Archive | Middle Years Programme (MYP)

Female teacher discussing STEM: Mathematics during class.

What to look for in the new MYP mathematics course

February 20, 2020 in Announcements, Middle Years Programme (MYP), Research

There are some exciting developments happening with the new MYP mathematics course, but here are the top four things to look out for in the new course.

Books with covers in colors of flags of Europe countries, laptop and globe on a table in a modern interior
Source page for the map texture: http://visibleearth.nasa.gov/view.php?id=57730

MYP Language Acquisition 2020: What to expect?

February 19, 2020 in Announcements, Language Acquisition, Middle Years Programme (MYP)

With several enhancements being made to the new MYP language acquisition course, here are the top five to look out for.

What is it like teaching in an IB World School?

February 12, 2020 in Announcements, Inside IB classroom, Middle Years Programme (MYP)

Have you ever wondered what it’s like teaching in an IB World School? University of the People scholarship recipient Bukenya Vincent gives us an inside look.

Six perspectives on women & girls in science

February 11, 2020 in Diploma Programme (DP), Inspiring alumni, Middle Years Programme (MYP)

We connected with Diploma Programme (DP) graduates and IB educators to share their perspectives on why we should support women and girls interested in science.

Choosing education, the ever-changing profession

February 3, 2020 in Inspiring alumni, Middle Years Programme (MYP), Primary Years Programme (PYP)

We welcome Middle Years Program (MYP) graduate of Shanghai Singapore International School Rebecca Vasconcelos to reflect on her decision to pursue a career in education.

Ziyaan Virji together with his team at the Aga Khan Academy, Mombasa.

Young IB student receives the Diana Award

January 15, 2020 in Access to education, Announcements, Call to action, Diploma Programme (DP), E2 Excellence and Equity, IB Community Stories, IB in Practice, Inside IB classroom, Middle Years Programme (MYP), resources, Student success, Thought Leadership

IB Diploma Programme (DP) student Ziyaan Virji was recently awarded the Diana Award for his efforts to provide girls with the necessary sanitation resources they need. Here is how he plans on empowering women through his organization.

Des élèves d’Azerbaïdjan sur scène lors du Festival de la semaine internationale.

Celebrating 25 years of culture and diversity

December 25, 2019 in Events, IB Community Stories, IB in Practice, Inclusive Education, Middle Years Programme (MYP), Our world

For its 25th International Week Festival, the International School of Aberdeen (ISA) added families from 47 countries to their community, making this year an impressive showcase on internationalism.

Using STEM to solve challenging problems

December 24, 2019 in Access to education, Creativity, activity, service (CAS), Diploma Programme (DP), IB Community Stories, IB in Practice, Middle Years Programme (MYP), Student success, Thought Leadership

Students from Miras International School, Nur Sultan put on their ‘researcher’ hats and explained the importance of water using a scientific approach.

The importance of critical thinking in the 21st Century

December 20, 2019 in Announcements, Call to action, Diploma Programme (DP), Education Festival, Events, IB in Practice, Inclusive Education, Inside IB classroom, Middle Years Programme (MYP), Our world, Primary Years Programme (PYP), Research, Teaching tips, Theory of knowledge (TOK), Thought Leadership

During the third annual African Education Festival, Conrad Hughes will give a keynote on critical thinking in the 21st Century and why it is important not to trust everything you read online.