Approaches to Learning
Working effectively in pairs
Getting along, Cooperating, respecting others
Social skills
They acquire the skills necessary to conduct inquiry and research and show independence in learning.
Inquirers
They give thoughtful consideration to their own learning and experience.
Reflective
What does IB stand for?
International Bacclaureate
Preparedness for class - necessary materials / equipment, Behavior, managing time
Self Management Skills
They explore concepts, ideas and issues that have local and global significance.
Knowledgeable
They want to achieve personal well-being for themselves and others
Balanced
How many IB classes are there at your school?
8
Listening carefully to others
Presenting
Group discussion
Communication
They act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness, justice and respect for the dignity of the individual, groups and communities
Principled
They have the independence of spirit to explore new roles, ideas and strategies
Risk-Takers
Sometimes your projects will be evaluated using what guidelines
IB Rubric
Draw conclusions from information and data
Planning projects/asking questions in class
Research Skills
They exercise initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively to recognize and approach complex problems, and make reasoned, ethical decisions.
Thinkers
They show empathy, compassion and respect towards the needs and feelings of others
Caring
In 8th grade in order to graduate what service do you have to complete?
Community Service Project
Considering issues from multiple viewpoints
Evaluating Choices
Thinking Skills
They understand and express ideas and information confidently and creatively in more than one language and in a variety of modes of communication
Communicators
They are accustomed to seeking and evaluating a range of points of view, and are willing to grow from the experience.
Open-Minded
What is the graduation requirement for 8th grade.
Pass all classes with a grade of C or higher