploma graduates had a 90% average • Average IB score was 32, world average last year was 29 • 100% university acceptance • Harvard has requested last year to come and visit Turner Fenton specifically to attract their IB students.

  6. Who is it for and what are the benefits to my child? • University Preparation Program • Studies have been and are being published of the success rates of IB Students once they enter University • Internationally Written Curriculum • Students will be exposed to curriculum that connects them to Global Education • Transferable to 130 Countries and University Acceptance • Internationally recognized and widely thought of as a quality controlled and dynamic curriculum • Transfer Credit • Students can apply for University credit based on their results in IB examinations • Two Diplomas = 2 different academic scores to apply for your university program of choice. Page 6

  7. Contents: What does the Diploma Programme curriculum contain? The curriculum contains six subject groups and a core of three parts. Students study concurrently: • 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.

  8. Higher (HL) vs. Standard Level (SL) • Each student MUST select a minimum of 3 HL and 3 SL courses • Their selection should match their intended University pathway • Higher Level • 240 Hours studying the curriculum in more depth (not necessarily harder….just digging deeper • Usually 3 semesters of the four in Grades 11 and 12 • Internal Assessments often the same as the SL course • Final Examination has an extra paper which will focus on the extra optional units • Students can take four if it fits their schedule • Students can NOT write a HL exam in their Grade 11 year • Standard Level • 150 Hours studying the curriculum, usually 2 semesters • Final Examination can be taken in Grade 11 or 12 (Anticipated vs. Diploma)

  9. University of British Columbia - 4 Year Study on IB Marks vs Performance at University Adjustment to Grade Conversion Scale Old scale New scale

  10. New to UBC Survey

  11. IB Assessment in Ontario- students receive both their OSSD and IB Diploma RED = extra credit given to HL student / ** repeat credit from grade 10

  12. 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 can change after student selections have been submitted.

  13. How do students work towards 2 diplomas? Use English as an example

  14. 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

  15. Ontario University Marks Conversion Scale • Developed by Ontario Universities to ensure consistency around reporting of grades on the OSSD

  16. Mark Band Explanation Suzy is a low level 5 (IB) which is about an 83% (OSSD).

  17. The IB Diploma and the OSSD IB Diploma: • awarded after 2 years of study • Based on internal and external evaluations including final evaluations for each course area (6 in total) • Students must score a minimum of 24 diploma points to earn the diploma • Students must complete evaluations for Extended Essay and Theory of Knowledge • Students must complete the requirements for Creativity, Action and Service

  18. The IB Diploma and the OSSD – cont. OSSD • Awarded when students earn 30 credits in total from grade 9 – 12, including 18 required courses • Pass the OSSLT – Grade 10 Literacy Test • Submit 40 hours of Volunteer Community Involvement Each semester IB students will earn OSSD credits for related OSSD curriculum in each period.

  19. Reporting Grades for IB/OSSD Students • Grade Information is sent to Ontario universities 3 times from the high schools • Information for the OSSD is sent electronically to the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre • IB information will include a combination of electronic and manual submissions • Feb, April and July of their grade 12 year is when marks go in. • IB students will have a predicted 1 to 7 score for each subject area in Feb and April. • Those same predicted scores will determine their OSSD average in those course by the conversion table • Final IB grades are released on July 5/6 after graduation. The IBO will send your final grades directly to your selected university.

  20. How will universities view these documents • Ontario university admissions offices will use whatever works in the best interest of the student • Scholarships will be determined by whatever works in the best interest of the student for Ontario universities • University credit transfer will be determined based on final IB marks submitted to the university from IB • Each university may have its own policy on credit transfer • Students may need to meet with university officials to determine exact credit transfer details

  21. Admissions

  22. University Scholarships for IB • Universities are recognizing the value of IB Diplomas with scholarship levels and special scholarships for IB graduates. (this is in addition to monies saved from transfer credits) Western University – IB/OSSD Scholarship

  23. University Scholarships for IB

  24. Preparing for University Admissions Ontario Universities • Many programs use marks only as the basis for admission • Some Ontario universities require additional forms, such as the Personal Statement of Experience and Supplementary Essay (Queen’s University) • Some Ontario universities allow these additional experience forms to “improve” entrance grades • No specific additional testing is required for admission • CAS and EE will help students with such these additional requirements

  25. Preparing for University Admissions US Universities • Most will require SAT or ACT tests for admission and scholarship purposes • Ancaster High School is a PSAT test centre (first PSAT tests were written in October 2011) • SAT tests – reading, writing, math • ACT tests – English, math, science, reading • Most US universities now use the Common Application for admissions

  26. International University Admission • The IB Diploma will be a more recognizable level of achievement than the OSSD • Students will have a clear goal for admissions criteria • Each university will have its own admission criteria (may include letters of support, school profile…)

  27. IB University Preparation • We are taking grade 10,11,12 students to the IB – University Information Fair • The expectation is to see which universities are actively seeking out IB students, what benefits at the university IB students will receive and to become familiar with the way IB diplomas are reviewed by university admissions offices • Date: TBA • In grade 12 we will have separate university admission and scholarship seminars for IB students.

  28. Next Steps Towards IB in September 2013 December 2012 - individual meetings with students and Mr. Smith December 2012 - applications with IB choices given out to discuss as a family over the winter break. January 2013 - IB specific option sheet session and options due on Tuesday, January 8, 2013 First installment cheque post-dated for March 1st due with application. March 1st, 2013 - Grade 10 IB Retreat - for committed IB students a lunch and afternoon of organized team building activities with our IB Year 1 and 2 students. April/May/June 2013 - Extended Essay sessions for skill building

  29. How well do you know IB now? IB Test Principal Judy Langsner – judy.langsner@hwdsb.on.ca 905-648-4468 ext 305 IB Coordinator Jason Smith – jason.smith@hwdsb.on.ca 905-648-4468-318

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