Welcome Parents and Students International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme Candidates January 12 2017 Experiencing the IB Diploma Program Ms Karen MayerSebastian kmayersebastiannafcsk12inus 812 5428504 ext 3550 ID: 771586
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Welcome Parents and Students International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme Candidates January 12, 2017
Experiencing the IB Diploma Program
Ms. Karen Mayer-Sebastiankmayersebastian@nafcs.k12.in.us (812) 542-8504 ext. 3550 Student representatives Introduction
IB BrochureIB Learner Profile The International Baccalaureate Programme at Floyd Central High School The Basics and the Requirements IB Course Offerings at FCHS What does a student need? 10 Reasons Why the IB Diploma Programme is Ideal Preparation for University Handouts
Started in 1968 by businessmen / diplomats Students would transfer to other countries Would lose credits Would not qualify for a diploma Nonprofit company currently in 147 countries Over 1,759 schools in America Indiana has 2 7 schoolsNorth Central HS the oldestOther schools: Goshen, Fishers, Ben Davis, Carmel, Evansville Signature, and Evansville BosseThe IB works in partnership with 4,562 schools in 147 countries to offer the four IB programmes to approximately 1,300, 000 students. IB Diploma History
Why IB at FCHS?
In a 2012 study of diverse alumni from IB Programmes in Chicago public schools, researchers from the University of Chicago found that, compared to a matched sample, Diploma Programme students are more likely to Enroll in college Attend a more selective college Stay enrolled in college IB Students at College
2012 study of Chicago public schools interviewed Diploma Programme alumni and found thatStudents report they: Felt prepared to succeed and excel in their coursework Had strong academic skills and especially related to analytical writing Learned academic behaviors like work ethic, motivation Felt the IB Programme prepared them for their success as college students IB Students at College
The average acceptance rate of IB students into university/college is 22% higher than the average acceptance rate of the total population. The acceptance rate of IB students into Ivy League institutions (Princeton, Yale, Brown, Harvard, etc.) is between 3% and 13% higher compared to the total population rate. A 2011 study of IB students found that IB students graduated from college at higher rates (81% to 57%) IB Students at College
Floyd Central’s Increasing Rigor In Academics 2002 4 — AP Courses 0 — Dual Credit Courses 91.56%—Graduation Rate101—Academic Honors100—Core 40 111 — Standard Diplomas 2012 14 — AP Courses 22 — Dual Credit Courses 95.58% —Graduation Rate138—Academic Honors160—Core 4018—Technical Honors76—Standard Diplomas 2013 14 — AP Courses 22 — Dual Credit Courses 4—IB Courses 96.2% —G raduation Rate 133—Academic Honors 4—Academic & Technical Honors 151 — Core 40 13 — Technical Honors 94 — Standard Diplomas
What is the curriculum?
Allows students to demonstrate what they have learned instead of simply what they know Creates the IB learner profile in all students Characteristics of the IB Learner Profile Inquirers Knowledgeable Thinkers Communicators Principled Open-minded CaringRisk- takersBalanced Reflective IB Curriculum
Students study six courses at higher level or standard levelSee Handout Students must choose one subject from each of the groups 1-5 Language A1 World Language Individual and societies (humanities / socials studies) Experimental sciences Mathematics and computer sciences The sixth subject may be an arts subject or another subject from groups 1-5 Of the six subjects:Three subjects for High Level (HL)Two-year course of study a minimum of 240 hours Three subjects for Standard Level (SL) Single-year course of study a minimum of 150 hours Typical one-year IB course (180 hours) IB Curriculum
See Handout and/or Decisions BookCourse Offerings
In addition to the IB courses, a candidate must complete the following: Complete External Exams and Internal Assessments for all courses Theory of Knowledge class Creativity / Activity / Service (CAS) Extended Essay IB Curriculum
Theory of Knowledge classInstructor: Mrs. Mayer-Sebastian Runs all four semesters of the programme (There is pull-out time scheduled in for other IB requirements.) Connects all six areas thematically Creates the IB learner (see Handout) Focuses on: What I know How do I know it Defend what I know Theory of Knowledge
Creativity / Activity / Service (CAS)CAS advisors: Mr. Brogan & Mr. McNeeley Requirements Approximately 150 hours 50 hours creativity 50 hours of activity 50 hours of community service One major project Combine two of the above areas Reflective journal TimelineAugust 1st junior year / February 1st senior year CAS Presentation in April Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS)
Independent research on a focus topic from the list of approved Diploma Programme subjectsMaximum 4,000 words Extended essay advisors Dr. Gianfagna Limited feedback from advisor Assessment Externally assessed and in combination with the grade for the Theory of Knowledge course Contributes up to “3”points Timeline Begin fall junior year- completed fall senior yearA work session will be available between the junior and senior year Extended Essay
External ExamsGiven during senior year 6 exams or more (several classes have two or three)—approximately 90 minutes each (times vary for each exam) Receive results in July Diplomas issued in August at a recognition dinner High Level (HL) courses Requires Internal Assessments Standard Level (SL) courses Requires Internal Assessments IB Assessments
All courses are scored on a 1-7 scaleBased on the external exam 4 is normal score No grade “1” in any HL or SL subect No more than three grades “3” or below HL courses must average at least a 12 24 points needed to earn a diploma May earn “3” additional points from TOK / Extended essay May not fail either portion of this and receive the diploma. Max points:45 IB Grading System
Student application fee $16 8 one time fee per testing year Diploma Candidates are paid for by district Course fee $116 per IB subject Currently the school is supplementing this to bring it down to $88 per subject Free / reduced lunch Payment is reducedCost of the IB Programme
Will IB and AP classes be combined?Will my student take both the AP and IB external exams? If I do not complete the CAS or Extended essay, will I earn an Academic Honors Diploma? Will the IB diploma translate into dual credits? Can I take summer school courses to reduce the number of required high school credits that I need to take during the school year to graduate? Common Questions
SUBJECTSCORE DEPARTMENT COURSE CREDIT HOURS Biology HL 5, 6, or 7 BIOL-L 111/112 4/4Business and Management HL5, 6, or 7 BUS UNDI 8 Chinese HL 5, 6, or 7 EALC UNDI 8 Chemistry HL 5, 6, or 7 CHEM-S 117/3304/4Computer Science HL 5, 6, or 7 CSCI UNDI 8 Dance HL 5, 6, or 7 MUS UNDI 8 Design Technology HL 5, 6, or 7 PHYS UNDI 8 Economics HL 5, 6, or 7 ECON-E 201/202 4/4 English A HL (Native speaker) 5, 6, or 7 ENG-W CMLT-C 131 205 44English B HL (English as a Second Language)No Credit Awarded0EssayNo Credit Awarded0Film HL5, 6, or 7TELUNDI8French A1 HL (Native speaker)5, 6, or 7FRITUNDI8French B HL5, 6, or 7FRIT-F200/250/3753/3/2Geography HL5, 6, or 7GEOG-G107/110/3503/3/2German A1 HL (Native speaker)5, 6, or 7GER-G200/2504/4German B HL5, 6, or 7GERUNDI8History, Americas HL5, 6, or 7HIST-H105/1064/4History, Europe HL5, 6, or 7HIST-H103/1044/4History of the Islamic World HL5, 6, or 7HISTUNDI8Italian HL5, 6, or 7FRITUNDI8Japanese HL5, 6, or 7EALCUNDI8Korean HL5, 6, or 7EALCUNDI8Mathematics HL5, 6, or 7MATHUNDI8Music H5, 6, or 7MUSUNDI8Philosophy HL5, 6, or 7PHILUNDI8Physics HL5, 6, or 7PHYS-P201/2024/4Psychology HL5, 6, or 7PSYUNDI8Russian HL5, 6, or 7SLAVUNDI8Social Anthropology HL5, 6, or 7ANTHUNDI8Spanish A HL (Native speaker)5, 6, or 7HISPUNDI8Spanish B HL5, 6, or 7HISP-S200/250/UNDI3/3/2Theory of KnowledgeNo Credit Awarded0Theatre Arts HL5, 6, or 7THTRUNDI8Visual Arts HL5, 6, or 7FINAUNDI8 Indiana University International Baccalaureate (IB) Articulation Information UNDI indicates “undistributed” credit that will not be assigned to a specific course. Last updated June 10, 2011
University of Louisville* Effective for students who matriculate in Spring 2011 and subsequent semesters. ** Effective for students who matriculate in Spring 2012 and subsequent semesters *** Effective for students who matriculate in Spring 2013and subsequent semesters
Butler University
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