Transcript International Baccalaureate

Senior School Curriculum
2011-2013
What you need to know…….
1.The different curriculum pathways
available in the Senior School.
2.How your learning style will affect
the pathway you take.
3.The structure of all curriculum
pathways.
4.The options process and important
South Island School Senior School
Curriculum
International
Diploma
South Island
Diploma
IB Diploma
Senior
School
@ SIS
The Diploma Pathways – Preferred
Learning Styles
South Island
Diploma
• Personalised
programme
based on
individual needs
and interests of
students.
International
Diploma
• Formative
Assessment
• No end of course
examinations for
most subjects
• Applied Learning
• Work
Experience,
• Students with a
specific interest
in a subject are
International
Baccalaureate
Diploma
• Less coursework
• Terminal exams
• Less
specialization –
breadth, broad
interests
• Internationally
recognized high
status
qualification
The South Island Diploma
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The South Island Diploma is a personalised programme
designed to fit the specific or individual needs of our
students.
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It has a core of literacy, numeracy and functional skills.

Other sections include Life Skills/Independent Living
Skills, structured work placement, Business Enterprise,
Sustainability and Technology.
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There is accreditation for a range of courses within the
Diploma.
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Specific details will be worked out with Mrs. Carol
The International Diploma
• International Diploma is flexible and suitable for a wide cohort
of learners due to the ability to specialise in a particular area of
interest.
• Students will be able to demonstrate employment readiness,
global awareness and ability to complete Project.
• Entry criteria guidelines:
- Achieved at least 5 A* - C at GCSE.
- Shown a commitment to CAS.
The International Diploma
Study 1 of the following BTEC Nationals at Diploma
Level (MAJOR) and
1of the following BTEC Nationals at Advanced
Subsidiary (MINOR):
SIS
WIS
IS (All minors)
Business
Business
Business
Fashion & Clothing
Visual Arts
Travel & Tourism
Sports, coaching &
fitness
Sport & Exercise Science
(Minor only)
Sports, coaching &
fitness
Media
Engineering
Media
3D Product Design
Performing Arts
AS Level English
A-Level Food
AS Level Art
The International Diploma
Core
AS Global Perspectives
Enables students to gain knowledge and understanding of
global issues.
BTEC Work Skills Plus
Enables learners to relate their skills directly to the world of
work.
Extended Project
Learners plan, research and evaluate a self-selected
project.
International Diploma
Opportunities
•
School trips, residential and non residential
•
Links with higher education
•
Industry links with speakers coming in
•
Visits to see subject in practice.
International Diploma – Who
should do it?
•
Performs better in coursework than exams
•
Wants to follow a specific line of education
in a specific field, e.g fashion and clothing
•
Enjoys a more practical approach to
learning
The International
Baccalaureate Diploma
•University entrance qualification recognized around the
world in over ninety countries.
•The Diploma Programme is a challenging two-year
programme of international education.
•Entry criteria guidelines:
- Achieved at least 5 A* - C at GCSE including Math &
English.
- Shown a commitment to CAS.
IB Diploma Programme
Structure
•Study 6 subjects over two
years
•3 subjects at Higher
Level (HL)
•3 subjects at Standard
Level (SL)
•Study of the TOK
•Completion of an EE
•Participation in CAS
Group 1 - Language A1

A1 Literature (English, French, Japanese, Selftaught)
(SL – 10 texts / HL – 13 texts)

A1 Language & literature (English & Chinese)
(SL – 4 texts / HL – 6 texts)
Group 2 - Second Language
Language B (SL & HL) OPTIONS - Chinese, French,
Spanish
This course meets the needs of candidates for whom
Language B is an
academic foreign language. Students must have studied this
language
before (ie: 2-5 years experience).
Ab Initio (SL) OPTIONS - Chinese, French, Spanish
This course is designed for candidates who have a basic
grasp of the Language
or are relative beginners. Although designed for beginners
Group 3 - Individuals &
Societies
•
Subjects included in this group span the humanities and
social sciences.
• Group 3 subjects are ab initio (ie: they require no
previous instruction in the subject).
• In general the standard level subjects can be as
intellectually demanding as higher level.
• OPTIONS - Business and Management, Economics,
Geography, History, Philosophy, Psychology, ITGS –
online course only, Environmental Systems and
Group 4 - Experimental
Sciences
• Experimental science subjects promote an understanding
of the concepts, principles and applications of the
respective disciplines, together with an appreciation of the
methodology of the experimental sciences in general.
Options are:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Design Technology - 4 pathways
(Human Factors/CAD:CAM/Food/Textiles)
- Environmental Systems and Societies
Group 5 - Mathematics
• Each course aims to deepen a students understanding of
mathematics as a discipline and to promote confidence in
the use of mathematical language.
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Mathematics (HL) - designed for very mathematically
able students.
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Mathematics (SL) – difficult course that goes beyond
GCSE level.
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Mathematical Studies (SL) – focus on ‘practical
application of Maths’ for those unlikely to require Maths
beyond Diploma programme.
Group 6 - The Arts
• The group 6 subjects place emphasis on practical
production by the student and exploration of a
range of creative work in a global context.
- Film Studies
- Music
- Theatre Arts
- Visual Arts
NB - We strongly recommend that ALL students
do a Group 6 subject, however students can
opt not to do so and to select a second
subject from Groups 1-4.
Possible subject
combinations
OPTION A
OPTION B
OPTION C
OPTION D
OPTION E
OPTION F
A1 English Lit
A1 English
Lang & Lit
A1 Chinese
Business
Enterprise
Award
BTEC Sport
Major
BTEC Media
Major
A1 Chinese
Ab initio
Spanish
A1 Eng Lang &
Lit
Sustainability
BTEC Business
Minor
BTEC Business
Minor
Economics
Environmental
Systems &
Societies
Business
Studies
Functional
English &
Maths
Global
Perspectives
Global
Perspectives
Biology
Art
Design
Technology
Technology
Work Skills
AS English
HL Maths
Maths Studies
SL Maths
Lifeskills
Extended
Project
Chemistry
Film
Geography
Creative Arts
How do I choose?
 Make sure your choices match up to your career
intentions.
 Make sure you research University requirements
if you have a particular courses in mind.
Choose subjects you enjoy- you will be studying
them intensively for two years !
 Choose subjects in which you excel.
 Actively seek, and listen to advice
Year 11 Guidance Structure
STEP ONE – June 2010
Initial presentation on Diploma Pathways along with follow up
discussions with subject teachers
and tutor.
STEP TWO – January 2011
Options assembly going over Diploma Pathways and subject specific
information followed by 1:1
discussions about
STEP THREE – 9th February 2011
Year 11 Options Evening followed by discussions with parents and
tutors.
STEP FOUR – 11th Feb 2011
Discuss options with parents and tutor at academic monitoring