CAS Basics
What does CAS stand for in the IB DP programme?
Creativity, Activity, and Service
Designing a website for a school club — is this Creativity, Activity, or Service?
Creativity!
How many CAS Learning Outcomes must students show evidence of achieving?
What is the name of the document where students record CAS reflections and evidence?
CAS Portfolio
How many CAS Projects must a student complete?
One (at least)
True or False: CAS is optional for full IB diploma students
False
Coaching younger students in basketball every week — which strand is this?
Activity (and possibly Service, if done voluntarily)
Name two of the CAS Learning Outcomes
Identify own strengths and develop areas for growth
Demonstrate that challenges have been undertaken
Demonstrate how to initiate and plan a CAS experience
Show commitment and perseverance
Demonstrate collaborative skills
Demonstrate engagement with global issues
Recognize and consider the ethics of choices and actions |
How many reflections are students expected to complete per experience?
At least one, but more are encouraged depending on the duration and depth of the experience.
What is the minimum duration of a CAS Project?
One month (four weeks)
How long does the CAS Programme last?
18 months
Organizing a fundraiser for a local shelter — what type of CAS experience is this?
Service (with elements of Creativity and possibly Activity)
What is the outcome related to collaboration and teamwork?
LO5 – Demonstrate the skills and recognize the benefits of working collaboratively
What makes a “good” CAS reflection? (Name one characteristic)
Honest, thoughtful, specific, connected to learning outcomes, includes evidence
Must a CAS project include all three strands (C, A, S)? Explain.
No, it must include at least one, but ideally two or more. It must be collaborative and extended.
What is the purpose of CAS?
To develop students holistically by encouraging personal and interpersonal growth through experiential learning. CAS helps students become more well-rounded, responsible, and engaged individuals by fostering creativity, physical activity, and service to others. It promotes the IB Learner Profile attributes, ethical reflection, and international-mindedness.
Writing and publishing poetry on a blog — which CAS strand?
Creativity!
Which learning outcome is achieved by committing to a long-term personal goal?
LO4 – Show commitment to and perseverance in CAS experiences
Why is it important to include evidence in CAS documentation?
To verify the activity took place and to demonstrate engagement, learning, and reflection
Give an example of a collaborative CAS project that involves more than one strand.
Example: Organizing a school art exhibition to raise funds for a community garden (Creativity + Service)
What are the key characteristics of a CAS experience? (name 2)
Must be: real, meaningful, challenging, and involve reflection. It should also have clear goals and outcomes, and not be routine tasks.
Volunteering at a hospital — what strand of CAS does this fall under?
Service!
A student reflects on how they changed their approach to problem-solving. Which learning outcome is this?
LO1 – Identify own strengths and develop areas for growth
What questions can help guide a meaningful reflection? (Name two)
What did I learn about myself?
How did I feel during this experience?
What challenges did I face and how did I overcome them?
How does this experience connect to global or ethical issues?
What might I do differently next time? |
What are some risks that should be considered when planning a CAS Project?
Safety, ethical concerns, time management, communication issues, budget limitations