IB Information Evening
November 21st, 2013
730 to 830pm
Grade 8 Open House
Diploma Program
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007
IB – THE DIPLOMA MODEL
IB Programmes promote
the education of the
WHOLE PERSON,
emphasizing intellectual,
personal, emotional, and
social growth through all
domains of knowledge.
www.ibo.org
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007
IB Student Quotes – Grade 11 and 12
“Advice: Join IB! It is worth the challenge and you will be
grateful in university that you did IB” - Farida
“Now that I am preparing for university, I feel much more
confident when applying to competitive programs with an IB
Diploma” – Arjuna
“We are not just an IB class, we are an IB family” – Ash W.
“The programme as a whole is a challenge. It requires time
management and active participation. The pay-off is
incredible, I have learnt more in IB than I ever could
anywhere else.” Vincent S.
Page 3
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007
WHAT IS IB?
• IB is a two year program (begins in grade 11) that leads
to externally assessed exams in 6 different subjects.
• A rigorous program designed to offer a balanced inquiry
based curriculum that is known for its depth, challenge and
international perspective.
• students will be making connections between all subject
disciplines as the programme subjects are not learned in
isolation
• Students embark on a journey that aims at developing
life long learners and global citizens.
• to prepare students for the IBDP, AHS offers the Enriched
programming in gr. 9/10
• this 2 year Enriched programming is designed to
gradually introduce knowledge and skill that will ready
students for the challenge that begins in grade 11.
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007
The History of IB and IB in the World/Canada/Ontario
 The International Baccalaureate was founded in Geneva,
Switzerland in 1968 as a non-profit educational foundation.
 The IB works with 3,669 schools in 146 countries to offer 3 IB
programmes to approximately 1,136,000 students. (Sept 2013)
 Now 2,454 Diploma Schools Worldwide (September 2013)
 The 3 IB Programmes are PYP, MYP and DP.
 Canada ranks 2nd in total number Diploma schools with 150.
The USA has the most with 800 followed by the UK with 150 (tied
with Canada). Other notable countries Australia (63), China (50),
Mexico (57), India (77), Germany (49) (Sept 2011)
 IB Diploma Pass Rates for Canada 91%, World Average 79%
(2007)
 Canada has the highest per capita participation in the World
Page 5
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007
The History of IB and IB in the World/Canada/Ontario
 81% of all IB schools in Canada are publicly funded schools
 Each year since 2004, more than 90% of all IB exam takers in
Canada have obtained grades of 4 or above, and more than 90% of
all Diploma candidates successfully obtain one.
 Ontario is one of the largest IB growth regions in the world
 56 DP schools in Ontario
 In 2008, Ontario had the largest number of IBDiploma candidates
(1,341)
 In 2008, Ontario had the highest IB Diploma pass rate in Canada
(91%).
 Ontario also had the highest percentage of exam scores of 4 or
above (92%).
 Ancaster High, Glendale and Westdale High School all offer the IB
Diploma Programme and very similar Enriched Programming
All three schools work together as a learning team
to provide 3
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007
strong and viable programs for our students throughout the HWDSB.
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
Page 7
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007
Who is it for and what are the benefits to my child?
 Because the IB Diploma Program in Grades 11 and 12 is externally
assessed, it provides an unequalled level of quality control over skills
assessment and curriculum depth. Welcomed into the best universities worldwide Diploma Programme graduates are sought after because they are
"committed, self-confident, highly organized and risk-taking individuals with
multi-tasking capabilities.” (www.ibo.org)
University Preparation Program
•Studies continue to provide evidence that IB graduates have higher than
average success rates in university. More specifically, time management
skills, critical thinking and writing skills, and being that strong independent
adult learner. Students will gain a sense of self and move forward with
confidence.
Transfer Credit
•Students can apply for University credit based on their results in IB
examinations. Most Ontario universities allow students to gain up to 3
university credits from scores of 5 or higher in IB. Some universities offer
2nd year status upon entering university as they consider your IB
scores/diploma.
Two
yourBaccalaureate
university
© International
Organization 2007
Page 8 Diplomas = 2 different academic scores to apply for
program of choice (SEE NEXT SLIDE FOR EXAMPLE)
Student Example: IB and OSSD
ACTUAL STUDENT
EXAMPLE:
Out of
45
BEST 6 OF 10
OSSD 4U/4M
Class
IB Score Class
OSSD Avg
ENGLISH HL
6
(ENG 3U/4U, ETS 4U)
ENG 4U1
93%
French B SL
5
MCV 4U1
86%
HISTORY HL
6
CHI 4U1
85%
BIOLOGY HL
5
FSF4U1
86%
CHEMISTRY SL
(SCH 3U/4U)
6
ETS 4U1
88%
MATH SL
(MHF 4U1, MCV 4U1)
4
HZT 4U1
95%
TOK/EE POINTS
(BONUS)
3
Page 9
TOTAL
SCORE
35
88.8% AVG.
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007
Why do Universities like IB Diploma Holders?
• Accept challenges
• Critical thinking skills
• Strong academic preparation
• Awareness of holistic nature of
learning
• Externally validated
performance
• Internationally-minded
• Excellent research and writing
skills
• Good time management & study
habit skills
• Can work independently
• Mature and responsible
• Oral presentation skills
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007
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.
Page 11
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007
Curriculum Choices
Curriculum choices
• Half way through grade 10 students are asked to make their decision for IB in grade
11 and which courses to take within the IBDP.
• Students choose one course from each of six groups during both years of the
Diploma Program.
• Taking three courses at the Standard Level (150 teaching hours) and three at
the Higher Level (240 hours) provides the flexibility to delve deeply into each
student's strongest subjects, while providing a broad base of knowledge.
Course groups
Group 1: English HL (*SL considered for students with English not their first language)
Group 2: A second language (French B SL, Spanish ab initio SL)
Group 3: Individuals and Societies (History HL/SL, ITGS SL)
Group 4: Experimental Sciences (Biology HL/SL, Chemistry HL/SL, Physics SL
Group 5: Mathematics (Math Studies SL, Mathematics SL, Mathematics HL)
Group 6: The Arts (Visual Arts)
** Group 6 can be substituted with another Group 3 or 4 subject (only group 6)
** More subject areas will be added in group 2,3,6 when the demand is there and
subject expert is willing to take on the challenge
Page 12
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007
Core Components of the IBDP
The Diploma Program has three other unique features:
1 Theory of Knowledge
• Is an interdisciplinary course designed to stimulate critical thinking and reflection
• It challenges students to question the bases of knowledge, be aware of bias, and
learn to analyze the evidence used in presenting an argument.
• Students come to understand different points of view and how one's background can
affect one's perception of truth.
2 Creativity, Action and Service (CAS)
• Encourages students to involve themselves beyond the curriculum in the arts,
athletics and service to others.
• Working with the 8 Learning Outcomes of CAS students set goals and then reflect on
those goals in a variety of ways.
3 The Extended Essay
• is a 4,000-word essay that all IB Diploma Program students write on a topic of
special interest drawn from their studies.
• With the guidance of an advisor, each student conducts independent research,
prepares her ideas and organizes material for her essay.
• The skills and techniques honed in creating the Extended Essay provide valuable
practice for university work.
Page 13
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007
More IB Student Quotes….
“The IBDP will not only teach you the what, but the why.” – Avian
“TOK will change your way of thinking forever!” – Kayla W
“CAS was slightly terrifying at first but it was actually a really fun
part of the IBDP. It is a really cool way to do activities you love,
while getting hours towards the IB.” - Kennedy F
Page 14
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007
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 15
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007
Assessment in IB
Assessment in the Diploma Program
• A key feature of the International Baccalaureate is its emphasis on criterion-based
assessment of performance.
• Their learning is measured in relation to established, published standards that apply
equally to each student at every IB World School.
The IB Organization's assessment strategy
• Emphasizes validity, reliability and fairness.
• Teachers and IB examiners work as partners to ensure that students have various
opportunities to demonstrate what they have learned.
• A student's progress is assessed by her teachers through classroom and group work,
assignments, labs, and reviewed by highly qualified IB teachers.
• Examinations are held in Grade 11 and 12 and are graded externally by IB examiners.
• Up to 2 exams can be written in their anticipatory year (grade 11), depending on
course choices made by each student
• Grades are awarded on a scale of one to seven, with seven being the highest.
In addition to their exam grades
• Students may receive up to three Diploma (bonus) points for combined performance in
the Theory of Knowledge course and the Extended Essay.
• An International Baccalaureate Diploma is awarded to students who graduate with at
least 24 points, up to a maximum of 45 points.
Page 16
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007
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.
Page 17


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
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007
Enriched Program in Grade 9/10
How do we prepare our students?
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Page 18
IB League of Parents Meetings so parents can be informed to
help IB students make good choices, develop organizational
and time management skills, and to be their NUMBER 1
support system.
Students travel as a separate cohort (group) in 4 of 8 in grade
9 and 6 of 8 in grade 10 classes. Developing that ‘team’
atmosphere is a goal for all our IB teachers.
Grade 10 IB Parent and Student Evening – November of each
year
One to one meetings with IB Coordinator – December before
winter break
IB counsellors trained to help with academic and
social/emotional questions.
IB mentors (year 2 IB students attached to year 1 students)
IB retreat days in Spring and Fall for team building and Core
Component teaching
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007
Enriched Programming
How do we prepare our students?
An Enriched class that will do the following:
1. IB like assessments to prepare you for the IBDP. Ex.
French and History
2. International Mindedness and Learner Profile weaved into
lessons directly.
3. TOK lessons connected to curriculum in grade 9 and 10
4. Students will also be involved with field trips, guest
speakers and some release periods to prepare for
transitioning to IB in their grade 11 year.
5. In grade 10, in second semester their MCR 3U1 credit is
unofficially their first IB course.
6. An 80% in an Enriched class will equal an 80% in an
OSSD class.
Page 19
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007
Look what skills you will develop in
Enriched Classes!
*READING COMPREHENSION
*NOTE TAKING
*CRITICAL ANALYSIS
*RESEARCH
*ESSAY
*LAB SKILLS
*COGNITIVE
*TIME MANAGEMENT
*ORGANIZATION
*TEST-TAKING
*ORAL PRESENTATION
*IB COURSE SPECIFIC
SKILL
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007
Grade 9 and 10 Sample Timetable
Grade 9
Semester One
Semester Two
MPM 1D Enriched
ENG 1D Enriched
SNC 1D Enriched
CGC 1D Enriched
Phys-ed (3 choices)
FSF 1D1
Arts Credit (drama, visual,
music
Optional Credit
(BTT, HFN, TIJ)
Grade 10
Semester One
Semester Two
MPM 2D Enriched
ENG2D Enriched
SNC 2D Enriched
FSF 2D Enriched
CHC 2D Enriched
MCR 3U Enriched
Careers/Civics (optional credit)
Optional Credit
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007
IB Assessment in Ontario
- students receive both their OSSD and IB Diploma
IB Course HL=3 Sem. SL=2 Sem.
OSSD equivalent
Group 1: English HL
ENG3U, ENG4U, ETS 4U
Group 2: French B SL
FSF3U, FSF4U
Group 2: Spanish ab initio SL
LWS BO1, LWS CD1
Group 3: History SL/HL
CHA 3U,CHY 4U, CHI 4U
Group 3: ITGS SL
BTA 3O, HSB 4M
Group 4: Chemistry SL/HL
SCH 3U, SCH 4U, PSE 4U
Group 4: Biology SL/HL
SBI 3U, SBI 4U, SNC 4M
Group 4: Physics SL
SPH 3U1, SPH 4U1
Group 5: Math SL/HL
(Math Studies Available too)
MHF 4U, MCV 4U, MDM 4U
MCR 3U**, MDM 4U
Group 6: Visual Arts SL
AVI 3M, AVI 4M
Core: TOK
HZT 4U
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007
RED = extra credit given to HL student / ** repeat credit from grade 10
Sample Time Table for 2011 to 2013
Semester 1 (Grade 11)
Semester 2 (Grade 11)
Semester 1(Grade 12)
Semester 2 (Grade 12)
Exams May 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Semester 3
Semester 4
Math SL
English A1 HL
(ENG 3U1)
Chemistry HL/SL
(SCH 3U1)
English A1 HL
(ENG 4U1)
English A1 HL
(ETS 4U1)
English HL
Biology HL
(SBI 3U1)
Math SL
(MHF 4U1)
Biology HL/SL
(SBI 4U1)
History Route 2 HL
With TOK
(CHI 4U1)
History Route 2 HL
History Route 2 HL
With TOK
(CHA 3U1)
History Route 2
HL
With TOK
(CHY 4U1)
Math SL
(MCV 4U1)
Biology HL
(PSE 4U1)
(if SL – Study
Period)
Chemistry SL
French B
(FSF 3U1)
French B (exam
May)
(FSF 4U1)
Chemistry HL/SL
(SCH 4U1)
Chemistry HL
(SNC 4M1)
(if SL – Study
Period)
Biology HL
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. As the program grows more course offerings
are
expected
© International
Baccalaureate
Organizationin
2007
Group 3, 4 and 6.
Student Example: IB and OSSD
ACTUAL STUDENT
EXAMPLE:
Out of
45
BEST 6 OF 10
OSSD 4U/4M
Class
IB Score Class
OSSD Avg
ENGLISH HL
6
(ENG 3U/4U, ETS 4U)
ENG 4U1
93%
French B SL
5
MCV 4U1
86%
HISTORY HL
6
CHI 4U1
85%
BIOLOGY HL
5
FSF4U1
86%
CHEMISTRY SL
(SCH 3U/4U)
6
ETS 4U1
88%
MATH SL
(MHF 4U1, MCV 4U1)
4
HZT 4U1
95%
TOK/EE POINTS
(BONUS)
3
Page 24
TOTAL
SCORE
35
88.8% AVG.
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007
Ontario University Marks Conversion Scale

Developed by Ontario Universities to ensure consistency around
reporting of grades on the OSSD
IB Grade
Page 25
OSSD % Range
MoE 4 Point Scale
7
96-100%
4++
6
90-95%
4+
5
80-89%
4
4
70-79%
3
3
60-69%
2
2
50-59%
1
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007
University of British Columbia - 4 Year Study on
IB Marks vs Performance at University
Predicting first-performance at UBC, 2003 - 2006
The results of the
three year study
show a strong
correlation
between
graduating with an
IB diploma and
success during
first year at UBC.
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007
Adjustment to Grade Conversion Scale
Old scale
IB 24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45
% 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97
98
99
100
New scale
IB
24
%
79
25
80
81
82
26
27
28
83
84
85
29
86
87
30
88
31
32
89
33
34
35
36
90
91
92
93
37
38
94
39
40
95
96
41
42
97
43
44
98
99 100
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007
45
New to UBC Survey (end of 1st Semester)
Skill/Ability
IB
Non-IB
Library skills
48%
27%
Research skills
53%
37%
Ability to prepare and make a presentation
43%
29%
Ability to read and comprehend academic material
62%
43%
Analytical and critical thinking skills
51%
41%
Quantitative (mathematical and statistical) skills
34%
31%
Ability to appreciate cultural and global diversity
84%
72%
Ability to take personal social responsibility
65%
58%
Ability to be clear and effective when writing
46%
37%
Ability to understand and appreciate aboriginal cultures
32%
38%
Ability to speak clearly and effectively in English
77%
66%
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007
Items to Consider as a Family:
 Is it right for YOUR child..IB Learner Profile
 Taking Enriched programming is the best way to
determine IB readiness for your child.
 Course Selection within a set framework in Grades 11
and 12
 Financial cost (fees for 2014 and beyond TBA)
 Out-of-Board and Travel
 Transportation provided in grade 11/12 for all in board
IB students
 Commitment to the Core of the Program (CAS, TOK,
and the Extended Essay)
 Transfer Credits for 5 or higher scores in HL course.
Currently one university course costs between $1400
Page 29
and $2000
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007
Program Fees
 Reasons for Program Fees
• IB Schools pay yearly fees to the IBO to be able to deliver
their curriculum and give students the opportunity to earn an
IB Diploma.
• Examinations Fees for registering students in IBIS (IBO
computer system) and to sit for examinations
• Courier Fees- All examinations and Internal Assessment
must go around the World for marking and moderation
• Teacher Training – all IB teachers need to be trained in an
intensive 4 day workshop, locations all over North America
Page 30
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007
Application Process
• Please make sure the IB Potential Survey has been
filled, one per family please.
• Make sure you have signed one of the Interested IB
Parents List
• Fill out an application package and submit it before
February 28th, 2014. Please submit it directly to AHS
and not through your current grade 8 school. Drop
off/email/post office mail is sufficient
Page 31
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007
How well do you know IB now?
IB Test
Principal
Randy Gallant - randy.gallant@hwdsb.on.ca
905-648-4468 ext. 305
IB Coordinator
Jason Smith – jason.smith@hwdsb.on.ca
905-648-4468 ext. 318
Page 32
© International Baccalaureate Organization 2007