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In this module, we explore how the community understands the label, “IB World School” with a question:

“What is the difference between an IB World School and a school with an IB programme?”
 

FIRST…

 

Return to the PADLET and find the “Initial Reflections” column where you chose one of two responses to the poll question: Do you work in an IB World School or a school with an IB Programme?

Read and reflect on the comments, think about our continuum dialogue and document your reflections here:

 
 

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THEN…

 

Read the Brookings Institute case study Transcending borders: The International Baccalaureate’s systemic approach to educating the whole person by Whitney Hegseth (2023)

  • How is the IB explained in this case study?

  • How might the Brookings explanation contribute to your thoughts about the difference between an IB World School and a school with an IB programme?

LAST: What are your Top Barriers to being and IB World School (Poll)

Each participant has up to three votes to use for each of the barriers listed.

You can use more than one of your three votes for the same item, if you feel this barrier is the most significant.

The results from this poll will be used to steer the planning and collaborative activities throughout today’s session.

 

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES