We’ve interviewed two workshop designers, Chéron Huskens and Alexis Wiggins, to shed some light on what goes into creating and registering for the somewhat challenging Category 3 workshops.
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When the student becomes the teacher
Purposeful conversation moves students from passive listeners to active learners. IB World magazine investigates how students’ classroom conversations encourage collaboration and strengthen problem solving and critical thinking skills
How do you use the last five minutes?
IB World Magazine investigates the importance of the ‘last five minutes’ in class, and finds out how you can make the most of this time
A room with a view to learning
Does your classroom encourage creativity, or stifle it? IB World magazine investigates how a student’s environment affects their learning
How do you identify bullying?
In the second article in a series discussing bullying, IB World magazine looks at how student-led strategies are helping IB World Schools raise empathy and tackle bullying
Every student is heard
From appointing a new school director to buying playground equipment, IB World magazine looks at the integral role student councils have within schools
In the pursuit of education
An IB Diploma Programme student tells IB World magazine how helping others achieve their dreams has fine-tuned her own skills
Keep calm and carry on
IB World magazine asks IB World teachers how they stay cool, calm and collected at a time when their students need them the most
When education overcomes conflict
Everybody is different, and while we celebrate and embrace difference, this also means that disagreements can occasionally arise. IB World magazine explores how teachers can help their students make sense of conflict
Collaborative teaching transforms the classroom
Sharing ideas, a supportive network and positive environment are just some of the benefits of a collaborative school culture. IB World magazine speaks to teachers about how working together has transformed their classrooms
The global search for education: A global education for all
George Rupp was recently appointed as the Chair of the IB Board of Governors. He has served as Dean of Harvard Divinity School and as President of Rice University, Columbia University, and the International Rescue Committee. Read The Global Search for Education interview where Rupp shares his insights into the future of education and the […]
The interdisciplinary ripple effect
The IB is celebrated for the range of opportunities it provides for interdisciplinary teaching and learning, but do these elements sometimes get shunted to the sidelines in the classroom? IB World Magazine investigates
Scientific inquiry in action
Neuroscience is arguably one of the most interesting and mysterious areas of science today, but also one of the most complex. Senior school and IB Diploma Programme students at Bombay International School (BIS) were treated to live demonstrations, mentoring sessions and a range of fun activities, hosted by world-renowned scientists, making scientific inquiry a fun […]
New levels to learning
Minecraft is now a firm favourite for students and teachers alike. Educators tell IB World Magazine how they use the popular computer game in the classroom.
An exciting new step for the MYP
In the biggest transformation to the MYP since its launch, 2016 will see the IB externally assess MYP Year 5 students. But not in the traditional pen and paper format. The eAssessment will use on-screen examinations – including multimedia and interactive activities – and ePortfolios to test students, bringing assessments in line with 21st-century learning.