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Collaborative Planning Guide to Meet IB Learning Programme Standards and…
Collaborative Planning Guide to Meet IB Learning Programme Standards and Practices
Balance Concepts, Skills, Content, and Contexts
Standard: Designing a coherent curriculum (0401) and Standard: Approaches to teaching (0403):
• Curriculum Mapping: Balance key concepts, skills, content, and contexts.
• Vertical/Horizontal Planning: Ensure skill development across and within grade levels.
• Stakeholder Clarity: Communicate and document curriculum balance clearly.
Standard: Designing a coherent curriculum (0401) and Standard: Approaches to teaching (0403):
Foster Ongoing Teacher Collaboration
Standard: Designing a coherent curriculum (0401) and Standard: Approaches to teaching (0403):
• Cross-Subject Review: Facilitate teachers reviewing each other's curriculum maps.
• Professional Learning Communities (PLCs): Establish PLCs for sharing best practices.
• Scheduled Planning: Set regular planning time (weekly/bi-weekly).
Plan for Skill Development
Standard: Students as lifelong learners (0402) and Standard: Approaches to teaching (0403):
• Integrated Development: Plan units that incorporate skill development.
• Reflective Practice: Encourage teachers to reflect and adjust strategies.
• Skills Framework: Outline specific skills for each grade level.
Monitor Curriculum Implementation
Standard: Designing a coherent curriculum (0401) and Standard: Approaches to assessment (0404):
• Regular Reviews: Hold meetings to review and adjust the curriculum.
• Observation and Feedback: Conduct observations and provide feedback.
• Data-Driven Decisions: Use assessment data to inform curriculum improvements.
Incorporate IB Philosophy into the Curriculum
Standard: Designing a coherent curriculum (0401) and Standard: Approaches to teaching (0403):
• IB Integration: Embed IB principles in all units of inquiry.
• Reflective Practice: Encourage reflection on IB philosophy integration.
• Professional Development: Offer ongoing IB-focused training.
Encourage Student Agency and Inquiry
Standard: Approaches to teaching (0403) and Standard: Students as lifelong learners (0402):
• Student-led Learning: Encourage students to take initiative and responsibility for their learning.
• Inquiry-based Learning: Design units that foster curiosity and inquiry.
• Collaborative Projects: Facilitate group projects that promote teamwork and shared responsibility.
Promote a Culture of Reflection and Continuous Improvement
Standard: Approaches to assessment (0404) and Standard: Students as lifelong learners (0402):
• Feedback Loops: Establish regular feedback loops between students and teachers.
• Continuous Professional Development: Promote ongoing professional development opportunities for teachers.
• Reflective Journals: Encourage students and teachers to maintain reflective journals.
Understand Students’ Prior Knowledge and Contexts
Standard: Students as lifelong learners (0402) and Standard: Approaches to teaching (0403):
• Differentiated Instruction: Tailor instruction to meet individual needs.
• Cultural Responsiveness: Ensure the curriculum is inclusive and diverse.
• Student Profiles: Develop detailed profiles on students' backgrounds and needs.
Demonstrate Learning through Various Methods
Standard: Approaches to assessment (0404) and Standard: Students as lifelong learners (0402):
• Rubrics and Criteria: Develop clear rubrics for each assessment.
• Student Portfolios: Encourage portfolios showcasing student learning.
• Diverse Assessments: Use various methods like projects, performances, and tests.