2015 IB WORKSHOPS
Phyllis J. Washington College of Education & Human Sciences, U of M Campus
August 3 - 5, 2015
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International Baccalaureate Workshops
August 3 - 5th, 2015 - University of Montana
These workshops will provide an opportunity for educational leaders,
decision makers and practitioners from schools, to come together to share
best practices around cultivating the way we educate students. Motivated
by the IB mission, these series of workshops will foster partnerships,
participation and provide a forum for discussions on educational quality.
The International Baccalaureate® (IB)
offers many benefits to teachers.
IB teachers are given access to:
 High quality professional
development that encourages
critical thinking, self-reflection
and dedication to lifelong learning
and continuous improvement.
 Innovative and diverse
2015 Workshops include:
education frameworks, unit
planners, teaching resources
and evaluation tools.
Theory of Knowledge, IB Diploma Programme (Cat 2)
TOK – it is appropriate to high school teachers. No previous
courses necessary.
 Certification and degree
Inquiry, (PYP) Primary Years Programme (Cat 3)
K-5 teachers in Primary Years Programs. Previous experience
and knowledge of IB Programmes is highly recommended.
 A pedagogy known to produce
Continuum, Indigenous Ways of Knowing (Cat 3)
K-20 and appropriate to level. Previous experience
and knowledge of IB Programmes is highly recommended.
* Category 2 - Developing expertise in current IB educators.
Workshops look at assessment, teaching and learning methodologies, and best
practice in the classroom. They are for educators who have already been teaching
their particular IB programme. Participants will be expected to have a good
understanding of their programme, as well as practical experience in assessment,
so they can share good practices.
* Category 3 - Strengthening skills and sharing exceptional practice.
Workshops vary in terms of audience. Some are for more experienced educators
who want to enhance their professional development portfolios, while others are
for all educators – those with and without a great deal of experience. Participants
will engage in detailed discussions on topics such as learning theory, pedagogy,
assessment, and other scholarly interests.
Hosted by:
programmes offered by highly
respected universities worldwide.
students who are motivated to
continue inquiry and lifelong l
earning, beyond school study.
MCPS Compensation
Options:
Choose one :
12 hours - MCPS PIR
(2015-2016)
or
1 MCPS Salary
Advancement Credit
or
$150 Stipend
Plus:
15 hours OPI Renewal
Credit available
&
Certificate of Completion
for 15 hours
For more information
& to register, please visit:
www.umt.edu/sell/cps/mcps-ibw