Improvements in school climate and post-secondary outcomes stand out among the findings in several recent studies on the impact of IB programmes in the Americas. Download the new resource to read and share this research.
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The value of the PYP is on display in a new research resource
Improvements in student well-being and the impact of the Primary Years Programme (PYP) exhibition stand out among findings from recent studies. Download the full resource to use and share.
Three takeaways from research on student well-being in the PYP
Does the Primary Years Programme (PYP) have an impact on social-emotional outcomes? New evidence suggests that the PYP supports student well-being, teacher engagement and positive school climates. Read on to see three key findings from the new study.
How does the PYP impact school climate?
What impact can the Primary Years Programme (PYP) have beyond curriculum into the school’s climate and community building efforts? The IB’s Research team found that student’s caring relationships, parent involvement and perceptions of safety all showed statistically significant improvements after implementing the PYP. See more outcomes of the research below.
Sharing experiences: how to enhance the MYP
Two IB educators reflect on research findings that evaluate the IB’s Middle Years Programme (MYP), which the Claremont Evaluation Center (CEC) facilitated over multiple years. Hear Gabriela Gonzalez from St Brendan’s School in Uruguay and Natasha Haque from the Aga Khan Academy Mombasa in Kenya share their thoughts on interdisciplinary learning, collaboration and more.
Implementation and outcomes for MYP: Next Chapter
To learn more about the curriculum development in the Middle Years Programme (MYP), we sat down with Tarik Azzam, Megan Mansfield and Devin Larson, the researchers behind the multi-year study to understand the critical outcomes.
What does the MYP programme implementation look like around the world?
The Claremont Evaluation Center completed a study on the implementation of the Middle Years Programme. Find out what schools have to say about the MYP Next Chapter.
Why we should address teacher wellbeing
Teaching is such a rewarding career but the pressure to achieve certain targets can cause stress and anxiety. Here are some tips that schools can use to support their teachers.
The 7 biggest technological concerns
Technology has brought forth many benefits, but should we limit how much time children spend on it? Assistant Professor Jordan Shapiro shares his thoughts on this topic.
Impact of the DP beyond high school: Postsecondary outcomes of U.S. students
New research shows that US DP students are outperforming students nationally in university enrollment, persistence and graduation.
What to look for in the new MYP mathematics course
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.
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.
Research essentials for leaders of IB World Schools
IB Research shares a brand-new resource for coordinators and heads of IB World Schools.
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.
Exploring another reality using technology
Is there a perfect solution for an ideal learning environment? Professor Pierre Dillenbourg addresses learning environments in this Q&A ahead of the European Education Festival 2020.