Understanding theInternational Baccalaureate

Diploma Programme

Mr. Gary Craggs: IB DP Coordinator

LCS High School Diploma Programs

LCS High School Diploma

Some IB Certificate coursesaccredited in the USA, gains access

to 1000s of US colleges

International Baccalaureate

Diploma Recognised at 2500+

universities worldwide

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

Aims to develop in students:

• Critical thinking and sound judgement• Responsibility for their own learning• A shared academic experience • An understanding & respect for other cultures • Education of the whole person

What qualities make for a good IB Diploma candidate?

• Intelligent and interested• Academically able• Highly motivated and resilient• Hard working < smart working• Embody the IB Learner Profile

IB is about creating balanced adults prepared to contribute to a better world.

What are the advantages of taking the IB Diploma courses for LCS students?

• Academically rigorous study• Broad-based and balanced curriculum• Internationally recognised qualification• Excellent preparation for College / University• US Universities often accept IB scores of 4 at HL

as credit for a first year course. • European Universities often require the IB

Diploma, and may offer conditional places based on Diploma scores.

The IB Curriculum6 optionsMost assessed by Examination andcourse work

3 subjects at Higher level3 subjects at Standard level

3 core components

Languages group 1 English

Essential:• English Literature orLanguage & Literature• French Language & Literature• LCS English

2nd Language group 2

• French A Language & literature• French B language• Self Taught Language A• Spanish Ab Inicio• Online or independent study language

2 x Language A = Bilingual Diploma

Individuals and Societies group 3

• History• Economics• Global Politics• Online course: Psychology• Information Technology

in a Global Society• Environmental Systems

and Society

Experimental Sciences group 4

• Biology• Chemistry• Physics• Environmental

Systems and Society

Mathematics group 5

• Higher• Standard• Studies• LCS Math

Arts and Electives group 6

• Visual Arts• Theatre

Or• 2nd Science

Or• 2nd Individuals and Societies

SL or HL• Standard Level is 150 hours of teaching and

usually 2 exams• Higher Level is 240 hours & 3 exams• Some subjects are Standard Level only (Spanish

ab initio, Environmental Systems)• Each class has some HL elements• H-block three-week rotating schedule• Sample every available subject at Higher Level

in first semester• Make informed decision in December

Core components

Theory of Knowledge• How do we know what we know?

Extended Essay• An 4000 word in-depth study on an

academic topic that engages students in independent research

Creativity, Action and Service• 100-150 hours across 3 areas

• Freedom and Flexibility in the First year

• Stability and Security in the Second year

How are these assessed?Internal Assessment activities (20-40%) • Marked by LCS teachers • Externally moderated by the IB

Examinations (60-80%)• Externally set and marked by IB• Three weeks in May (Mocks in January)• Up to 3 examinations per subject

Formative assessment• Regular assessment as part of class learning• Three phase preparation for final exams:• Class based, exam week, Mocks• Feedback from IB informs future teaching• IA reports• Exam scripts returned

Students and teacher know where they are, know where they are going

and know how they get there

Mon 24 October 2010 French B SL HL Interactive Oral # 2, Mon Nov 1, 2010 Mon Nov 8, 2010 French B HL/SL and Spanish Ab Interactive Oral # 2, French A 1 OralsMon Nov 15,2010 WP SL #2 , Extended Essay Final Version dueMon Nov 22, 2010 Self- Taught A1 Oral Commentary, Spanish Ab Interactive Oral # 3Mon Nov 29, 2010 Theater HL/ SL # 1, French B SL HL final recorded oral Mon Dec 6, 2010 Eng A1 HL IOC , A2 and B Interactive Oral, Mon Dec 13 2010 Self Taught A1 World Lit, Eng A1 SL IOC, EE Viva Voce Vacation VacationWed Jan 5, 2011 Mon Jan 10, 2011 Mon Jan 17, 2011 Grade 12 Mock Examinations Mon Tues Thur FriMon Jan 24, 2011 Grade 12 Mock Examinations Mon TuesMon Jan 31, 2011 Eng A2 Individual Oral & additional opportunities for Eng BMon Feb 7, 2011 Math HL and SL Portfolio # 1, Spanish Ab final Recorded Orals Mon Feb 14, 2011 WP&IR #3, ToK final presentationsMon Feb 21, 2011 Economics #3, ToK essay dueMon Feb28, 2011 Theater HL/SL # 2, English A2 Written Tasks, Mon Mar 7, 2011 History Investigation due, Theater #3, Mon Mar 14, 2011 Math HL and SL Portfolio # 2, Math Studies ProjectMon Mar 21, 2011 WP&IR #4 , Visual Arts IA, ITGS Project due, Theater #4Mon Mar 28, 2011 Group 4 " sweep up" & all science IA grades due, Economics #4Mon Apr 4, 2011 IA GRADES and PREDICTED GRADES DUE, IA mailed, Mon Apr 11, 2011 Visual Arts ExhibitionMon Apr 18, 2011 VacationTues Apr 26, 2011 First Exam Friday April 29th

Mon 24 October 2010 French B SL HL Interactive Oral # 2, Mon Nov 1, 2010 Mon Nov 8, 2010 French B HL/SLMon Nov 15,2010 Extended Essay Final Version dueMon Nov 22, 2010 Mon Nov 29, 2010 French B SL HL final recorded oral Mon Dec 6, 2010 Eng A1 HL Interactive Oral, Mon Dec 13 2010 Eng A1 SL IOC, EE Viva Voce Vacation VacationWed Jan 5, 2011 Mon Jan 10, 2011 Mon Jan 17, 2011 Grade 12 Mock Examinations Mon Tues Thur FriMon Jan 24, 2011 Grade 12 Mock Examinations Mon TuesMon Jan 31, 2011 Mon Feb 7, 2011 Math HL and SL Portfolio # 1, Mon Feb 14, 2011 ToK final presentationsMon Feb 21, 2011 Economics #3, ToK essay dueMon Feb28, 2011 Mon Mar 7, 2011Mon Mar 14, 2011 Math HL and SL Portfolio # 2, Mon Mar 21, 2011 Visual Arts IA, Mon Mar 28, 2011 Group 4 " sweep up" & all science IA grades due, Economics #4Mon Apr 4, 2011 Mon Apr 11, 2011 Visual Arts ExhibitionMon Apr 18, 2011 VacationTues Apr 26, 2011 First Exam Friday April 29th

LCS High School Diploma Programs

LCS High School Diploma

Some IB Certificate coursesaccredited in the USA, gains access

to 1000s of US colleges

International Baccalaureate

Diploma Recognised at 2500+

universities worldwide

• Normally between 4 and 6 IB courses• HL or SL • No ToK or EE• common IB certificate awarded• Other LCS High School courses.

IB Diploma coursesand US High School Diploma

Gains access to more selective US universities, HL courses can earn Year 1 credits Increasingly recognised in UK, gaining access to foundation (Year 0) courses

• 6 courses with 7 points for each subject• 3 Higher Level (240 hours each)

• and 3 Standard Level (150 hours each)

• ToK + EE = 3 points (100 + 40 hours)

• CAS (no points but compulsory)

• Total 45 points available• Minimum 24 points for Diploma. • With disqualifications e.g. 2 points in one HL, or 2 SLs, fewer than 12 in all HLsAn E in ToK or EE raises the bar to 28 points, etc

Full IB Diploma Programme requirements

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• widely recognized by over 2500 of the world’s leading universities and colleges

• IB provides university admissions officers with direct, online access to syllabuses and recent examinations

• UK universities make conditional offers based on number points; Europe likely needs a pass

• Gives students a competitive edge at leading US and world colleges

University recognition of the IB Diploma.  

Academic rigor and independent learning skills make IB graduates into better college and university

students. They are better prepared, and more able.

• 37-43 students in the cohort• 230-270 subject entries• 23-27 full IB Diploma candidates • (62% of the cohort)• 15 LCS HS Diploma • With 1-5 IB course examinations each• 22-25 IB Diplomas awarded • 93-96% pass rate • Highest score of 38-41 points• Mean score of passing students of 31/32

Class of 2012 and 2013 results

• Finding the right course combinations…• at the right level…• that will challenge each student…• to achieve their potential…• and allow extra-curricular opportunities…• which, combined, are the key to the door

of the next chapter of their lives!

The essential components of success

What can parents do to help?• Support your child with resources, space and

encouragement• Encourage a structured amount of home-based

studying: 2-3 hours a night, 5/6 hours a weekend• Encourage good study habits, including planning

and preparation, revision and organisation. • Understand the demanding workload of the IB

Diploma, and the demanding level of difficulty of each component course.

• Remind them about the importance of Academic Honesty.

• Engage in discussion about what your child is learning. Having them explain it to you, while you ask questions, is the surest way to embed their learning.

• Support your child with positive reinforcement and encouragement.

The IB DP is demanding and difficult. It requires family commitment

• The key to the doors of universities and colleges around the world, especially

• UK, Europe, USA, CanadaJust as importantly:• The toolkit to succeed once you are there:• Independent learning• Academic research and writing• College-level knowledge and understanding

The IB DP dividends

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