What does it mean to be a thinker IB?
Thinkers. They exercise initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively to recognize and approach. complex problems, and make reasoned, ethical decisions. IB students contribute to discussions in a meaningful way.
What is an IB profile?
The International Baccalaureate® (IB) learner profile describes a broad range of human capacities and responsibilities that go beyond academic success. They imply a commitment to help all members of the school community learn to respect themselves, others and the world around them.
How many IB learner profiles are there?
10 attributes
in order to support our learning and personal development. The IB learner profile represents 10 attributes valued by IB World Schools. We believe these attributes, and others like them, can help individuals and groups become responsible members of local, national and global communities.
What is the IB learner profile award?
The High School would like to introduce the IB Learner Profile Awards… a new monthly initiative which aims to highlight students who show excellence in demonstrating one aspect of the IB Learner Profile. This month’s winners have been nominated by UNIS Teachers and by Students in the Senate.
Why is IB important?
The International Baccalaureate® (IB) programmes aim to do more than other curricula. The IB gives students distinct advantages by building their critical thinking skills, nurturing their curiosity and their ability to solve complex problems.
What are the IB skills?
Approaches to Learning (5 elements)
- Thinking skills. critical thinking. creativity and innovation. transfer.
- Communication skills.
- Social skills.
- Self-management skills. organisation. affective. reflection.
- Research skills. information literacy. media literacy.
What are the benefits of studying IB?
The Pros of the IB Program
- Global Recognition. You can’t go past the most obvious point in the IB’s favour – the international aspect.
- University Preparation.
- Well-rounded Education.
- Personal Development.
What is the benefit of IB?
Through the IB, students are given a unique education that helps them develop strong academic, social, and emotional characteristics. They are also likely to perform well academically – often better than students in other programs and often more likely to be recruited by top universities worldwide.
What are IB key concepts?
The PYP consists of 8 key concepts, namely: Form, Function, Causation, Change, Connection, Perspective, Responsibility and Reflection.
What are IB learner attributes?
Learner Profile Attributes. The aim of all IB programmes is to develop internationally minded people who, recognizing their common humanity and shared guardianship of the planet, help to create a better and more peaceful world. IB learners strive to be: · Inquirers-They develop their natural curiosity.
What are IB attributes?
The IB Attributes include caring, balanced, risk-taker, open-minded, communicator, inquirer, knowledgeable, principled, reflective and thinker. These IB-PYP Attitudes include appreciation, commitment, confidence, cooperation, creativity, curiosity, empathy, enthusiasm, independence, integrity, respect, and tolerance.
What are the characteristics of IB Learners?
The children aim to achieve this through the IB Learner Profile. IB students aim to be inquirers, knowledgeable, thinkers, communicators, principled, open-minded, caring, risk-takers, balanced and reflective. These attributes make the IB Learner Profile and help our students be successful.