This year has been a busy one for the Primary Years Programme development team as we continue to work on strengthening the programme. We appreciate the feedback, comments and suggestions we receive from PYP educators around the world. We are all very excited for the next phase of development! We are also very grateful to […]
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The role of technology in IB programmes
The online learning department has released a pre-publication of The role of technology in IB programmes, a new resource on technology literacy. Intended for administrators, technology specialists and educators interested in incorporating technology with IB ideals and concepts, the document is one of a series of materials in development that assist schools with curriculum planning […]
Impact research: PYP in Australia
The IB has released a new programme impact study to examine the impact of the implementation of the PYP on student outcomes, pedagogical practice and school culture in 13 Victorian Government primary school authorised to offer the PYP. You can read this post in English, French and Spanish by clicking on the language tabs. The […]
Early Childhood Learning Journeys
This article illustrates an engaging learning event held at an international school in Hanoi, Vietnam. If you visited the Early Childhood Centre (ECC) mid November you would have witnessed something a little out of the ordinary at the United Nations International School of Hanoi (UNIS). The classrooms and playgrounds were bustling with parents. Having mums […]
New IB website launch
IB is launching a new ibo.org that is easier to navigate and more user-friendly! You can read this post in English, French and Spanish by clicking on the language tabs.
Engaging student voice in the PYP: questionnaire
This is the last in a three-part series of blog posts featuring student voice and their reflection on their PYP learning experiences. This post summarizes the questionnaire responses completed by PYP students with the help of their teachers. “Learning is so important to me. I think everyone should have access to education. Learning empowers students […]