International University Admission

Transcript International University Admission

IB Diploma Programme

Information Seminar for Grade10 Students and Parents

Diploma Program © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

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AGENDA

1. Subject and Core component display and discussion in the cafeteria 2. Coffee/Juice and snacks 3. Welcome and Introductions - Mrs. Langsner 4. IB: The Key Components of the Programme Mr. Baker/Mr. Smith 5. Next Steps towards IB in September 2013 6. Overall Questions © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

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.

Page 3 “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 © 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 21 st century.

IB learners strive to be:

Inquirers Knowledgeable Thinkers Communicators Principled Open-minded Caring Risk-takers Balanced Reflective Page 4 © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

How is IB Different?

• external assessments = trusted, reliable grades worldwide • critical thinking skills needed for the 21st century • creates adaptable learners for an ever changing post-secondary education and workforce • appreciation of the perspectives of others, more empathy in dealing with others is very important in many professions such as business, medicine and law.

• IB is the WHY(causes and consequences), and the HOW(analyze and synthesis) of the WHAT(knowledge of facts).

Turner Fenton Secondary School Statistics

• IBDP has been in existence since 1998 in Brampton, ON.

• 2011 graduates • 72 of the 135 diploma graduates had a 90% average • Average IB score was 32, world average last year was 29 • 100% university acceptance • Harvard has requested last year to come and visit Turner Fenton specifically to attract their IB students.

Who is it for and what are the benefits to my child?

     University Preparation Program • Studies have been and are being published of the success rates of IB Students once they enter University Internationally Written Curriculum • Students will be exposed to curriculum that connects them to Global Education Transferable to 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 Two Diplomas = 2 different academic scores to apply for your university program of choice.

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.

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Higher (HL) vs. Standard Level (SL)

-Each student MUST select a minimum of 3 HL and 3 SL courses -Their selection should match their intended University pathway -

Higher Level

-240 Hours studying the curriculum in more depth (not necessarily harder….just digging deeper -Usually 3 semesters of the four in Grades 11 and 12 -Internal Assessments often the same as the SL course -Final Examination has an extra paper which will focus on the extra optional units -Students can take four if it fits their schedule -Students can NOT write a HL exam in their Grade 11 year -

Standard Level

-150 Hours studying the curriculum, usually 2 semesters -Final Examination can be taken in Grade 11 or 12 (Anticipated vs. Diploma) © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

University of British Columbia - 4 Year Study on IB Marks vs Performance at University

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 % 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 45

New scale

IB 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 % 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100

New to UBC Survey

Skill/Ability

Library skills Research skills Ability to prepare and make a presentation Ability to read and comprehend academic material Analytical and critical thinking skills Quantitative (mathematical and statistical) skills Ability to appreciate cultural and global diversity Ability to take personal social responsibility Ability to be clear and effective when writing Ability to understand and appreciate aboriginal cultures Ability to speak clearly and effectively in English

48% 53% 43% 62% 51% 34% 84% 65% 46% 32% 77%

Non-IB

27% 37% 29% 43% 41% 31% 72% 58% 37% 38% 66% © 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 Group 2: French B SL Group 2: Spanish ab initio SL Group 3: History SL/HL Group 3: ITGS SL Group 4: Chemistry SL/HL Group 4: Biology SL/HL Group 4: Physics SL

ENG3U, ENG4U, ETS 4U FSF3U, FSF4U LWS BO1, LWS CD1 CHA 3U,CHY 4U , CHI 4U BTA 3O, HSB 4M SCH 3U, SCH 4U, PSE 4U SBI 3U, SBI 4U, SNC 4M SPH 3U1, SPH 4U1

Group 5: Math SL/HL Group 5: Math Studies SL Group 6: Visual Arts SL Core: TOK

MHF 4U, MCV 4U, MDM 4U MCR 3U**, MDM 4U AVI 3M, AVI 4M HZT 4U

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 Engli sh A1 HL (ENG 3U1) Biology HL (SBI 3U1) History Route 2 HL With TOK (CHA 3U1) French B (FSF 3U1) Chemi stry HL/SL (SCH 3U1) Math SL (MHF 4U1) Engli sh A1 HL (ENG 4U1) Biology HL/SL (SBI 4U1) History Route 2 HL With TOK (CHY 4U1) French B (exam May) (FSF 4U1) Math SL (MCV 4U1) Chemi stry HL/SL (SCH 4U1) Engli sh A1 HL (ETS 4U1) History Route 2 HL With TOK (CHI 4U1) Biology HL (PSE 4U1) (if SL Š Study Period) Chemi stry HL (SNC 4M1) (if SL Š Study Period) Engli sh HL History Route 2 HL Chemi stry SL 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.

How do students work towards 2 diplomas?

Use English as an example diploma Sem 1 (gr 11) OSSD ENG3U1 Credit earned as of January 31 Sem 2 (gr 11) No English taken Sem 3 (gr 12) ENG4U1 Credit earned as of January 31 IB First semester of English HL No English taken Second semester of English HL Sem 4 (gr 12) ETS4U1 Credit earned as of June 31 Third semester of English HL PG given in April Final grades from IB on July 6th © 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   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 is awarded to students who gain at least 24 points.

 Diploma Programme assessment – principles and practice – available on

www.ibo.org

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Ontario University Marks Conversion Scale

 Developed by Ontario Universities to ensure consistency around reporting of grades on the OSSD

IB Grade OSSD % Range MoE 4 Point Scale

3 2 7 6 5 4 96-100% 90-95% 80-89% 70-79% 60-69% 50-59% 4++ 4+ 4 3 2 1 © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007 Page 15

Mark Band Explanation

The IB Diploma and the OSSD

IB Diploma:  awarded after 2 years of study  Based on internal and external evaluations including final evaluations for each course area (6 in total)  Students must score a minimum of 24 diploma points to earn the diploma  Students must complete evaluations for Extended Essay and Theory of Knowledge  Students must complete the requirements for Creativity, Action and Service © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

The IB Diploma and the OSSD – cont.

  OSSD  Awarded when students earn 30 credits in total from grade 9 – 12, including 18 required courses Pass the OSSLT – Grade 10 Literacy Test Submit 40 hours of Volunteer Community Involvement Each semester IB students will earn OSSD credits for related OSSD curriculum in each period.

Reporting Grades for IB/OSSD Students

       Grade Information is sent to Ontario universities 3 times from the high schools Information for the OSSD is sent electronically to the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre IB information will include a combination of electronic and manual submissions Feb, April and July of their grade 12 year is when marks go in.

IB students will have a predicted 1 to 7 score for each subject area in Feb and April.

Those same predicted scores will determine their OSSD average in those course by the conversion table Final IB grades are released on July 5/6 after graduation. The IBO will send your final grades directly to your selected university.

How will universities view these documents

   Ontario university admissions offices will use whatever works in the best interest of the student Scholarships will be determined by whatever works in the best interest of the student for Ontario universities University credit transfer will be determined based on final IB marks submitted to the university from IB • • Each university may have its own policy on credit transfer Students may need to meet with university officials to determine exact credit transfer details © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

Admissions

Criteria Western University Queen’s University University of Toronto Admissions Minimum of 28 points including Diploma Points (Min. score of 4 in each subject) Transfer credits Up to 3 for HL courses 5+ Minimum of 28 points excluding Diploma Points 30 to 35 for competitive programs 28 points minimum including Diploma Points -30 to 35 for competitive programs Up to 3 for HL courses 5+ Up to 3 for HL courses 5+ (6+for engineering) © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

University Scholarships for IB

 Universities are recognizing the value of IB Diplomas with scholarship levels and special scholarships for IB graduates. (this is in addition to monies saved from transfer credits) Western University – IB/OSSD Scholarship IB Diploma Score OSSD averages Admission Scholarship Eligibility 32-36 37-40 41-45 80 – 89.9% 90 – 94.9% 95% or higher $1,500 Western Scholarship of Distinction $2,000 Western Scholarship of Excellence $10,000 ($2,500 annually) Continuing Scholarship © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

University Scholarships for IB

Preparing for University Admissions

  Ontario Universities  Many programs use marks only as the basis for admission  Some Ontario universities require additional forms, such as the Personal Statement of Experience and Supplementary Essay (Queen’s University)  Some Ontario universities allow these additional experience forms to “improve” entrance grades No specific additional testing is required for admission CAS and EE will help students with such these additional requirements © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

Preparing for University Admissions

   US Universities  Most will require SAT or ACT tests for admission and scholarship purposes  Ancaster High School is a PSAT test centre (first PSAT tests were written in October 2011) SAT tests – reading, writing, math ACT tests – English, math, science, reading Most US universities now use the Common Application for admissions © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

International University Admission

   The IB Diploma will be a more recognizable level of achievement than the OSSD Students will have a clear goal for admissions criteria Each university will have its own admission criteria (may include letters of support, school profile…) © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007

IB University Preparation

    We are taking grade 10,11,12 students to the IB – University Information Fair The expectation is to see which universities are actively seeking out IB students, what benefits at the university IB students will receive and to become familiar with the way IB diplomas are reviewed by university admissions offices Date: TBA In grade 12 we will have separate university admission and scholarship seminars for IB students.

Next Steps Towards IB in September 2013 December 2012 - individual meetings with students and Mr. Smith December 2012 - applications with IB choices given out to discuss as a family over the winter break.

January 2013 - IB specific option sheet session and options due on Tuesday, January 8, 2013 First installment cheque post-dated for March 1st due with application.

March 1st, 2013 - Grade 10 IB Retreat - for committed IB students a lunch and afternoon of organized team building activities with our IB Year 1 and 2 students.

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]