Karen Youakim recently completed her Diploma Programme studies and discusses the support she received from her school and the IB.
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DP Online student thrives in virtual classroom
Maria is studying with King’s InterHigh – one of the IB’s partners in the DP Online pilot, which has seen students around the world undertaking the first ever fully online Diploma Programme.
DP Online pilot opens world of opportunities
For Morgan Davis, a passionate musician and history enthusiast, online education has provided the perfect platform for her to pursue her interests while accommodating her unique health needs and circumstances.
Engaging educators in global learning
Global learning is an approach to teaching and learning which recognizes the importance of understanding multiple and diverse perspectives, and the links between local and global relationships and concerns.
Three considerations to help cultivate a totally inclusive school culture
In this blog, we share three considerations for becoming a totally inclusive school, highlight their connections with IB philosophy, and suggest possible next step initiatives. Photo: ©IB/UWCCostaRica/ClaraDominguesdaCruz/2021
Tenacity in a time of crisis: “Education is part of the resistance”
In this blog, we spoke with David Cole, Principal of The British International School, Ukraine. David reflected on the school’s response to the recent invasion in Ukraine and the resilience of the school’s community.
Social Emotional Learning (SEL): The powerful impact of emotional intelligence
This article shares the effectiveness of including wellbeing as a part of virtual learning and how it enhances the social skills of the learners.
How hot dogs sparked a conversation about anti-racism
In February 2020, at the International Baccalaureate’s African Education Festival in Johannesburg, the keynote speaker made a big impact on the IB staff in attendance. In this blog, Rémy Lamon and Wandile Mthiyane explore the impact of representation and community in education settings.
Removing barriers to learning: A journey to becoming an inclusive community
Lyndsay Gregory from Amsterdam International Community School (AICS) shares the school’s journey to opening their Student Support Centre for children with special educational needs.
Three expert tips for schools embracing a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion
Kam Chohan, the Executive Director of ECIS, shares her tips for making change within international schools working towards equal and just practices.
“Don’t let underrepresentation discourage you”: Discovering the value of STEM with Dr. Elsie Effah Kaufmann
In this Q&A session, we asked IB DP alumna, Dr. Elsie Effah Kaufmann, a few questions about her career in engineering and her time completing the Diploma Programme (DP).
Resilience, resourcefulness, and resistance in the face of war: “Nothing would get in the way of our students’ education”
In January 2022, a full-scale Russian invasion into Ukraine was a very real threat. Rachel Caldwell, School Director of Pechersk School International shares the resilience of the school community.
Inclusive education: Student with total vision impairment shares his IB experience
Hear from Arijeet, who graduated in 2022, about the support he received from his school, Bombay International School, and how the IB’s access and inclusion policies impacted his studies.
Meet the talented young people studying with the first fully online Diploma Programme
Until March 2022, it was not possible for students to study the entire Diploma Programme online. Hear from just a few of the students from Dwight Global Online School who are learning with the IB in this new innovative way.
Meet the talented students making the most of the first fully online Diploma Programme
Until March 2022, it was not possible for students to study the entire Diploma Programme online. Hear from just a few of the students from King’s InterHigh who are learning with the IB in this new innovative way.