Y12-13 Subject Selection Thursday 18 January 2018 Overview of - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

Grow. Discover. Dream. Y12-13 Subject Selection Thursday 18 January 2018

Overview of Evening 6.30-7.30 Overview and IB Diploma – Brian McCann Introduction to IBCP – Emma Neuprez Intro to HEO – Susie Blomfield & Marisa Jackson 7.30-8.30 Department displays in Diploma Centre – HoDs, teachers and students available to answer questions. HE Counsellors available in their offices.

The IB Diploma • Two year curriculum for students aged 16 – 19 • Founded in 1968, first graduates 1971 • Pressure from diplomats who wanted internationally transferable qualification • Recognised leader in the field of international education • Encourages students to be active learners, well-rounded individuals and engaged world citizens

Full IB Diploma • Three subjects at Higher level (240 hours) • Three subjects at Standard level (150 Hours) • Theory of Knowledge (ToK) • Extended Essay (EE) • Creativity, Action and Service (CAS) • Bilingual Diploma if two Languages A taken (seen as prestigious, valued by many universities)

Theory of Knowledge (ToK) • Stimulates critical reflection • Develops ability to analyse evidence • Make interdisciplinary connections • Explores strengths and limitations of individual and cultural perspectives • Assessment: Essay & Presentation

Extended Essay (EE) • Essay of 4,000 words • Investigation of a topic of special interest in an “in depth” manner • Chosen from one of the subjects taught • Independent research and writing skills expected at university • February Year 12 - November Year 13

Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS) • Educates the whole person • Helps students become responsible, compassionate citizens • Creativity: arts, and other experiences that involve creative thinking. • Activity: physical exertion contributing to a healthy lifestyle, complementing academic work. • Service: an unpaid and voluntary exchange that has a learning benefit for the student. The rights, dignity and autonomy of all those involved are respected.

IB Diploma - Grading System Each subject is assessed on the 1-7 scale • ToK/EE in combination are worth 0-3 points • (6 x 7) + 3 = 45 points • 24 points is the minimum passing total • Various “fail codes” apply, e.g. • less than 12 overall in 3 HL subjects • Grade ‘E’ in ToK or EE •

Assessment in the IB Diploma • Internal Assessment conducted throughout the 2 year course - external moderation • Art - a portfolio of photographs of work and a written personal statement • Music - recorded performances • Oral examinations for languages • Science – lab reports • Written examinations for most subjects at the end of the two year course

Language Choice DP MYP Lang A Lang A HL Phase 5 Lang A SL Phase 4 Lang B HL Phase 3 Lang B SL Phase 2 Phase 1 Ab Initio

Language Choice • Students taking Language A in the MYP must continue with Language A – not possible to move to Language B • Students taking Mandarin B will be assumed to continue with Mandarin B or Ab Initio – movement to Spanish Ab Initio not automatic

Self-taught Language • Must be fluent in language to an academic level (reading and writing) • Only Literature SL available • Study with tutor outside school (paid by parents) • School-based supervisor (Alan Kirk) • Independent study • Must have initiative and be disciplined

Group 4 Science Options • Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Design Technology (DT) and Sports, Exercise and Health Science (SEHS) available at SL and HL • Environmental Systems and Societies (ESS) available at SL only • DT, ESS and SEHS, while very good subjects, may not be counted as a traditional lab science by some universities

Mathematics MYP DP Higher 6+ Criterion A Extended 5- Criterion A Standard 6+ Criterion A Standard 5- Criterion A Studies • Check prior knowledge document • Initial Y12 test a good indication

Mathematics and Sciences DP MYP Knowledge and Knowledge and Understanding Understanding (Exam) - 80% (Criterion A) - 25% Investigative Skills Investigative Skills (IA) - 20% (Criteria B-D) - 75%

The Arts Doing one Arts subject a very viable option • – keeps education broad Possible to do two Arts subjects, but only if • Env Sys & Soc is taken – cannot do a traditional Humanity or Science Doing two Arts leads down a particular path • - fine if you are sure

IB Diploma Courses 6 subjects or less • No Higher level required • No ToK, EE or CAS requirement • CAS is a school requirement • Completion of 5 subjects, one year of ToK and • a 2,000 word “Extended Project” qualifies a student for graduation from DC Allows students to focus time and energy on • areas where success is more likely

Grow. Discover. Dream. Grow. Discover. Dream. IBCP at DC Brief overview Subject Information Evening 18 January 2018

Grow. Discover. Dream. WHAT IS IBCP?

CP COMPARED TO DP Page Heading The IBCP can be The IBDP can be characterised as... characterised as… Specialised - studies focus Broad - studies encompass on one or two areas six different subject groups Career-related - studies are Academic - studies draw on framed around a career knowledge and path and the way learning understanding from across can be applied to this field a number of academic of employment disciplines

Grow. Discover. Dream. WHAT DIPLOMA COURSES CAN STUDENTS CHOOSE?

2 to 4 DIPLOMA COURSES ANY at Standard or Higher Level - Minimum 2 - Maximum 4 -

Grow. Discover. Dream. WHAT CAREER-RELATED COURSE CAN I STUDY?

The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts ON CAMPUS

Savannah College of Art and Design ON CAMPUS

New College, Pontefract (UK) - ONLINE Business IT Sport Games Design NEED MINIMUM 2 STUDENTS DOING THE SAME COURSE

4 CORE COMPONENTS: Personal and professional skills, Service Learning, Language Development, Reflective Project

Personal and professional skills (PPS) Course that aims to support students in developing practical life and career-related skills. 5 main themes: Personal development - Intercultural understanding - Effective communication - Thinking processes - Applied ethics -

Service Learning For Service Learning, students work with community members to undertake service activities that satisfy identified community needs. They will need to reflect about their learning and the impact of their actions. The Service learning should be related to the student’s chosen career path.

Language Development Student must study a language that is NOT their best language. Chinese and Spanish can be studied as one of the IBDP course. Any other language can be studied online

Reflective Project Student will have to produce a written essay about an ethical dilemma directly linked to the student’s career-related study. They will also have to complete a Reflections on planning and progress form (RPPF).

WORK LOAD IBCP is as demanding & challenging - as IBDP Depending on their choice of career- - related course and diploma courses, students might have less, more or similar number of teaching hours and class work - IBCP will involve more independent study and a higher level of self discipline and organization - Term dates from the partner-providers are different from DC term dates, students have to follow both → might shorten some holidays

Grow. Discover. Dream. IS IT FOR ME?

IT COULD ❏ You have a clear career path in BE FOR mind YOU IF ❏ You are passionate about a subject ❏ You want to have a more career- related education in Y12 & Y13 ❏ You know you work well independently

IF YOU THINK IT COULD BE FOR YOU COME AND HAVE A CHAT WITH ME TODAY COME AND HAVE A CHAT WITH ME ANYTIME (ROOM 2301) SEND ME AN EMAIL neupre1@dc.edu.hk Emma Neuprez IBCP Coordinator

The aim of the HEO • To find a university or pathway that is the right fit for every student academically, socially and culturally

The role of the HEO • To maximise students’ opportunities of getting university offers • To give students options and keep doors open • To meet with every student individually from years 11-13 to discuss subject selection, career pathways and to advise on university options and majors

Importance of Subject Selection • Can play a crucial role in university admissions • Can determine an offer or a rejection • Higher Level subjects are particularly important

It’s complex... • Course requirements can vary between country, programme and university • Some courses do not require particular combinations • Canada - Maths Studies largely not recognized, Chemistry needed for Engineering plus Maths & Physics • Germany - Maths and 1 Science at HL • US - a lab science is a ‘must’

Sample combinations • Medicine – Chemistry & Biology HL, Maths minimum Standard • Engineering – Maths & Physics at HL (Chemistry for Canada) • Law – History, English, Geography at HL