HQTL
List three ATL skills teachers must help students develop during lessons.
Thinking skills (Critical, Creative and Transfer)
Research skills (Information and media literacy)
Communication skills
Collaboration skills
Self-Management skills
What is academic integrity?
A set of values and practices promoting personal integrity in teaching, learning, and assessment
What is the primary purpose of assessment according to the policy?
To inform teaching and learning and support student development
What is the primary goal of the Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy?
To ensure the safety, protection, and well-being of all students
What are the three key values that guide school communication?
Respect, clarity, and timeliness
What defines student-centred learning?
Connected to student interests; students lead their learning
What is the difference between collaboration and collusion?
Collaboration is authorized joint work; collusion is unauthorized help on independent tasks
Name three principles that guide effective assessment practice.
Ongoing, student-centered, differentiated, authentic, varied, reliable
What should staff avoid when a student discloses abuse?
Promising confidentiality or investigating themselves
When should staff use “Reply All”?
Only when all recipients need the information or response
What is the role of the teacher in inquiry-based learning?
Facilitate conditions for inquiry, guide exploration, differentiate instruction
What should teachers do when they suspect misconduct?
Follow academic integrity procedures and report concerns
What does formative assessment lead to in terms of instruction?
Differentiated instruction and adjusted learning activities
Name two types of abuse covered in the policy.
Physical, emotional, sexual, neglect
What should be done after a verbal agreement or decision is made?
Follow up with written confirmation via email or shared document
How does concept-based learning deepen student thinking?
Encourages personal understanding and connections across disciplines
What is considered plagiarism?
Using someone else’s words or ideas without clear acknowledgment
What is the significance of reflection assessments?
They support metacognition and deeper learning consolidation
What is the school’s stance on online safety?
It is an essential part of safeguarding and must be taught explicitly
Why is documentation of communication important?
It provides accountability and supports follow-up actions or decisions
What should teachers avoid when planning lessons?
Undifferentiated worksheets, rote memorization, textbook-centric instruction
What does IB recommend when using AI?
Use it for research, personalize output, and recognize biases
What is the school’s stance on incomplete assessments?
They must be completed per the Attendance Policy to gather sufficient evidence of learning
What should staff do if they see inappropriate online behavior?
Report it to the DSL and IT department
What must be done before sending a formal concern to a parent?
Consult with the relevant coordinator or leadership