Description
Program Overview
- Understanding the IB Diploma Programme: Familiarizing participants with the structure, objectives, and assessment criteria of the IB DP, including the importance of assessment in supporting student learning.
- Types of Assessment: Exploring the different types of assessments used in the DP, including formative and summative assessments, internal assessments, and examinations, and understanding their roles in the overall grading process.
- Designing Effective Assessments: Learning how to design assessments that align with the IB curriculum and assess a range of student skills, including critical thinking, analysis, and application of knowledge.
- Grading Criteria and Standards: Gaining insights into the IB grading criteria, including the use of rubrics and grade descriptors, and how to apply these standards consistently and fairly.
- Feedback Strategies: Understanding the importance of providing timely and constructive feedback to students, and developing strategies for delivering feedback that fosters growth and improvement.
- Data Analysis and Interpretation: Learning how to analyze and interpret assessment data to inform instructional decisions, identify areas for improvement, and support student learning.
- Maintaining Academic Integrity: Examining the importance of academic honesty in assessment practices, including strategies for preventing plagiarism and ensuring the validity of assessments.
Ideal For
This program is ideal for DP teachers, school administrators, and assessment coordinators looking to enhance their assessment and grading practices within the IB framework. Graduates will be well-prepared to implement effective assessment strategies, provide meaningful feedback, and maintain high standards of academic integrity in their educational institutions. By participating in this preparation program, educators will contribute to the success of their students in the IB Diploma Programme.
