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IB Information Evening
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2013
7PM TO 830PM
Program Details for Registration in
September 2013
Diploma Program
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IB - THE HEXAGON
IB Programmes promote
the education of the
WHOLE PERSON,
emphasizing intellectual,
personal, emotional, and
social growth through all
domains of knowledge.
www.ibo.org
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WHAT IS IB?
• IB is a two year program (begins in grade 11) that leads
to 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
International Studies Preparation Programme in gr. 9/10
• this 2 year prep programme is designed to gradually
introduce knowledge and skill that will ready students for
the challenge that begins in grade 11.
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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 3,293 schools in 141 countries to offer 3 IB
programmes to approximately 1,000,000 students. (Sept 2011)
 Now 2,295 Diploma Schools Worldwide (September 2011)
 The 3 IB Programmes are PYP, MYP and DP.
 Canada ranks 3rd in total number Diploma schools with 141. The
USA has the most with 744 followed by the UK with 210. 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
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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
 54 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 pre-IB (ISP) programs too.
 All three schools work together as a learning team
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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
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Who is it for and what are the benefits to my child?
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.
Transferable to over 130 Countries and University Acceptance
•Internationally recognized and widely thought of as a quality controlled
and dynamic curriculum
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 Diplomas = 2 different academic scores to apply for your university
program of choice.
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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
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Contents: What does the Diploma Programme curriculum contain?
The curriculum contains six subject groups and a core of three parts.
Students study
concurrently:
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three subjects at
higher level
(240 hours each).
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three subjects at standard
level
(150 hours each).
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all three parts of the core.
The IB Learner Profile and
the core are central to the
philosophy of the Diploma
Programme.
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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
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Contents: What does the Diploma Programme curriculum
contain?
There are three core requirements
The extended essay:
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4,000 words
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Offers the opportunity to investigate
a research question of individual
interest
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Familiarises students with the
independent research and writing
skills expected at university
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Contents: What does the Diploma Programme curriculum
contain?
Creativity, action and service
(CAS):
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Encourages students to be involved
in artistic pursuits, sports and
community service
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Education outside the classroom
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Development of the learner profile
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150 Hours Guideline
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Contents: What does the Diploma Programme curriculum
contain?
 This course examines how
knowledge is inter-related
across diverse subjects
 The course teaches and
encourages critical thinking
 Students investigate what
they know, how they know it
and why they believe as they
do
 Students will complete a
TOK essay and internal
presentation
 TOK runs 100 hours
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University recognition: How well is the diploma recognized by
universities?
The IB diploma is widely recognized by the world’s leading universities.
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http://www.ibo.org/diploma/recognition/index.cfm
Canadian University Recognition Hand-out
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McGill University Quote: (from website)
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McGill has enthusiastically recruited IB students for over two decades. Even today,
when reviewing an application from an IB Diploma candidate, whether from the local
CEGEP, across Canada or the other side of the globe, our admissions officers can be
assured of the candidate's strong and broad-based academic preparation. We have
seen that IB students embrace the rigorous academic challenges of university life and
perform well in their McGill programs. As a member of the College and University
Recognition Taskforce, I can attest to the respected position of the IB diploma at
prestigious universities throughout North America.
Kim Bartlett
Director of Admissions and Recruitment
McGill University
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University recognition: How well is the diploma recognized by
universities?
The IB diploma is widely recognized by the world’s leading universities.
ANCASTER HIGH’S TOP 5 UNIVERSITY DESTINATION SELECTIONS - 2011
University
McMaster
University
# of Student
Applications
Possible Transfer
Credits
McMaster University
Link
140
18 units = 3 full credits
if 5 or above in HL only
University of Western
Link
88
Each HL course 5 or
above.
Guelph University
Link
85
Max 2 credits for 5 or
above in HL courses
Brock University
Link
55
Max 3 credits for 5 or
above in HL courses
Queen’s University
Link
40
Max 3 credits for 5 or
above in HL courses
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Ancaster: Preparing for the Rigours of the IB Diploma
•Students are recommended to enroll in the International Studies Preparation
Program (ISP) in grades 9 and 10.
•Planning for IB courses with IB Counselor
•Planning for CAS requirements with CAS coordinator
•Attend Extended Essay seminar in their Grade 10 year
•Attend IB Conferences in grade 9 and 10 year. We will have up to one ½ day
per semester for IB students to explore topics like: Global Understanding, IB
Preparation, University Preparation, PSAT Prep and Team Building
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International Studies Preparation Program
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Provide time for enhanced activities that will expose and prepare students for
the challenges in the Grade 11 and 12 IB Program
Classes in the Grade 9 ISP Programme include English, Math, Science and
Geography
Classes in the Grade 10 ISP Programme include English, Math x 2, Science,
History and French.
You will travel as a separate cohort (group) in those classes only in grades 9
and 10. You will be with the rest of the student population for your other
classes in those 2 years.
An 80% in an ISP class will equal an 80% in an OSSD class.
ISP is truly for those students who want to move forward into IB and NOT just
for students looking for enhanced grade 9/10 programming.
An ISP 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 ISP field trips, guest speakers and
some release periods to prepare for transitioning to IB in their grade 11
year.
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5. In grade 10, in second semester their MCR 3U1 credit
is unofficially
their2007
first IB course.
Look what skills you will develop in ISP!
*READING COMPREHENSION
*NOTE TAKING
*CRITICAL ANALYSIS
*RESEARCH
*ESSAY
*LAB SKILLS
*COGNITIVE
*TIME MANAGEMENT
*ORGANIZATION
*TEST-TAKING
*ORAL PRESENTATION
*IB COURSE SPECIFIC
SKILL
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Grade 9 and 10 Sample Timetable
Grade 9
Semester One
Semester Two
MPM 1D ISP Enhanced
ENG 1D ISP Enhanced
SNC 1D ISP Enhanced
CGC 1D ISP Enhanced
Phys-ed (3 choices)
FSF 1D1
Arts Credit (drama, visual,
music
Optional Credit
(BTT, HFN, TIJ)
Grade 10
Semester One
Semester Two
MPM 2D ISP Enhanced
ENG2D ISP Enhanced
SNC 2D ISP Enhanced
FSF 2D ISP Enhanced
CHC 2D ISP Enhanced
MCR 3U ISP Enhanced
Careers/Civics (optional credit)
Optional Credit
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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
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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
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Group 3, 4 and 6.
Services: What is special about IB assessment?
IB assessment is rigorous, criterion related, consistent and differentiating of student ability.
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Diploma Programme assessment
includes both final examinations and
internal assessment undertaken by the
teacher to IB criteria and then
externally moderated by the IB.
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Marks awarded for each course range
from 1 (lowest) to 7 (highest).
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The diploma is graded over 45 points
giving ample scope to differentiate
student ability
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Diploma is awarded to students who
gain at least 24 points.
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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
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Diploma Programme assessment –
principles and practice – available on
www.ibo.org
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Ontario University Marks Conversion Scale
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Developed by Ontario Universities to ensure consistency around
reporting of grades on the OSSD
IB Grade
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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
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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.
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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
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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%
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Items to Consider as a Family:
 Is it right for YOUR child..IB Learner Profile
 Taking the ISP Program is the best way to determine
IB readiness for your child.
 Course Selection within a set framework in Grades 11
and 12
 Financial cost (see next slide)
 Out-of-Catchment and Travel
 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
and $2000
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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
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Program Fee Structure 2013-2014
Fees have been calculated on a cost recovery basis.
Registration: $200.00 (upon Application in Grade 8, non-refundable)
Per Semester: $500.00(1st payment, January of Gr.10; 2nd payment,
Sept. Gr.11; 3rd payment, June Gr.11; 4th payment, Sept. Gr. 12.)
Total for complete programme: $2,200.00
Families with financial needs may apply to the Board for support through our school.
Applications:
 Available on School website
 AHS IB Handbook available on website
 Application MUST include:
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A fully completed IB Application package which includes:
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A teacher reference form
Final grade 7 report card and first grade 8 report card.
250 word paragraph response written by the student
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Registration form and $200 Non-Refundable
Registration Fee
How well do you know IB now?
IB Test
Principal
Judy Langsner – [email protected]
905-648-4468 ext. 305
IB Coordinator
Jason Smith – [email protected]
905-648-4468 ext. 318
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