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IB Information Evening
THURSDAY, JANUARY 13, 2011
Program Details for Registration in
September 2011
Diploma Program
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The History of IB and IB in Ontario
 The International Baccalaureate was founded in Geneva,
Switzerland in 1968 as a non-profit educational foundation.
 Origins with private school and Independent State Schools
 Now 2,155 Diploma Schools Worldwide (December 2010)
 Ontario is one of the largest IB growth regions in the world
 54 DP schools in Ontario
 IB Diploma Pass Rates for Canada 91%, World Average 79%
(2007)
 Canada has the highest per capita participation in the World
 Canada ranks 2nd in total number of students enrolled as IB
Candidates with 9,264 students.
(USA – 57,682, UK - 4,496, Netherlands - 2,628, Mexico – 2386,
India – 1,656, Spain – 1582, China – 1,526)
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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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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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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
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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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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 - 2010
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.
•Students interested in pursuing programs requiring Advanced
Function/Calculus must take Grade 11 Math (Enhanced recommended) in their
Grade 10 year
•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 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
• Grade 9 and 10 program that aligns a potential IB student to have
the courses needed to qualify for the IBDP.
• Classes in the Grade 9 ISP Program include English, Math, Science
and Geography
• Classes in the Grade 10 ISP Program include English, Math,
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 ISP class that will do the following:
Teach the regular academic ministry work, an 80% in ISP is an
80% in a regular Academic Class
Provide time for enhanced activities that will expose and prepare
students for the challenges in the Grade 11 and 12 IB Program,
i.e. IB like assessments, International Mindedness and Learner
Profile weaved into lessons directly.
Students will also be involved with ISP field trips, guest speakers
and some release periods to prepare for transitioning
to IB in their
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grade 11 year.
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
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IB Assessment in Ontario
- students receive both their OSSD and IB Diploma
RED = extra credit given to HL student
IB Course HL=3 Sem. SL=2 Sem.
OSSD equivalent
English HL
ENG3U, ENG4U, ETS 4U
Math SL
MHF 4U, MCV 4U
Chemistry HL/SL - choice
SCH 3U, SCH 4U,SNC4M
Biology HL/SL - choice
SBI 3U, SBI 4U,PSE4U
French B SL
FSF3U, FSF4U
History HL/SL
CHW 3M, CHY 4U, CHI4U
Spanish ab initio
LWS BO1, LWS CD1
TOK
HZT 4U
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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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How difficult is it to achieve a 6 or 7 in IB?
 Each subject has mark bands that indicate a level of
performance
 Mark bands differ across the disciplines
 Ex.
• French B SL
• 82-100  7  96 to 100% on OSSD in FSF4U
• 69-81  6  90-95% on OSSD in FSF4U
• Geography SL
• 72-100  7  96-100% on OSSD in CGW4U
• 60-71  6  90-95% on OSSD in CGW4U
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Examination Results at Westdale May 2009
French B SL May 2009 Exam Results
8
Westdale Average
5.25
7
6
World Average
4.72
5
4
Number of Students
3
2
1
0
final final final final final final final
grade grade grade grade grade grade grade
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
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Examination Results at Westdale May 2009 Cont….
Geography SL Exams May 2009
Westdale Average
4.63
6
5
World Average
4.40
4
3
Number of Students
2
1
0
final final final final final final final
grade grade grade grade grade grade grade
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
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University of British Columbia - 4 Year Study on
IB Marks vs Performance at University
Using a linear regression to predict first-year performance
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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
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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, once authorized from IB, pay yearly fees to the
IBO to be able to deliver their curriculum
• 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 2010-2011
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, June of Gr.10; 2nd payment,
Jan. Gr.11; 3rd payment, June Gr.11; 4th payment, Jan. Gr. 12.
Total for complete programme: $2,200.00
Families with financial needs may apply to the Board for support.
Applications:
 Available on School website
 AHS IB Handbook available on website
 Application MUST include:
•
A fully completed IB Application package which includes:
• A teacher reference form
• 250 word paragraph response written by the student
• Registration form and $200 Registration Fee
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How well do you know IB now?
IB Test
Principal
Judy Langsner – [email protected]
905-648-4468 ext 305
Coordinator Designate
Jason Smith – [email protected]
905-648-4468-318
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