MindMap Gallery IB Curriculum Explained
IB Programs Explained is a comprehensive guide for students, parents, and educators, understanding the four programs offered by the International Baccalaureate—their structures, assessments, and value. This framework explores six core dimensions: IB Programs by Age Range and organizes four programmes: PYP (Primary Years Programme) (ages 3-12, transdisciplinary inquiry), MYP (Middle Years Program) (ages 11-16, connecting subjects to real-world applications), DP (Diploma Program) (ages 16-19, rigorous academic preparation), CP (Career-related Programme) (ages 16-19, combining academic and career pathways). Program Structure Comparison presents quick mapping of PYP, MYP, DP, CP across core elements, subject configurations, and assessment approaches. Key Terms Glossary analysis core concepts: ATL (Approaches to Learning) (skill development), IA (Internal Assessment) (school-based teacher assessment), External Assessment (standardized written exams), Moderation (grade standardization), Criterion-related Assessment (standards-based evaluation), TOK/EE/CAS (Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, Creativity-Activity-Service). Assessment by Programme distinguishes assessment models: DP combines IA and external exams, MYP uses ePortfolios, PYP relies on teacher observations and learning showcases. Typical Student Pathways illustrates learning journeys from PYP through DP/CP to higher education or careers, with entry points and articulation across stages. Post-IB Outcomes explores university recognition globally, credit transfer policies, and diverse graduate pathways. This guide enables systematic grasp of the IB programs landscape, empowering informed decisions about which IB pathway best fits individual goals.
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