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Taking school online: lessons from research and practice
As many schools around the world close due to the COVID-19 (Coronavirus), IB World Magazine shares some challenges and solutions for education continuity in the third part of our blog series.
How to talk to students about the COVID-19 outbreak
Whether you’re a parent or a teacher, here are some tips on how to allay the worries children may have and help reduce their anxiety.
Encouraging girls to study STEM subjects
How can we encourage girls to maintain interest in STEM? DP students from Atlanta International School share their story.
How to create an exciting learning environment
University of the People scholarship recipient Timoteo strives to create an exciting learning environment for his students. Find out how the scholarship will help him achieve this goal.
Here is what I learned from teaching the IB
Are you a teacher looking to take the leap to teach abroad but are still unsure about your decision? University of the People scholarship recipient Felix shares his tips.
How technology is transforming everyday assessment
In this first series of blogs, Wendy Choi unveils how technology is transforming formative assessments taking place in DP Classrooms.
The benefits of playful learning
Learning through ‘play’ has become a popular phenomenon among young children. Find out how IB educators are incorporating it into their classrooms.
What is it like teaching in an IB World School?
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.
Education should be seen as a life-long process
Did you know that your surroundings can affect your learning experience? Wandile Mthiyane shares how a well-designed classroom can unravel great students.
The best way to integrate technology into the classrooom
Are you looking for ways to integrate technology into your classroom? University of the People scholarship recipient Olalekan shares his top tips.
DP music 2020: Can you hear the excitement?
Anticipation of the new DP music course is building after the launch of the new guide and subject specific seminars. Acting Curriculum Manager Justine Swainson tells us why teachers and students are excited about the course.
Engaging students through active learning
Technology has the potential to help teachers in the classroom, but what is the best way to integrate it into everyday learning? Professor Cathrine Tømte will address this topic in her keynote session at the 2020 European Education Festival.
How I helped young students excel in MUN
After realizing his passion for Model United Nations (MUN) in high school, IB Diploma Programme (DP) graduate Ishan Singh mentored young students to become better delegates.
Young IB student receives the Diana Award
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.