Open house Flashcards
What does IB MYP stand for?
International Baccalaureat Middle Years Program
Can IB schools be found around the world?
Yes, there are more than 4500 schools world wide and located in 147 countries.
The IB MYP wants you to become a global thinker.
True. The IB MYP wants you to think on a global scale.
Why is learning for understanding so important?
It is important to understand, not just to memorize facts and topics and prepare for exams.
Being a life-long learner is at the heart of the IB MYP. Why?
You can achieve this by learning “how to learn” using communication, research, self-management, collaboration and critical thinking.
What makes the IB MYP different from other enrichment programs?
It teaches you to analyze and evaluate issues, generate novel ideas and consider new perspectives.
MYP encourages international-mindness.
The MYP helps you critically appreciate your own culture and personal history, as well as the values and traditions of others.
Subjects are not taught in isolation.
You are encouraged to make connections between subjects.
It prepares you for future education.
The program is designed to foster learning and critical thinking. On-screen examinations provide a rigorous assessment that is externally graded, thus ensure a high level of education.
If you are an IBMYP student, do you have more homework?
No. The majority of our students say that the Immersion students have as much homework as they do.
Can Immersion students become IB MYP students?
Yes. At the end of grade 7 and 8, we look at the results of Immersion students and we invite the high achievers to participate in the program.
If I struggle in the IB MYP program, will I get kicked out?
Maintaining a 70% average is one of the requierements to remain in the program. However, at the end of year, the IB team will make a decision. If a student is struggling, everything will be done to ensure the success of the student.
MYP is an enrichment program just like Sport-études, Academic Plus or Quantum.
False. Sport-Études, Academic Plus and the Quantum programs are local enrichment program. They are not recognized world wide.
Do I have to be top of my class to be considered for the MYP program?
No. We are looking for students who are academically successful and represent the whole student.
Do IB MYP students have time to do extracurricular activities?
Yes. In fact, extracurricular activities are encouraged. This ensures that our students are well-rounded.
What are eAssessments?
They are on-screen examinations all grade 11 students must pass. These exams are created by the IB and are externally marked.
