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ISM IB Curriculum Outline Guide 2015-16

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ENGLISH A: LANGUAGE & LITERATURE HL / SL

APPROXIMATE ORDER OF STUDY YEAR 12 AND 13 Year 12, term 1 Part 2 Language & Mass Communication

A variety of texts from mass media e.g. Magazine Covers Advertising, Journalism etc.; English as A Global Language; Varieties of English; Language and Power; Language and Gender; Political Rhetoric; Analysing Visual Images; Language & Film. Exam Practice for Paper 1 on non-fiction texts Outcome: Written Task Type 1 (based on Pt2), Further Oral Activity 1

Year 12, term 2 Part 1 – Language In A Cultural Context

Persepolis – Marjane Satrapi plus Argo –film study / or Catcher in the Rye - Salinger A variety of texts in English/dialects of English from around the world, study of translation and bilingualism and language death; Linguistic relativism and determinism. Outcome: Written Task Type 1 (based on Pt1), Further Oral Activity 2 plus Written Task Type 2 (HL only)

-‐ Year 12, term 3 Part 4: Literature: Critical Study Study of works all chosen from the Prescribed List of Authors; (3 texts for Higher and 2 texts for SL)

2 or 3 from - A Modest Proposal – J. Swift, Things fall Apart – Achebe, A Clockwork Orange – A. Burgess, Great Gatsby Fitzgerald, The Handmaid’s Tale – Atwood, The Bloody Chamber – Carter, The Things They Carried – O’Brien Poetry - Auden, Frost, Heaney, Duffy, Atwood or Plath Outcome: End-of-year exam – Paper 1 Written task Type 2 – (critical analysis of literature 2(HL only) Written Tasks Type 1 (Free Choice) Formal Oral Commentary (June 2015)

Year 13, term 1 Part 1 and 2 – completion (e.g. The Press) Part 3 – Literature – Texts and Contexts (3 texts for Higher and 2 texts for Standard) (Must include one text in translation from PLT)

2 or 3 from - A Doll’s House – H. Ibsen, View from the Bridge, The Crucible – A. Miller, A Streetcar Named Desire – T. Williams, Blood Wedding – G. Lorca, 1984 – G. Orwell, poems of Blake. Outcome: Further Oral Activity 3 and 4 Written Task Type 2 (critical analysis of literature 3) Finalisation of Written Tasks and Further Oral Activities

Year 13, from Christmas to Exams Part 3: Literature – texts and contexts (end and revision) Unseen Paper 1 Commentary and Literary Essay Paper 2 practice throughout

Revision of Part 3 Exam texts Revision of Paper 1 non-fiction texts Outcome: Exam Paper 1 (25%) Exam Paper 2 (25%)

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Assessment Breakdown HL Selected Written Tasks 1 + 2 20% Formal Oral Commentary 15% Further Oral Activity 15% Paper 1 Unseen Commentary 25% Paper 2 (Part 3 Texts) 25% Exams Paper 1 HL Unseen Commentary: Students are required to write one essay, which analytically compares a pair of texts, which can be drawn from any genre – literary or non-literary. Paper 1 SL Unseen Commentary: Students are required to write one essay, which analyses a single non-fiction text. Paper 2 Literature - Texts and Contexts: The exam paper is the same for HL and SL – students are required to write one literature essay, which critically analyses at least two of their part 3 literature exam texts.

Assessment Breakdown SL Selected Written Task 1 20% Formal Oral Commentary 15% Further Oral Activity 15% Paper 1 Unseen Commentary 25% Paper 2 (Part 3 Texts) 25% Homework Homework is considered a crucial part of the course and students should be spending at least 2-3 hours per week on specific tasks set. A wide variety of tasks are set ranging from research, specific reading tasks, preparing for oral presentations to drafting and redrafting written tasks, writing essays, and practice for the exam papers. In addition it is highly recommended that students complete their own wider reading, which should include challenging literary texts as well as a range of non-fiction texts such as magazines, newspapers, journals, blogs, articles, reports, speeches, letters.

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ENGLISH A: LITERATURE HL / SL

APPROXIMATE ORDER OF STUDY YEAR 12 AND 13 Year 12, term 1 Part 4 Study of three works freely chosen. Oral Presentation practice. Introduction to Unseen Literary Commentary (Paper 1) and Literary Essay

Options 1. Brand New Ancients – K. Tempest (poetry) 2. Dream Country – N. Gaiman (Graphic Novel) 3. Catcher in the Rye – J.D. Salinger(Novel) or Persepolis – M. Satrapi (Graphic Novel) Outcome: Individual Oral Presentation (15%), Based on one of the three works studied

Year 12, term 2 and term 3 Part 1 – Works in translation Study of three works from the titles in the Prescribed Literature in Translation List. Literary commentary on unseen passages and Essay.

Literature in translation 1 A Doll’s House – H. Ibsen 2. Poetry – W. Szymborska 3.Perfume – P. Susskind Outcome: Interactive oral, reflective statement, supervised writing, essay. – on each text-

-‐ Written Assignment – 1500 word essay (25%) -‐ Developed from one of the pieces of

supervised writing Year 12, term 3 – Detailed Study Part 2: Detailed Study (2 works) Oral commentary practice. Study of three works chosen from the Prescribed List of Authors; each work must be from a different literary genre.

1. The Bloody Chamber – A. Carter 2. The Crucible – A. Miller/Macbeth –W.

Shakespeare Outcome: Formal Oral in Year 13 (Term 1) Individual Oral Commentary (15%)

Year 13, Term 1 Part 2: Detailed Study (1 work) Oral commentary practice. Part 3 - Literary genres Study of four works of the same genre chosen from the Prescribed List of Authors. Literary Essay practice Exam Practice for Paper 2

3. Poetry – R.Frost Outcome: Formal Oral in Year 13 (Term 1) Individual Oral Commentary (15%) Part 3 – Literary Genres - Poetry

A selection of Romantic and Modern poetry – texts to be decided at the end of Yr 12 based on student/teacher interests developed throughout the first year of the course - Example – modern Afro-Caribbean poetry Outcome : Mock Exam – January 2015/16

Year 13, from Christmas to Exams Part 3: Literary genres (end and revision) Unseen Commentary and Literary Essay practice throughout

Revision of the works of Part 3 Outcome: Exam Paper 1 (25%) Exam Paper 2 (25%)

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Assessment Breakdown Standard and Higher Level Paper 1 Literary Commentary 20% Paper 2 Essay 25% Written Assignment 25% Individual Oral Commentary 15% Individual Oral Presentation 15% Exams Paper 1 SL Guided Literary Analysis - students write a critical essay analysing an unseen prose extract or poem supported by guiding questions. HL Literary Commentary – students write a critical essay analysing an unseen prose extract or poem Paper 2 Essay – For both HL and SL students write a literature essay – critical analysis and comparison of at least two of their set exam texts from Part 3 of the course which focuses on one literary genre

Homework This is a crucial part of the course and students should be spending at least two to three hours on specific set tasks. These tasks could range from research, specific reading tasks, preparation of oral presentations or seminar papers to drafting and redrafting the written assignment and writing critical essays as practice for paper 1 and 2. In addition students are expected to read widely in their own time with a particular focus on challenging literary texts ranging across the literary genres of poetry, drama and novels as well as literary non-fiction, graphic novels and new mediums. Students are also expected to read across time periods – both contemporary and classics.

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FRENCH A: LITERATURE HL 2013-2015

APPROXIMATE ORDER OF STUDY 2013 (NB)

YEAR 12 AND 13

Year 12, Term 1 Part 4 Study of three works freely chosen. Oral Exam practice. Introduction to Literary Commentary and Literary Essay

Littérature et cinéma L’élégance du hérisson – Muriel Barbury L’écume des jours - Boris Vian Effroyables jardins - Michel Quinn Outcome: Individual Oral Presentation (15%), based on one of the three works studied

Year 12, Term 2 and Term 3 Part 1 – Works in translation Study of three works from the titles in the Prescribed Literature in Translation List. Literary commentary on unseen passages and Essay.

Littérature en traduction Le tumulte des flots – Mishima L’honneur perdu de Katharina Blum – Heinrich Böll Anna Karenine - Tolstoï Outcome: Interactive oral, reflective statement, supervised writing, essay.

-‐ One for each work studied -‐ Developed from one of the pieces of supervised

writing Year 12, Term 3 Part 2: Detailed Study (2 works) Oral commentary practice. Study of three works chosen from the Prescribed List of Authors; each work must be from a different literary genre.

Poésie : Poèmes – Verhaeren Nouvelles : Les aurores montréales – Proulx Outcome: Formal Oral in Year 13

APPROXIMATE ORDER OF STUDY 2014 (NB)

YEAR 12 AND 13

Year 13, Term 1 Part 2: Detailed Study (2 works) Oral commentary practice.

Poésie : sélection de Poèmes – Verhaeren -‐ Detailed analysis of the poems in writing and orally

Roman autobiographique: L’Africain - Le Clézio -‐ Discussion on ideas and use of literary techniques

Homework: Prepare an oral commentary ( 10 minutes) on a poem, write a detailed commentary Answer in writing and orally about specific questions related to the other works studied in view of the formal individual oral Assessment: Individual oral: prepared and unprepared on the poems (10 min) and the second work: discussion (10 min) Outcome: Formal individual oral in November: (15%)

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Part 3 - Literary genres Study of two works of the same genre chosen from the Prescribed List of Authors. Literary Essay practice

Théâtre : Dom Juan – Molière Le mariage de Figaro – Beaumarchais Homework : Literary analysis of the structure and themes of the plays studied. Answer in writing and orally about specific questions and write essays. Assessment : Outcome : Mock Exam – January 2015/2016

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FRENCH A: LITERATURE SL/ HL 2015-2017

** only for HL

APPROXIMATE ORDER OF STUDY

YEAR 12 AND 13

Year 12, Term 1 Part 4 Study of three works freely chosen. Oral Exam practice. Introduction to Literary Commentary and Literary Essay

Théâtre : Dom Juan – Molière Le mariage de Figaro – Beaumarchais Art – Y. Reza Outcome: Individual Oral Presentation (15%), based on one of the three works studied

Year 12, Term 2 and Term 3 Part 1 – Works in translation Study of three works from the titles in the Prescribed Literature in Translation List. Literary commentary on unseen passages and Essay.

Littérature en traduction Le tumulte des flots – Mishima L’honneur perdu de Katharina Blum – Heinrich Böll Le meilleur des mondes – Huxley ** Outcome: Interactive oral, reflective statement, supervised writing, essay.

-‐ One for each work studied -‐ Developed from one of the pieces of supervised writing

Year 12, Term 3 Part 2: Detailed Study (2 works) Oral commentary practice. Study of three works chosen from the Prescribed List of Authors; each work must be from a different literary genre.

Poésie : Poèmes : Romances sans paroles – Verlaine Nouvelles : Les aurores montréales – Monique Proulx Outcome: Formal Oral in Year 13

Year 13, Term 1 Part 2: Detailed Study (2 works) Oral commentary practice. Part 3 - Literary genres Study of four works of the same genre chosen from the Prescribed List of Authors. Literary Essay practice

Roman : L’ingénu – Voltaire ** Outcome: Individual Oral Commentary (15%) Le ROMAN: Thérèse Raquin- Emile Zola L'étranger - Albert Camus Le testament français - Andrei Makine Un barrage contre le Pacifique – Marguerite Duras ** Outcome: Mock Exam – January 2017

Year 13, from Christmas to Exams Part 3: Literary genres ( end and revision) Unseen Commentary and Literary Essay practice throughout


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GERMAN A LITERATURE SL - YEAR 12/13 2014/16

ORDER OF STUDY YEAR 12/13

Term 1 + 2 Part 2 - Detailed Study Study of two works chosen from the Prescribed List of German authors; each work must be from a different literary genre. Oral commentary practice. Unseen commentary practice.

1) Drama: Arthur Schnitzler, Das weite Land 2) Roman: Hermann Hesse, Demian Outcome: Individual Oral Commentary (15%)

Term 3 Part 4 – School’s free choice: Study of three works freely chosen. Oral Exam practice.

Comparison Novel/Movie Based on Novel 1) Tolstoi, Anna Karenina (Movie by Joe Wright) 2) Martin Walser, Ein fliehendes Pferd (Movie by Rainer Kaufmann) 3) Frisch, Homo Faber (Movie by Volker Schloendorff) Outcome: Individual Oral Presentation (15%), based on one of the three works studied

Term 1 Part 1 – Literature in Translation Literary Commentary practice. Literary Essay practice. Term 2

1) Iwan Turgenjew, Väter und Söhne 2) Ernest Hemingway, Fiesta

Outcome: written assignment (reflective statement + literary essay) (25%)

Term 2 Part 3 - Literary genres Study of three works of the same genre chosen from the Prescribed List of German authors. Literary Essay practice. Unseen commentary practice.

Drama 1) Georg Büchner, Dantons Tod 2) Peter Weiss, Die Verfolgung und Ermordung Jean Paul Marats 3) Oedoen von Horvath, Geschichten aus dem Wienerwald Outcome: Final Examination Paper 1 (20%) & Paper 2 (25%)

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GERMAN A LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE SL - YEAR 12/13 2014/16


Term 1 Part 4: Literatur – critical study Novel “Spieltrieb“ Juli Zeh 1. Narrative structure and curve of suspense 2. Message (philosophical, ethical, psychological, political) 3. Position of the work in the context of the other works 4. Analysis of the use of language 5. Style (language level, tone, irony) Drama “Das weite Land“ Arthur Schnitzler 1. Content and structure 2. Message (philosophical, ethical, 3. Position of the work in the context of the other works 4. Analysis of the use of language 5. Style (language level, tone, irony) Term 2 Part 1 – Language in cultural context 1. Use of language in electronic written communication 2. Use of language in political context

Assessment: Individual oral commentary (internal assessment) 15% Written task (external assessment) 20% a) Tendency of abbreviations for saving space, time and money Context: private and professional b) Tendency of poetic symbolism (g.e. poetic signs in sms) c) Tendency of confirming group conventions like dialect d) Tendency of disregarding general language rules like upper and lower case e) Renunciation of polite forms of addressing f) Abundant use of elliptic phrasing

a) Political speech in our times in a heated confrontation between political parties in parliament (speech of Steinbrueck in the German parliament) b) Ceremonious speech in the context of inauguration of a memorial (speech of A. Merkel in context of inauguration of a memorial) c) Political speech in a former time in a crucial debate about the Ermaechtigungsgesetze fuer Hitler: speech of Otto Wels and answer of Hitler

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Term 3 Part 2: Language and mass communication 1. Use of language in advertising 2. Use of language in blogs 3. Use of language in commentaries and satires 4. Use of language in comedy sketches

a) Elements of poetry (rime, alliteration, metaphor, symmetric sentences) b) Special language for highlighting the quality of product c) Play with words and mix-up with other languages Elements of exaggeration and irony Assessment: Further oral activities, based on part 1 and 2 15% Written task based on part 1 or 2 20%

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APPROXIMATE ORDER OF STUDY YEAR 12 AND 13

Year 12, Term 1 Part 4 – School’s free choice: Study of three works freely chosen. Oral Exam practice. Introduction to Literary Commentary and Literary Essay

Comparison Novel/Movie Based on Novel 1) Walser, Ein fliehendes Pferd (Movie same title by Rainer Kaufmann) 2) Böll, Die verlorene Ehre der Katharina Blum (Movie same title by Volker Schlöndorff) 3) Fontane, Effie Briest (Movie same title by Rainer Werner Fassbinder) Outcome: Individual Oral Presentation (15%), based on one of the three works studied

Year 12, Term 2 Part 1 – Literature in Translation Study of two works from the titles in the Prescribed Literature in Translation List. Literary Commentary practice. Literary Essay practice.

1) Umberto Eco, Der Name der Rose 2) Cees Nooteboom, Rituale

Outcome: Interactive Oral, reflective statement (300 – 400 words), supervised writing, written assignment: literary essay 1500 words (25%)

-‐ One for each work studied -‐ Developed from one of the pieces of supervised

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Year 12, Term 3 Part 3 - Literary genres Study of three works of the same genre chosen from the Prescribed List of German authors. Literary Essay practice. Unseen commentary practice.

Drama 1) Georg Büchner, Dantons Tod 2) Frank Wedekind, Frühlings Erwachen 3) Gotthold Ephraim Lessing, Minna von Barnhelm Outcome: Mock Exam – January 2016

Year 13, Term 1 Part 2 - Detailed Study Study of two works chosen from the Prescribed List of German authors; each work must be from a different literary genre. Oral commentary practice. Unseen commentary practice.

1) Roman: Arno Geiger: Es geht uns gut 2) Drama: J.W. Goethe, Faust 1 Outcome: Formal Oral: Individual Oral Commentary (15%)

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Year 13, from Christmas to Exams Part 3: Literary genres (end and revision) Unseen Commentary and Literary Essay practice

Revision of the works of Part 3 Outcome: Final Examination Paper 1 (20%) Final Examination Paper 2 (25%)

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Term 1 and 2 Part 1 – Literature in Translation Literary Commentary practice. Literary Essay practice.

1) Leo Tolstoi, Anna Karenina 2) Mario Vargas Llosa, Die Stadt und die Hunde

Assessment: written assignment (reflective statement + literary essay) (25%)

Homework: Studying of writer’s biography, of historical context; reading of novels, writing of summaries, writing of point of view, writing reflexions about the style of writing.

Term 3 and Year 2 Term 1 Part 2 - Detailed Study Study of two works chosen from the Prescribed List of German authors; each work must be from a different literary genre. Oral commentary practice. Unseen commentary practice.

1) Drama: Arthur Schnitzler, Das weite Land 2) Roman: Hermann Hesse, Steppenwolf Assessment: Individual Oral Commentary (15%) Homework: Studying of writer’s biography, of historical context; reading of the novel and the play, writing of summaries, writing of point of view, writing reflexions about the style of writing.

Term 2 and 3 Part 4 – School’s free choice: Study of three works freely chosen. Oral Exam practice.

Comparison Novel/Movie Based on Novel 1) Suesskind, Das Parfum (Movie by Tom Tykwer) 2) Scott Campbell, Aftermath (Movie by Caroline Link, Im Winter ein Jahr) 3) Frisch, Homo Faber (Movie by Volker Schloendorff) Assessment: Individual Oral Presentation (15%), based on one of the three works studied Term 3 Homework: Studying of writer’s biography, of historical context; reading of novels, writing of summaries, writing of point of view, film watching, writing of comparison.

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Part 3 - Literary genres Study of three works of the same genre chosen from the Prescribed List of German authors. Literary Essay practice. Unseen commentary practice.

Drama 1) Friedrich Schiller, Kabale und Liebe 2) Franz Xaver Kroetz, Maria Magdalena 3) Oedoen von Horvath, Glaube, Liebe, Hoffnung Assessment: Final Examination Paper 1 (20%) & Paper 2 (25%) Homework: Studying of writer’s biography, of historical context; reading of dramas, writing of summaries, writing of point of view, writing reflexions about the particularities of the genre and the differences in the style of writing. Exploring themes and ideas in the dramas.

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RUSSIAN LANGUAGE A HL: LITERATURE 2013-2015

APPROXIMATE ORDER OF STUDY YEAR 12 AND 13 Year 12, Term 1 Part 4 : (3 works) Study of three works freely chosen. Oral Exam practice. Introduction to Literary Commentary and Literary Essay

Literature and films • Le mariage de Figaro – O.Beaumarchais • The Idiot – F.M.Dostoevsky • The master and Margarita – M.A.Bulgakov

Assessment:

• Essays (commentary) • Oral presentation • Individual Oral Presentation (10-15 min) (15%),

based on one of the three works studied Homework: Studying of writers ‘biography, of historical context; Reading of novels, writing of summaries, writing of point of view, films watching, writing of comparison.

Year 12, Term 2 and Term 3 Part 1: Works in translation (3 works) Study of three works from the titles in the Prescribed Literature in Translation List. Literary commentary on unseen passages and Essay.

Literature in translation • The Outsider – A.Camus • A Farewell to armes – E.Hemingway • Doll’s House – H.Ibsen

Assessment: One for each work studied

• Interactive oral, • Reflective statement, • Supervised writing

Developed from one of the pieces of supervised writing

o Essay (1 200-1 500 words) + bilan (300-400 words) for an external assessment (25%)

Homework: Studying of writers ‘biography, of historical context; Reading of novels, writing of summaries, writing of point of view, writing reflexions about a story and style of writer.

Year 12, Term 3 Part 2: Detailed Study (1 work) Oral commentary practice. Study of three works chosen from the Prescribed List of Authors; each work must be from a different literary genre.

Poetry:

• Vladimir Vysotsky (10-15 different poems) Assessment:

• Oral Commentary of poems • Essay - commentary

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• Formal Individual Oral and discussion in Year 13 Homework: Studying of writer ‘biography V.S. Vysotsky, of historical context – URSS 60-80s; Reading of poems, writing about feelings, writing of point of view.

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RUSSIAN LANGUAGE A: LITERATURE HL-SL 2015-2017

APPROXIMATE ORDER OF STUDY

YEAR 12 AND 13

Year 12, term I Part 4 Study of three works freely chosen. Oral Exam practice. Introduction to Literary Commentary and Literary Essay

• The Idiot – F. Dostoyevsky • Dowerless girl– N. Ostrovsky (photocopies) • Heart of a dog - M. Bulgakov

Outcome: Individual Oral Presentation (15%), based on one of the three works studied

Year 12, term II Part 1 – Works in translation Study of three works from the titles in the Prescribed Literature in Translation List. Literary commentary on unseen passages and Essay.

• A Farewell to Arms – E. Hemingway • L’Etranger – A. Camus (HL) • Stupeur et tremblement – A. Notomb (en photocopie)

Outcome: Interactive oral, reflective statement, supervised writing, essay 1500 words.

-‐ One for each work studied -‐ Developed from one of the pieces of supervised writing.

Year 12, term III Part 3 - Literary genres Study of four works of the same genre chosen from the Prescribed List of Authors. Literary Essay practice.

DRAMA: The Woes of Wit- A. Groboyedov Revizor – N. Gogol (HL) The seagull – A. Tchekhov Duck Hunting – V. Vampilov Outcome: Mock Exam – January 2016

Year 13, term I Part 2: Detailed Study (3 works) Oral commentary practice. Study of three works chosen from the Prescribed List of Authors; each work must be from a different literary genre.

• Poetry : A.S. Pushkin • Novel : The Master and Margarita - M.Bulgakov • Short story : « The River » T. Tolstaya (HL)

Outcome: Formal Oral: Individual Oral Commentary (15%)

Year 13, from Christmas to Exams Part 3: Literary genres (end and revision) Unseen Commentary and Literary Essay practice throughout


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ITALIAN A: LITERATURE SL 2015-2017

APPROXIMATE ORDER OF STUDY YEAR 12 AND 13

Year 12, Term 1 Part 1 - Works in translation Study of two works from the titles in the Prescribed Literature in Translation list. Introduction to Literary Commentary and Essay.

1) K. Chopin, Il risveglio 2) A. Nothomb, Stupore e tremori Outcome: Written Assignment (25%) For each work: interactive oral, reflective statement, supervised writing. Essay to be developed from one of the pieces of supervised writing.

Year 12, Term 2 Part 4 – Option: Literature and film Study of three works freely chosen. Oral Exam practice. Literary Commentary / Essay practice.

1) A. Baricco, Novecento 2) G. Tomasi di Lampedusa, Il Gattopardo 3) K. Hosseini, Il cacciatore di aquiloni Outcome: Individual Oral Presentation (15%), based on one of the three works studied.

Year 12, Term 3 Part 2 - Detailed Study Study of two works chosen from the Prescribed List of Italian Authors; different literary genres. Oral commentary practice.

1) E. Montale, Ossi di seppia 2) P. Levi, Se questo è un uomo Outcome: Individual Oral Commentary (15%) June 2016

Year 13, Term 1 Part 3 - Literary genres - Drama Study of the first and second drama work chosen from the List of Italian Authors. Literary Essay / Unseen commentary practice.

1) Machiavelli, La mandragola 2) Goldoni, La locandiera Outcome: essay based on two of the three works studied (Paper 2 - 25%)

Year 13, Term 2 Part 3 - Literary genres - Drama Study of the third drama work chosen from the Prescribed List of Italian Authors. Unseen Commentary and Literary Essay practice.

3) L. Pirandello, Sei personaggi in cerca d’autore Outcome: Mock Exam - January 2017

Year 13, Term 3 Part 3 - Literary genres – Drama: revision Unseen Commentary and Literary Essay practice throughout. Exams Paper 1 - Literary Analysis: students write a critical essay analysing an unseen prose extract or poem supported by guiding questions. Paper 2 – Essay: students write a critical analysis and comparison of at least two of their

Revision of the works of Part 3 Outcome: Exam Paper 1 (20%) Exam Paper 2 (25%) Homework Students should be spending at least two to three hours on specific set tasks. These tasks could range from research, reading, preparation of oral presentations or seminar papers to drafting and redrafting the written assignment and writing critical essays as practice for

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set exam texts from Part 3 of the course which focuses on one literary genre.

paper 1 and 2. In addition, students are expected to read widely in their own time and across time periods – both contemporary and classics.

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LANGUAGE B SL FRENCH

YEAR 12 (NB) 2014-2016 YEAR 13 (LV) 2013-2015 1st Term The following CORE TOPICS will be studied: Social relationships : relationships (friendship, work, family), youngsters and society, social behaviours and stances, taboos versus what is socially acceptable Communication and media : internet, mail, telephone, press, radio and television, sensationalism in median Writing format and grammar: Official letter, diary, report, newspaper article, blog, brochure Use of past tenses, imperative, conditional, indirect style, different levels of register and linking words Homework: - Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension with questions - Writing: learn vocabulary and practice specific written formats: official letter, diary, report, newspaper article, blog, brochure Grammar exercises and studying for tests Assessment: Interactive Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests - Essays 2nd Term Customs and traditions: in France and the francophone world Global issues : the effect of man on nature, the environment and resources Writing format and grammar: Guide, Email, editorial, letter to a newspaper Futur tense, agreements with the past tenses, comparatives Homework: - Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension with questions - Writing: learn vocabulary and practice specific written formats: guide, Email, editorial, letter to a newspaper Grammar exercises and studying for tests Assessment: Interactive Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests - Essays 3rd Term Leisure: cultural activities and traveling, vacation Writing format and grammar:

1st Term The following OPTION TOPICS will be studied in preparation for the individual Oral in December. Cultural diversity: The diversity of languages, in the XXIst century, Europe and migrations. “Quelle langue parlez-vous?” “Emigration: à la recherché d’une vie meilleure” Leisure : a variety of activities performed for enjoyment (Revision) Customs and traditions: in France and the francophone world (Revision) Homework: - Final copy of the Written task - Option topics to revise, prepare a description of a picture in detail in order to perform a Mock oral (speak for 10 min) - Writing: mainly argumentative writing on topics from the Core Options and past papers questions. - Grammar exercises and studying for tests. Assessment: Interactive Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests - Essays-Argumentative written response For External Assessment: Written assignment: Receptive and written productive skills (20%) Creative writing of 300 - 400 words plus a 150 word rationale, based on 3 texts related to the Core. Word processed, written outside of school, e-marked. September-October 2014 For Internal Assessment: Individual oral (8–10 minutes) (20%) Based on the options: 15 minutes’ preparation time and a 10-minute (maximum) presentation and discussion with the teacher. In December 2014. 2nd Term: from January to April Health : Physical, mental and social well-being, as well as matters related to illnesses. “Santé et société” Science and technology : The relationship between science and technology: challenges of mankind “Science et société” “La science en débat”

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Film critic, review of all formats Adjectives and pronouns Preparation for the Written task: Based on 3 texts related to the Core options, creative writing of another text and rationale. Homework: - Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension with questions - Writing: learn vocabulary and practice specific written formats: film critic, review of all formats for written task Grammar exercises and studying for tests Assessment: Interactive Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests - Essays End of Year Exam Paper 1 (1 hour 30 minutes): Text-handling exercises on four written texts, based on the core (25%) Paper 2: Written productive skills: ( 250 to 400 words) based on options (25%) Materials : Le monde en français from Advanced Materials Grammar book: Grammaire progressive du français (marron), Niveau Avancé Clé International Past Papers Newspapers and magazines: Monaco- Matin, Les Clés de l'actualité, Sciences et Vie Junior, Le Monde hebdomadaire, Phosphore

Homework: Past papers : reading comprehension and all types of writing Assessment: May 2015 exam Paper 1 (1 hour 30 minutes): Text-handling exercises on four written texts, based on the core (25%) Paper 2 (1 hour 30 minutes): Written productive skills (25%) Section A (250 to 400 words) Materials: Le monde en français from Advanced Materials Grammar book: Grammaire progressive du français (marron), Niveau Avancé Clé International Past papers Newspapers and magazines: Monaco- Matin, Les Clés de l'actualité, Sciences et Vie Junior, Le Monde hebdomadaire, Phosphore

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LANGUAGE B HL FRENCH

YEAR 12 (LV and NB) 2014-2016 YEAR 13 (NB) 2013-2015 1st Term The following CORE TOPICS will be studied: Social relationships : relationships (friendship, work, family), youngsters and society, social behaviours and stances, taboos versus what is socially acceptable Communication and media : internet, mail, telephone, press, radio and television, sensationalism in median Literature: Study of Oscar et la dame en rose (Schmitt) (LV) Study of Antigone (Anouilh)(NB) Homework: - Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension with questions - Writing: learn vocabulary and practice specific written formats: official letter, diary, report, newspaper article, blog, brochure Grammar exercises and studying for tests Assessment: Interactive Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests - Essays 2nd Term Customs and traditions: in France and the francophone world Global issues : the effect of man on nature, the environment and resources Literature: Study of L’Etranger (Camus) Homework: - Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension with questions - Writing: learn vocabulary and practice specific written formats: guide, Email, editorial, letter to a newspaper Grammar exercises and studying for tests Assessment: Interactive Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests - Essays 3rd Term Leisure: cultural activities and traveling, vacation Literature: Written task on one of the two works studied during the 1st and 2nd term. Homework: - Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension with questions

1st Term The following OPTION TOPICS will be studied in preparation for the individual Oral in December. Health : Physical, mental and social well-being, as well as matters related to illnesses. Leisure : a variety of activities performed for enjoyment (Revision) Customs and traditions: in France and the francophone world (Revision) Homework: - Final draft of the Written task - Option topics to revise, prepare a description of a picture in detail in order to perform a mock oral (speak for 10 min) - Writing: mainly argumentative writing on topics from the Core Options and past papers questions. Grammar exercises and studying for tests Assessment: Interactive Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests - Essays Assessment: Individual Oral - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests - Argumentative written response For Internal Assessment: Written assignment: Receptive and written productive skills (20%) Creative writing of 500 - 600 words plus a 150 - 250 word rationale, based on one or two literary texts read in class. Word processed, written outside of school, e-marked. Individual oral (8–10 minutes) (20%) Based on the options: 15 minutes’ preparation time and a 10-minute (maximum) presentation and discussion with the teacher. 2nd Term: from January to April Cultural diversity: The diversity of languages, in the XXIst century, Europe and migrations Science and technology : The relationship between science and technology: challenges of mankind

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- Writing: learn vocabulary and practice specific written formats: film critic, review of all formats for written task Grammar exercises and studying for tests Assessment: Interactive Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests - Essays End of Year Exam Paper 1 (1 hour 30 minutes): Text-handling exercises on four written texts, based on the core (25%) Paper 2: Written productive skills: ( 250 to 400 words) based on options (25%) Materials : Le monde en français from Advanced Materials Grammar book: Grammaire progressive du français (marron), Niveau Avancé Clé International Past papers Newspapers and magazines: Monaco- Matin, Les Clés de l'actualité, Sciences et Vie Junior, Le Monde hebdomadaire, Phosphore

Homework: Past papers : reading comprehension and all types of writing Assessment: Paper 1 (1 hour 30 minutes): Text-handling exercises on five written texts, based on the core (25%) Paper 2 (1 hour 30 minutes): Written productive skills (25%) Section A (250 to 400 words) + Section B: (150–250 words ) Materials: Le monde en français from Advanced Materials Grammar book: Grammaire progressive du français (marron), Niveau Avancé Clé International Past papers Newspapers and magazines: Monaco- Matin, Les Clés de l'actualité, Sciences et Vie Junior, Le Monde hebdomadaire, Phosphore

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LANGUAGE B SL FRENCH

YEAR 12 2015-2017 YEAR 13 2015-2017 1st Term The following CORE TOPICS will be studied: Social relationships : relationships (friendship, work, family), youngsters and society, social behaviours and stances, taboos versus what is socially acceptable Communication and media : internet, mail, telephone, press, radio and television, sensationalism in median Writing format and grammar: Official letter, diary, report, newspaper article, blog, brochure Use of past tenses, imperative, conditional, indirect style, different levels of register and linking words Homework: - Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension with questions - Writing: learn vocabulary and practice specific written formats: official letter, diary, report, newspaper article, blog, brochure Grammar exercises and studying for tests Assessment: Interactive Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests - Essays 2nd Term Customs and traditions: in France and the francophone world Global issues : the effect of man on nature, the environment and resources Writing format and grammar: Guide, Email, editorial, letter to a newspaper Future tense, agreements with the past tenses, comparatives Homework: - Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension with questions - Writing: learn vocabulary and practice specific written formats: guide, Email, editorial, letter to a newspaper Grammar exercises and studying for tests Assessment: Interactive Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests -

1st Term The following OPTION TOPICS will be studied and revised in preparation for the individual Oral in December. Cultural diversity: The diversity of languages, in the XXIst century, Europe and migrations. “Quelle langue parlez-vous?” “Emigration: à la recherché d’une vie meilleure” Leisure : a variety of activities performed for enjoyment (Revision) Customs and traditions: in France and the francophone world (Revision) Homework: - Final copy of the Written task - Option topics to revise, prepare a description of a picture in detail in order to perform a Mock oral (speak for 10 min) - Writing: mainly argumentative writing on topics from the Core Options and past papers questions. - Grammar exercises and studying for tests. Assessment: Interactive Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests - Essays-Argumentative written response For External Assessment: Written assignment: Receptive and written productive skills (20%) Creative writing of 300 - 400 words plus a 150 word rationale, based on 3 texts related to the Core. Word processed, written outside of school, e-marked. September-October 2016 For Internal Assessment: Individual oral (8–10 minutes) (20%) Based on 2 options: 15 minutes’ preparation time and a 10-minute (maximum) presentation and discussion with the teacher (in December 2016).

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Essays 3rd Term Leisure: cultural activities and traveling, vacation Writing format and grammar: Film critic, review of all formats Adjectives and pronouns Introduction of the Written task: Based on 3 texts related to the Core options, creative writing of another text and rationale. Homework: - Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension with questions - Writing: learn vocabulary and practice specific written formats: film critic, review of all formats for written task Grammar exercises and studying for tests Assessment: Interactive Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests - Essays End of Year Exam Paper 1 (1 hour 30 minutes): Text-handling exercises on four written texts, based on the core (25%) Paper 2: Written productive skills: ( 250 to 400 words) based on options (25%) Materials : Le monde en français from Advanced Materials Grammar book: Grammaire progressive du français (marron), Niveau Avancé Clé International Past papers Newspapers and magazines: Monaco- Matin, Les Clés de l'actualité, Sciences et Vie Junior, Le Monde hebdomadaire, Phosphore

2nd Term: from January to April Health : Physical, mental and social well-being, as well as matters related to illnesses. “Santé et société” Science and technology : The relationship between science and technology: challenges of mankind “Science et société” “La science en débat” Homework: Past papers : reading comprehension and all types of writing as revision for the May 2017 exams Assessment: May 2017 exam Paper 1 (1 hour 30 minutes): Text-handling exercises on four written texts, based on the core (25%) Paper 2 (1 hour 30 minutes): Written productive skills (25%) Section A (250 to 400 words) Materials: Le monde en français from Advanced Materials Grammar book: Grammaire progressive du français (marron), Niveau Avancé Clé International Past papers Newspapers and magazines: Monaco- Matin, Les Clés de l'actualité, Sciences et Vie Junior, Le Monde hebdomadaire, Phosphore

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LANGUAGE B HL FRENCH 2015-2017

YEAR 12 YEAR 13 1st Term The following CORE TOPICS will be studied: Social relationships : relationships (friendship, work, family), youngsters and society, social behaviours and stances, taboos versus what is socially acceptable M.Barbery L’élégance du hérisson Communication and media : internet, mail, telephone, press, radio and television, sensationalism in median Literature: Study of Bonjour Tristesse (F.Sagan) Homework: - Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension with questions - Writing: learn vocabulary and practice specific written formats: official letter, diary, report, newspaper article, blog, brochure Grammar exercises and studying for tests Assessment: Interactive Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests - Essays 2nd Term Customs and traditions: in France and the francophone world Global issues : the effect of man on nature, the environment and resources Literature: Study of L’Etranger (Camus) Homework: - Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension with questions - Writing: learn vocabulary and practice specific written formats: guide, Email, editorial, letter to a newspaper Grammar exercises and studying for tests Assessment: Interactive Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests - Essays 3rd Term Leisure: cultural activities and traveling, vacation

1st Term The following OPTION TOPICS will be studied in preparation for the individual Oral in December. Health : Physical, mental and social well-being, as well as matters related to illnesses. Leisure : a variety of activities performed for enjoyment (Revision) Customs and traditions: in France and the francophone world (Revision) LITERATURE: Study of 99 francs (F. Beigbeder) Homework: - Final draft of the Written task - Option topics to revise, prepare a description of a picture in detail in order to perform a mock oral (speak for 10 min) - Writing: mainly argumentative writing on topics from the Core Options and past papers questions. Grammar exercises and studying for tests Assessment: Interactive and Individual Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests - Essays Assessment: Individual Oral - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests - Argumentative written response For Internal Assessment: Written assignment: Receptive and written productive skills (20%) Creative writing of 500 - 600 words plus a 150 - 250 word rationale, based on one or two literary texts read in class. Word processed, written outside of school, e-marked. Individual oral (8–10 minutes) (20%) Based on the options: 15 minutes’ preparation time and a 10-minute (maximum) presentation and discussion with the teacher. 2nd Term Cultural diversity: The diversity of

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Literature: Written task on one of the two works studied during the 1st and 2nd term. Homework: - Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension with questions - Writing: learn vocabulary and practice specific written formats: film critic, review of all formats for written task Grammar exercises and studying for tests Assessment: Individual Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests - Essays End of Year Exam *Paper 1 (1 hour 30 minutes): Text-handling exercises on four written texts, based on the core (25%) *Paper 2: Written productive skills: ( 250 to 400 words) based on options (25%) *Individual Oral Materials : Le monde en français from Advanced Materials Grammar book: Grammaire progressive du français (marron), Niveau Avancé Clé International Past papers Newspapers and magazines: Monaco- Matin, Les Clés de l'actualité, Sciences et Vie Junior, Le Monde hebdomadaire, Phosphore

languages, in the XXIst century, Europe and migrations Science and technology : The relationship between science and technology: challenges of mankind Homework: Past papers : reading comprehension and all types of writing Assessment: Paper 1 (1 hour 30 minutes): Text-handling exercises on five written texts, based on the core (25%) Paper 2 (1 hour 30 minutes): Written productive skills (25%) Section A (250 to 400 words) + Section B: (150–250 words ) Materials: Le monde en français from Advanced Materials Grammar book: Grammaire progressive du français (marron), Niveau Avancé Clé International Past papers Newspapers and magazines: Monaco- Matin, Les Clés de l'actualité, Sciences et Vie Junior, Le Monde hebdomadaire, Phosphore

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LANGUAGE Ab Initio FRENCH

YEAR 12 2015-2016 YEAR 13 2016-2017 1st Term The following CORE TOPICS will be studied: Individual and society:

• Daily routines • Education • Food and drink • Personal details, appearance and

character • Physical health • Relationship • Shopping

Writing format and grammar: Names, masculine and feminine, verbs and their conjugation. Affirmative and negative sentences. Questions. Homework: - Oral presentation - Reading comprehension with questions - Writing: Learn vocabulary and write simple sentences. Grammar exercises and studying for tests. Assessment: Oral presentation – Vocabulary tests Grammar tests. 2nd Term Leisure and work: In France and the francophone world

• Employment • Entertainment • Holidays • Media • Sport • Technology • Transport

Writing format and grammar: Brochure, short letter to a newspaper. The different tenses. Vocabulary. Homework:

1st Term Urban and rural environment: Leisure:

• Environment concerns • Global issues • Neighbourhood • Physical geography • Town and services • Weather

Homework: - Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension with questions - Writing: Learn vocabulary and practice specific written formats: postcard, small paragraphs. Past papers 1 and 2. Assessment: Interactive Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests – Past papers 1 and 2. 2nd Term: from January to April Revisions of the different topics. Homework: Past papers: Reading comprehension and all types of writing as revision for the oral in March and written exams in May 2017. Assessment: May 2017 exams Paper 1 and paper 2. Materials: Echo A1 and A2 Clé Internationnale Grammar books. Past papers. International Newspapers and magazines: Monaco- Matin, Les Clés de l'actualité, Sciences et Vie Junior Internet Past papers

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- Oral Presentation – Short conversation on given topics. - Writing: Learn vocabulary and practice specific written formats (guide, Email, letter to a newspaper). Grammar exercises and studying for tests. Assessment: Interactive oral presentation - Grammar tests. 3rd Term Leisure: Cultural activities and traveling, vacation Writing format and grammar: Express an opinion Adjectives and pronouns Introduction of the Oral task: Based on the different topics studied during the year. Homework: - Oral Presentation - - Writing: learn vocabulary and practice specific written formats. Grammar exercises and studying for tests Assessment: Interactive Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests – End of Year Exam Oral, mock exam Materials : Echo A1 and A2 Clé Internationnale Grammar books. Past papers. International Newspapers and magazines: Monaco- Matin, Les Clés de l'actualité, Sciences et Vie Junior Internet

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GERMAN LANGUAGE B: HL

APPROXIMATE ORDER OF STUDY FORMS OF ACTIVITY

Year 12, term 1 Core 2: Global Issues

-‐ Racism and discrimination incl. mobbing

-‐ Terror of Neonazis: Serial killing by the NSU (Mundlos, Boehnhardt und Zschaepe)

Novel “Naechsten Sommer” von Edgar Rai

-‐ Social, economic and psychological situation of young people in Germany

-‐ Watching the film “Die Kriegerin” of David Wnendt and creative writing: diary of Marisa after meeting the Afghanistan boy

-‐ Reading of articles of “Spiegel” and youtube-documentaries

-‐ Powerpoint-presentation: biography of the three terrorists and summary of the process in tribunal

-‐ Reading of a long text -‐ Summary of a long text -‐ Studying of the characters (using character types

defined in psychological studies) and the social economic backgrounds

-‐ Analyzing a text in following psychological and sociological criteria

Assessment: Interactive Oral Presentation -‐ 10%

Homework: PowerPoint preparation, reading, writing of text summaries, film watching, writing of film summaries

Year 12, term 2 Core 3: Social relationships

-‐ Human relationships in economic contexts:

-‐ Private equity financial societies, their objectives and their destructive and auto destructive tendencies and behaviors

Option 1: Cultural diversity

-‐ Succeeded integration of immigrants

-‐ -‐ Failed integration of immigrants

-‐ Film “Yello” -‐ Creative Writing: extract of the diary of the

female main character

-‐ Watching the film “Soul Kitchen” -‐ Analyzing the film: the conditions for a successful

integration -‐ Group discussion and writing a minute about it

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-‐ Watching the film “Die Fremde”

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-‐ Group discussion about the reasons of failure -‐ PowerPoint presentation of different aspects of the

multicultural society: the religious fundamentalists, the role of education, social status, language and work

-‐ Essay about integration of foreigners Assessment: Interactive Oral Presentation

-‐ 10%

Homework: Power point preparation, reading, writing of text summaries, film watching, writing of film summaries

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ITALIAN B HL

YEAR 12 YEAR 13 Term 1 Communication and media (Core) Advertising, bias in media, censorship, internet, mail, telephone, press, radio and television, sensationalism in media. Cultural diversity (Options) The ethnic, gender, racial, ideological and socio-economic varieties within the Italian community. Literature Study of G. Brera “I diavoli” Homework: - text-handling exercises, - reading comprehension with questions, - learn vocabulary, - practice specific written formats (diary, letter,

article, flyer, leaflet, blog) - prepare for oral presentation, - grammar exercises

Assessment: - reading comprehension tests (unseen texts) - essays and specific text types (Paper 2A) - grammar tests - interactive oral activity

Term 2 Global issues (Core) Energy reserves, food and water, global warming, climate change, natural disasters, the effect of man on nature, environment and sustainability, globalisation, migration, poverty and famine, drug, racism, prejudice, discrimination. Health (Options) Physical, mental and social well-being, as well as

Term 1 Science and technology (Options) The relationship between science and technology, and their impact on the individual and the society Revision of the option topics studied in year 12 in preparation for the Individual Oral Exam (October) Homework: - text-handling exercises, - reading comprehension with questions, - learn vocabulary, - practice specific written formats, - prepare for Individual Formal Oral,

Assessment: - reading comprehension tests (unseen texts) - essays and specific text types (Paper 2A) - Final version of the Written Assignment - Individual Formal Oral

Term 2 Revision of the Core topics

- Communication and media - Global Issues - Social relationships

Homework: - text-handling exercises, - reading comprehension with questions, - learn vocabulary, - practice specific written formats.

Assessment: - reading comprehension tests (Paper 1) - essays and specific text types (Paper 2)

Term 3 Revision of the Option topics

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matters related to illnesses. Literature Study of S. Zecchi “Amata per caso” Homework: - text-handling exercises, - reading comprehension with questions, - learn vocabulary, - practice specific written formats (petition,

interview, introduction to debate, speech) - prepare for oral presentation, - grammar exercises

Assessment: - reading comprehension tests (unseen texts) - essays and specific text types (Paper 2A) - grammar tests - interactive oral activity - argumentative writing (Paper 2B)

Term 3 Social relationships (Core) Celebrations, social and religious events, education, language and cultural identity, relationships (friendship, work, family), social and political structures, social behaviours, taboos versus what is socially acceptable.

Health (Options) Physical, mental and social well-being. Leisure (Options) The variety of activities performed for enjoyment.

Literature First draft of the Written Assignment (a creative writing task of 500-600 words + 250 word rationale). Homework: - text-handling exercises, - reading comprehension with questions,

- Pluralità culturale - Usi e tradizioni - Salute - Tempo libero - Scienza e tecnologia



Resources: “Le regole del gioco” vol. 2 e 3 “Almanacco d’attualità” M. Mazzantini “Venuto al mondo” Internet Giornali (Corriere della Sera, La Stampa, Repubblica, Il Sole 24 ore, ecc.) Examination Paper 1 (1hour 30 minutes) 25% Receptive skills: text-handling exercises on five written texts, based on the Core. Paper 2 (1 hour 30 minutes) 25% Written productive skills: Section A: one task of 250–400 words, based on the Options. Section B: response of 150–250 words to a stimulus text, based on the Core. Written Assignment 20% Receptive and written productive skills: creative writing of 500-600 words plus a 150- 250 word rationale, based on one or two literary texts read in class. Word processed, written outside of school, e-marked.

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- learn vocabulary, - practice specific written formats (official letter,

news report, proposal, review) - argumentative writing

Assessment: Paper 1 and Paper 2 questions. Resources: “Le regole del gioco” vol. 2 e 3 “Almanacco d’attualità” G. Brera “I diavoli” S. Zecchi “Amata per caso” Internet Giornali (Corriere della Sera, La Stampa, Repubblica, Il Sole 24 ore, ecc.)

Individual Oral (8–10 minutes) 20% Based on the Options: 15 minutes’ preparation time and a 10-minute presentation and discussion with the teacher. Interactive Oral Activity 10% Based on the Core: three classroom activities assessed by the teacher.

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ITALIAN B HL – September 2015

YEAR 12 YEAR 13 Term 1 Social relationships (Core) Individual and society, rules and values, the family, its changes and problems, social groups. Health (Options) The right to health, the national health service, health emergencies. Customs and traditions (Options) Food, celebrations (visit to EXPO 2015) Global issues (Core) Globalization, environment and sustainability (visit to EXPO 2015) Literature Study of A.D’Avenia “Ciò che inferno non è”. Link to Cultural diversity (ethnic, gender, racial, ideological and socio-economic varieties within a community). Homework: - text-handling exercises - reading comprehension with questions - learn vocabulary - practice specific written formats (diary,

letter, article, flyer, leaflet, blog) - prepare for oral presentation - grammar exercises

Assessment: - reading comprehension tests (unseen texts) - essays and specific text types (Paper 2A) - grammar tests - interactive oral activity

Term 2 Global issues (Core) Universal human rights, the Italian Constitution, Amnesty International, the International Court of Justice, children’s and women’s rights.

Term 1 Global issues (Core) Globalization, environment and sustainability (visit to EXPO 2015) Science and technology (Options) The relationship between science and technology, and their impact on the individual and the society (visit to EXPO 2015). Health (Options) Under- and over-nutrition, famine, food resources and distribution (visit to EXPO 2015). Completion of the Written Assignment (a creative writing task of 500-600 words + 250 word rationale). Revision of the option topics studied in year 12 in preparation for the Individual Oral Exam (November) Homework: - text-handling exercises - reading comprehension with questions - learn vocabulary - practice specific written formats - prepare for Individual Formal Oral

Assessment: - reading comprehension tests (unseen texts) - essays and specific text types (Paper 2A) - Final version of the Written Assignment - Individual Formal Oral

Term 2 Revision of the Core topics

- Communication and media - Global Issues - Social relationships

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Energy reserves, food and water, global warming, climate change, natural disasters, the effect of man on nature. Communication and media (Core) Press, radio, television, internet, advertising. Positive and negative aspects of the mass media. Bias and sensationalism in media, censorship. Literature Study of A. D’Avenia “Ciò che inferno non è” Link to Cultural Diversity (beliefs, values and norms, language diversity, subcultures, verbal and non-verbal communication, impact of racketeering on civil society). Homework: - text-handling exercises - reading comprehension with questions - learn vocabulary - practice specific written formats (petition,

interview, introduction to debate, speech) - prepare for oral presentation - grammar exercises

Assessment: - reading comprehension tests (unseen texts) - essays and specific text types (Paper 2A) - grammar tests - interactive oral activity - argumentative writing (Paper 2B)

Term 3 Health (Options) Physical, mental and social well-being. Leisure (Options) The variety of activities performed for enjoyment.

Literature Study of P. Crepet “Il caso della donna che smise di mangiare”. Link with the option Health, nutrition and eating disorders.



Term 3 Revision of the Option topics

- Cultural diversity - Customs and traditions - Health - Leisure - Science and technology

Homework: - text-handling exercises - reading comprehension with questions - learn vocabulary - practice specific written formats


Resources: “Le regole del gioco” vol. 2 e 3 “Almanacco d’attualità” A. D’Avenia “Cio’ che inferno non è” G. M. Brera “I diavoli della finanza” Internet Giornali (Corriere della Sera, La Stampa, Repubblica, Il Sole 24 ore, ecc.) Examination Paper 1 (1hour 30 minutes) 25% Receptive skills: text-handling exercises on five written texts, based on the Core. Paper 2 (1 hour 30 minutes) 25%

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First draft of the Written Assignment (a creative writing task of 500-600 words + 250 word rationale). Homework: - Text-handling exercises - Reading comprehension with questions - Learn vocabulary - Practice specific written formats (official

letter, news report, proposal, review) - Argumentative writing

Assessment: Paper 1 and Paper 2 questions. Resources: R. Amato “Società senza frontiere” A. De Matteis “Almanacco d’attualità” P. Crepet “Il caso della donna che smise di mangiare” A. D’Avenia “Cio’ che inferno non è” Internet, newspapers (Corriere della Sera, La Stampa, Repubblica, Il Sole 24 ore), movies.

Written productive skills: Section A: one task of 250–400 words, based on the Options. Section B: response of 150–250 words to a stimulus text, based on the Core. Written Assignment 20% Receptive and written productive skills: Creative writing of 500-600 words plus a 150- 250-word rationale, based on one or two literary texts read in class. Word processed, written outside of school, e-marked. Individual Oral (8–10 minutes) 20% Based on the Options: 15 minutes’ preparation time and a 10-minute presentation and discussion with the teacher. Interactive Oral Activity 10% Based on the Core: three classroom activities assessed by the teacher.

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LANGUAGE B HL RUSSIAN

YEAR 12 YEAR 13 1st Term The following CORE TOPICS will be studied: Social relationships : relationships (friendship, work, family), youngsters and society, social behaviours and stances, taboos versus what is socially acceptable Communication and media : internet, mail, telephone, press, radio and television, sensationalism in median Literature: Master and Margarita (M.Bugakov) Bury Me Behind the Baseboard" (P.Sanaev) (extraits) Homework: - Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension with questions - Writing: learn vocabulary and practice specific written formats: official letter, diary, report, newspaper article, blog, brochure Grammar exercises and studying for tests Assessment: Interactive Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests - Essays 2nd Term Customs and traditions: in France and the francophone world Global issues : the effect of man on nature, the environment and resources Literature: Study of The Idiot (F. Dostoevsky) Homework: - Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension with questions - Writing: learn vocabulary and practice specific written formats: guide, Email, editorial, letter to a newspaper Grammar exercises and studying for tests Assessment: Interactive Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests - Essays 3rd Term Leisure: cultural activities and traveling, vacation Literature: Written task on one of the two works studied during the 1st and 2nd term.

1st Term The following OPTION TOPICS will be studied in preparation for the individual Oral in December. Health : Physical, mental and social well-being, as well as matters related to illnesses. Leisure : a variety of activities performed for enjoyment (Revision) Customs and traditions: in France and the francophone world (Revision) Homework: - Final draft of the Written task - Option topics to revise, prepare a description of a picture in detail in order to perform a mock oral (speak for 10 min) - Writing: mainly argumentative writing on topics from the Core Options and past papers questions. Grammar exercises and studying for tests Assessment: Interactive Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests - Essays Assessment: Individual Oral - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests - Argumentative written response For Internal Assessment: Written assignment: Receptive and written productive skills (20%) Creative writing of 500 - 600 words plus a 150 - 250 word rationale, based on one or two literary texts read in class. Word processed, written outside of school, e-marked. Individual oral (8–10 minutes) (20%) Based on the options: 15 minutes’ preparation time and a 10-minute (maximum) presentation and discussion with the teacher. 2nd Term: from January to April Cultural diversity: The diversity of languages, in the XXIst century, Europe and migrations Science and technology: The relationship between science and technology: challenges of mankind

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Homework: - Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension with questions - Writing: learn vocabulary and practice specific written formats: film critic, review of all formats for written task Grammar exercises and studying for tests Assessment: Interactive Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests - Essays End of Year Exam Paper 1 (1 hour 30 minutes): Text-handling exercises on four written texts, based on the core (25%) Paper 2: Written productive skills: ( 250 to 400 words) based on options (25%) Materials : Russian for Russians The window to Russia Grammar book: Grammaire progressive du français (marron), Niveau Avancé Clé International Past papers Newspapers and magazines: Argumenty i Fakty

Homework: Past papers: reading comprehension and all types of writing Assessment: Paper 1 (1 hour 30 minutes): Text-handling exercises on five written texts, based on the core (25%) Paper 2 (1 hour 30 minutes): Written productive skills (25%) Section A (250 to 400 words) + Section B: (150–250 words ) Materials : Russian for Russians The window to Russia Grammar book: Grammaire progressive du français (marron), Niveau Avancé Clé International Past papers Newspapers and magazines: Argumenty i Fakty

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LANGUAGE B SL RUSSIAN

YEAR 12 YEAR 13 1st Term The following CORE TOPICS will be studied: Social relationships : relationships (friendship, work, family), youngsters and society, social behaviours and stances, taboos versus what is socially acceptable Communication and media : internet, mail, telephone, press, radio and television, sensationalism in median Literature: Master and Margarita (M.Bugakov) Bury Me Behind the Baseboard" (P.Sanaev) (extraits) Homework: - Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension with questions - Writing: learn vocabulary and practice specific written formats: official letter, diary, report, newspaper article, blog, brochure Grammar exercises and studying for tests Assessment: Interactive Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests - Essays 2nd Term Customs and traditions: in France and the francophone world Global issues : the effect of man on nature, the environment and resources Literature: Study of The Idiot (F.Dostoevsky) Homework: - Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension with questions - Writing: learn vocabulary and practice specific written formats: guide, Email, editorial, letter to a newspaper Grammar exercises and studying for tests Assessment: Interactive Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests - Essays

1st Term The following OPTION TOPICS will be studied in preparation for the individual Oral in December. Health : Physical, mental and social well-being, as well as matters related to illnesses. Leisure : a variety of activities performed for enjoyment (Revision) Customs and traditions: in France and the francophone world (Revision) Homework: - Final draft of the Written task - Option topics to revise, prepare a description of a picture in detail in order to perform a mock oral (speak for 10 min) - Writing: mainly argumentative writing on topics from the Core Options and past papers questions. Grammar exercises and studying for tests Assessment: Interactive Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests - Essays Assessment: Individual Oral - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests - Argumentative written response For Internal Assessment: Written assignment: Receptive and written productive skills (20%) Creative writing of 300 - 400 words plus a 100 - 150 word rationale, based on one or two literary texts read in class. Word processed, written outside of school, e-marked. Individual oral (8–10 minutes) (20%) Based on the options: 15 minutes’ preparation time and a 10-minute (maximum) presentation and discussion with the teacher.

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3rd Term Leisure: cultural activities and traveling, vacation Literature: Written task on one of the two works studied during the 1st and 2nd term. Homework: - Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension with questions - Writing: learn vocabulary and practice specific written formats: film critic, review of all formats for written task Grammar exercises and studying for tests Assessment: Interactive Oral Presentation - Reading comprehension - Grammar tests - Essays End of Year Exam Paper 1 (1 hour 30 minutes): Text-handling exercises on four written texts, based on the core (25%) Paper 2: Written productive skills: ( 250 to 400 words) based on options (25%) Materials : Russian for Russians The window to Russia Grammar book: Grammaire progressive du français (marron), Niveau Avancé Clé International Past papers Newspapers and magazines: Argumenty i Fakty

2nd Term: from January to April Cultural diversity: The diversity of languages, in the XXIst century, Europe and migrations Science and technology : The relationship between science and technology: challenges of mankind Homework: Past papers : reading comprehension and all types of writing Assessment: Paper 1 (1 hour 30 minutes): Text-handling exercises on four written texts, based on the core (25%) Paper 2 (1 hour 30 minutes): Written productive skills (25%) (250 to 400 words) Materials : Russian for Russians The window to Russia Grammar book: Grammaire progressive du français (marron), Niveau Avancé Clé International Past papers Newspapers and magazines: Argumenty i Fakty

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SPANISH B HL 2014-2015

Year 12 Year 13 Core topics: TERM 1 Communication and media: Spanish culture through press, TV and cinema. Mass Media: the influence of TV. Reality TV. The Press. The internet, censorship, sensationalism in the media. Body tuning as a result of image suggestions in the mass media Culture: Culture and art: Frida Kahlo. Picasso. Gaudi. Culture and Society: Che Guevara. Culture and literature. Stories and novels. Assessments: Spelling and vocab tests, oral presentations, listening and reading comprehension tests, creative writing tests Grammar text. Homework: Vocabulary to learn, grammar exercises, independent reading, written tasks… TERM 2 Social relationships: Relationships (friendship, work, family), social behaviour and stances, taboos versus what is socially acceptable. Family problems. Adolescents Cultural diversity (I) Immigrations. Gender. Varieties in the Hispanic world. Assessments: Spelling and vocab tests, oral presentations, listening and reading comprehension tests, creative writing tests Grammar text. Homework: Vocabulary to learn, grammar exercises, independent reading, written tasks…

Option topics: TERM 1 Cultural diversity: ethnic, gender, racial, religious, ideological and socio-economic varieties in the Hispanic world. Customs and traditions: current and past practices, representations, expressions and knowledge that belong to communities in the Hispanic world Assessments: Spelling and vocab tests, oral presentations, listening and reading comprehension tests, creative writing tests Grammar text. Homework: Vocabulary to learn, grammar exercises, independent reading, written tasks… TERM 2 Health: concepts of beauty and health, diet and nutrition, drug abuse, physical exercise. Physical, mental, and social well-being, as well as matters relating to illness and disease. Leisure: entertainment, social interaction through leisure, sports, travelling. Science and technology: relationship between science and technology, and their impact on the Hispanic world. Assessments: Spelling and vocab tests, oral presentations, listening and reading comprehension tests, creative writing tests Grammar text. Test WRITING TASK IB Spanish B HL ORAL Test IB Spanish B HL

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TERM 3 Global issues: The Environment and sustainability, energy reserves, food and water, climate change, global warming, globalisation, International Economy, migration, poverty, racism, prejudice. Drug abuse Cultural diversity (II) Immigrations. Gender. Varieties in the Hispanic world. Written Tasks: Argumentative / discursive essay, article, review, letter, blog post, petition, brochure, diary entry, interview, leaflets, introduction to debate, speech, news report, set of instructions, emails etc. Text handling exercises.

Preparation and Practice for exams: Past Papers. Presentations, debates, discussions… Assessments: Spelling and vocab tests, oral presentations, listening and reading comprehension tests, creative writing tests Grammar text. Homework: Vocabulary to learn, grammar exercises, independent reading, written tasks…

Homework: Vocabulary to learn, grammar exercises, independent reading, written tasks… TERM 3 Argumentative / discursive essay, article, review, letter, blog post, petition, brochure, diary entry, interview, leaflets, introduction to debate, speech, news report, set of instructions, emails etc. Text handling exercises. Preparation and Practice for exams: Past Papers Resource materials : Magazines, videos, the internet, podcasts, blogs, films, articles, newspapers…etc. Assessments: Spelling and vocab tests, oral presentations, listening and reading comprehension tests, creative writing tests Grammar text. Papers 1 and 4 IB SPANISH B HL Homework: Vocabulary to learn, grammar exercises, independent reading, written tasks…

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Spanish B HL/SL 2015-17

Year 12 Year 13 Core topics: TERM 1 Communication and media: Spanish culture through press, TV and cinema. Mass Media: the influence of TV. Reality TV. The Press. The internet, censorship, sensationalism in the media. Body tuning as a result of image suggestions in the mass media Culture: Culture and art: Frida Kahlo. Picasso. Gaudi. Culture and Society: Che Guevara. Culture and literature. Stories and novels. Literature: “Hector” Garcia Querejeta y David Planell Assessments: Spelling and vocab tests, oral presentations, listening and reading comprehension tests, creative writing tests Grammar text. Homework: Vocabulary to learn, grammar exercises, independent reading, written tasks… TERM 2 Social relationships: Relationships (friendship, work, family), social behaviour and stances, taboos versus what is socially acceptable. Family problems. Adolescents Cultural diversity (I) Immigrations. Gender. Varieties in the Hispanic world. Literature: “Hector” Garcia Querejeta y David Planell (Continuation)

Option topics: TERM 1 Cultural diversity: ethnic, gender, racial, religious, ideological and socio-economic varieties in the Hispanic world. Customs and traditions: current and past practices, representations, expressions and knowledge that belong to communities in the Hispanic world Literature: “Yerma” Federico Garcia Lorca Assessments: Spelling and vocab tests, oral presentations, listening and reading comprehension tests, creative writing tests Grammar text. Homework: Vocabulary to learn, grammar exercises, independent reading, written tasks… TERM 2 Health: concepts of beauty and health, diet and nutrition, drug abuse, physical exercise. Physical, mental, and social well-being, as well as matters relating to illness and disease. Leisure: entertainment, social interaction through leisure, sports, travelling. Science and technology: relationship between science and technology, and their impact on the Hispanic world.

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Assessments: Spelling and vocab tests, oral presentations, listening and reading comprehension tests, creative writing tests Grammar text. Homework: Vocabulary to learn, grammar exercises, independent reading, written tasks… TERM 3 Global issues: The Environment and sustainability, energy reserves, food and water, climate change, global warming, globalisation, International Economy, migration, poverty, racism, prejudice. Drug abuse Cultural diversity (II) Immigrations. Gender. Varieties in the Hispanic world. Literature: “Sabor a chocolate” Jose Carlos Carmona (HL) Written Tasks: Argumentative / discursive essay, article, review, letter, blog post, petition, brochure, diary entry, interview, leaflets, introduction to debate, speech, news report, set of instructions, emails etc. Text handling exercises.

Preparation and Practice for exams: Past Papers. Presentations, debates, discussions… Assessments: Spelling and vocab tests, oral presentations, listening and reading comprehension tests, creative writing tests Grammar text.

Assessments: Spelling and vocab tests, oral presentations, listening and reading comprehension tests, creative writing tests Grammar text. Test WRITING TASK IB Spanish B ORAL Test IB Spanish B Homework: Vocabulary to learn, grammar exercises, independent reading, written tasks… TERM 3 Argumentative / discursive essay, article, review, letter, blog post, petition, brochure, diary entry, interview, leaflets, introduction to debate, speech, news report, set of instructions, emails etc. Text handling exercises. Preparation and Practice for exams: Past Papers Resource Materials: Magazines, videos, the internet, podcasts, blogs, films, articles, newspapers…etc.

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Homework: Vocabulary to learn, grammar exercises, independent reading, written tasks…

Homework: Vocabulary to learn, grammar exercises, independent reading, written tasks…

Textbooks: “Manana” Advance Materials. Literature : “Hector” Gracia Querejeta y David Planell “Sabor a Chocolate” Jose Carlos Carmona. Short stories: (authors from different Spanish speaking countries) Magazine articles, films and internet resources used to support the textbook.

Textbooks: “Manana” Advance Materials. Literature : Yerma (F. García Lorca). Short stories: (authors from different Spanish speaking countries) Magazine articles, videos, films and internet resources used to support the textbook.

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Spanish Ab Initio 2015-16

Year 12 Year 13

Option topics: TERM 1 Leisure and work. Holiday. Individual and Society. Relationships Past Paper 1 and 2 Assessments: Spelling and vocab tests, oral presentations, listening and reading comprehension tests, creative writing tests Grammar text. Homework: Vocabulary to learn, grammar exercises, independent reading, written tasks… TERM 2 Leisure and work. Sports and Entertainment (entertainment, social interaction through leisure, sports, travelling) Individual and Society. Physical health. Urban and rural environment. Town and services. Past Paper 1 and 2 Assessments: Spelling and vocab tests, oral presentations, listening and reading comprehension tests, creative writing tests Grammar text. Test WRITING TASK Ab Initio Spanish Homework: Vocabulary to learn, grammar exercises, independent reading, written tasks…

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TERM 3 Argumentative / discursive essay, article, review, letter, blog post, petition, brochure, diary entry, interview, leaflets, introduction to debate, speech, news report, set of instructions, emails etc. Text handling exercises. Preparation and Practice for exams: Past Papers Resource materials : Magazines, videos, the internet, podcasts, blogs, films, articles, newspapers…etc.

Test ORAL Ab Initio Spanish

Assessments: Spelling and vocab tests, oral presentations, listening and reading comprehension tests, creative writing tests Grammar text. Papers 1 and 4 IB SPANISH B Homework: Vocabulary to learn, grammar exercises, independent reading, written tasks…

Textbooks: “AULA INTERNATIONAL 2” “AULA INTERNATIONAL 3” Short stories: (authors from different Spanish speaking countries) Magazine articles, videos, films and internet resources used to support the textbook.

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BUSINESS MANAGEMENT 2015- 2017 (current year 12’s)

Year 12 Course Content Year 12 Course Content TERM 1: Concept: CULTURE Business Organisations • Types of Organisation • Growth and Evolution

Human Resources • Leadership and management • Motivation theory • Organisational culture HL

Marketing • Marketing planning • International Marketing

Operations • HL Lean Production

Concept: CHANGE Operations • HL Crisis and Contingency Management

Business Organisations • Role of entrepreneur • Objectives

Human Resources • Functions of HR • Organisational structure-change/communication

TERM 2 Concept: CHANGE Finance • Sources of Finance • Costs and revenues/Break-Even • Cash-flow forecasting

Marketing • Role of Marketing • Marketing planning/ Sales Forecasting • Market Research

Operations • Research and Development

Concept: ETHICS Business Organisation • Social Enterprises & not for profit organisations • Vision and mission statement • Internal/External Stakeholder • External Environment

TERM 3: Concept: ETHICS Human Resources • Ethics within Leadership • Motivation and ethics • Industrial/employee relations

Finance • Final Accounts,

Marketing • Market vs. product orientation • Commercial vs. social marketing • Marketing objectives-Profit vs. non-profit

organisations. How marketing strategies evolve as a result of ethical pressures.

• Market Research-ethical considerations-sampling methods-qualitative vs. quantitative

Operations • Operations management strategies and practices

for ecological, social (human resource) and economic sustainability

• Ethics in Research and Development Concept: INNOVATION Business Organisation • Role of business and functions/change of sectors

and business activity • Growth of Technology

Human Resources • Communication technologies

Finance • Depreciation

Introduction to the Internal Assessment • Planning and preparation stages

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BUSINESS MANAGEMENT 2015- 2017 (current year 12’s cont.)

Year 13 Course Content Assessment

TERM 1: Continuation with the Internal Assessment Concept: INNOVATION Marketing • Marketing Mix • E-commerce

Concept: STRATEGY Business Organisations • Business plans • Long term planning

Human Resources • Organisational Structure • Human Resource strategy and resistance to

change Finance • Budgeting • Profitability and liquidity ratios • Investment Appraisal

Marketing • Position Map

Operations • Production methods • Production Planning • Crisis Management and contingency planning

TERM 2 Concept: GLOBALISATION Business Organisation • Sectors of industry • Growth and impact of globalisation

Human Resources • Workforce planning • Pay structure and rewards across national

boundaries • Global Communication Operations • Location • Global influences on innovation

Preparation for Paper 1 Case Study Revision

Assessment: Regular formative presentations & tests using cases studies and “essay” practice plus timed summative tests using exam style questions. Further appropriate study is required at home on a regular basis. Examination: Paper 1, based on pre-seen case (2 hours 15 min. HL, 1 hour 15 min SL) & Paper 2 data Response (2 hours 15 min. HL, I hour 45 min. SL). Each exam includes an extended response essay. Coursework accounts for 25% of final grade Concepts and Real World Examples Students are required to have an understanding of the following concepts: CHANGE, CULTURE, STRATEGY, INNOVATION, ETHICS AND GLOBALISATION These concepts must be clearly linked to business theory and real world examples. Students are examined on their ability to utilise the concepts, theory and real life examples in Paper 2 Section C, whereby they must answer a 20-mark essay style question. Resources http://www.businessmanagementib.com www.tutor2u.com Business Management: Paul Hoang

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BUSINESS MANAGEMENT 2015 to 2016 (Current year 13’s)

Course Content Assessment TERM 1: Continuation with the Internal Assessment Business Organisations • Organisational Planning tools Finance • Budgeting • Final Accounts • Ratio Analysis Human resources • Motivation including theories, monetary and

non-monetary motivation in practice • Leadership and management including styles of

management and role / functions • Human resources functions and evolution • Organizational structure including span of

control, delegation, outsourcing etc. and changes • Communication: forms of and effectiveness,

Information Communication Technology • Organizational and corporate cultures • Employer and employee relations

Operations management • Role of Operational Management • Production methods • Lean Production and Quality management • Location • Innovation TERM 2: Paper 1 Examination case study preparation Human Resources • Change and the management of change Operations • Crisis management and contingency planning Revision

Assessment: Regular formative presentations & tests using cases studies and “essay” practice plus timed summative tests using exam style questions. Further appropriate study is required at home on a regular basis. Examination: Paper 1, based on pre-seen case (2 hours 15 min. HL, 1 hour 15 min SL) & Paper 2 data Response (2 hours 15 min. HL, I hour 45 min. SL). Each exam includes an extended response essay. Coursework accounts for 25% of final grade Concepts and Real World Examples Students are required to have an understanding of the following concepts: CHANGE, CULTURE, STRATEGY, INNOVATION, ETHICS AND GLOBALISATION These concepts must be clearly linked to business theory and real world examples. Students are examined on their ability to utilise the concepts, theory and real life examples in Paper 2 Section C, whereby they must answer a 20-mark essay style question. Resources http://www.businessmanagementib.com www.tutor2u.com Business Management: Paul Hoang

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ECONOMICS

Year 12 HL/SL Year 13 HL/SL TERM 1: Introduction to Economics • Introduction to the economic issues arising from

scarcity • Economics as a social science Section 1:Microeconomics • The operation of the market system (supply &

demand and elasticities) • Government interventions in the markets (taxes

/subsidies /price control) • Market failures (including pollution, merit, common

& public goods, asymmetry of information, monopoly power)

Section 1: Microeconomics (Theory of the Firm HL) • Costs and revenues • Goals of firms • Theory of the Firm: Perfect competition,

Monopolistic competition, Oligopolies (collusive and non-collusive) Monopolies

• Price Discrimination Internal Assessment Write the first commentary on the topic of Microeconomics. TERM 2 and 3 Section 2: Macroeconomics • The measurements of national income and

shortcomings and intro to AD / AS analysis • Macroeconomic objectives: unemployment,

inflation, deflation, growth and equity • Fiscal Policy: Government budget, role and

evaluation • Monetary : Interest rates, role and evaluation • The nature of macroeconomic policies (multiplier &

accelerator theories, crowding-out effect etc.) • Supply Side Policies (Interventionist Vs. Market

based and evaluations) • The debate between neo-classical and neo-

Keynesian as to their effectiveness. Internal Assessment Write the second Commentary on the topic of Macroeconomics.

TERM 1: Section 3: International Economics: Section 3: International Economics: • Free trade including benefits and restrictions • The Balance and Payments • The Determination of Exchange Rates • Economic policy implications, Economic

integration (EU, NAFTA, etc.) • Monetary union • Terms of trade. Internal Assessment Write the third and final commentary on International Economics. TERM 2 Section 4: Development economics: • Growth, development and measurements • Factors affecting development including

domestic factors, international trade, FDI, Aid, debts

• Balance between markets and intervention Completion of the Individual Internal Assessment portfolio. REVISION Assessment: Students are set regular formative tests, presentations and homework as well as evaluative timed tests based on past examination questions. Further appropriate study is required at home on a regular basis. Examination: Course examined using 2 exams for SL (essays and data response exams) plus a quantitative exam for HL. Students will also have to complete a economic commentaries portfolio which accounts for 25% of final result (SL) and 20% (HL) Resources: https://ismonaco.lanternaonline.com/ Economics: Jason Welker http://welkerswikinomics.com

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HISTORY (current year 12’s)

Year 12 Year 13 History IB Terms 1 and 2 Authoritarian States: HL+SL Emergence of authoritarian states Consolidation and maintenance of power Aims and results of policies The detailed examples studied will be: Mao and China 1911-1976 Stalin and the Soviet Union 1917-1953 Hitler and Germany 1919-1945 Term 3 Paper 1 Prescribed Topic: The Move to Global War Case Study 1 – Japanese expansion in East Asia 1931-1941 Case Study 2 – German and Italian expansion 1933-1940 HL only Term 1 Imperial Russia, revolution and the establishment of the Soviet Union 1855-1924 Term 2 Europe 1918-1945 Possible topics covered include:

• Paris Peace Settlements and League of Nations • Rise of Mussolini, consolidation and pre-war

domestic policies • Spain 1918-1939 • Collective security and Appeasement • Causes of the Second World War • Impact of the Second World War on civilian

populations

Terms 1 and 2: The Cold War–Superpower Tensions and Rivalry HL+SL Rivalry, mistrust and accord Leaders and nations Cold War Crises End of the Cold War The detailed examples studied will be: Leaders – Stalin, Khrushchev, Castro Crises – Berlin Blockade, Cuban Missile Crisis, Berlin Wall INTERNAL ASSESSMENT HL+SL: An individual historical investigation of 2200 words the title to be agreed by the teacher & student. HL only The Soviet Union and Eastern Europe 1953-2000 Term 3: Examination preparation. Assessment Students write regular timed essays in class to practice for Papers 2 and 3. Document evaluation and analysis exercises and Document Test when the Prescribed Topic is covered. Regular reading around the subjects and revision of topics already covered is required for homework. Examination All students sit 2 exams a Document Paper (SL 30% HL 20%) and an Essay Paper (SL 45% HL 25%) HL students sit a further Essay Paper (35%) The Internal Assessment is 25% for SL students and 20% for HL students

Textbooks: Authoritarian and Single Party States – A. Todd, S. Waller; The Move to Global War – Allan Todd; Causes, Practices and Effects of Wars – Paul Guinness; Imperial Russia, Revolutions and the Emergence of the Soviet State – Sally Waller; Inter-war Years – A. Todd, J. Bottaro, S. Waller The Department also has a range of individual books which can be used in lessons

Textbooks: The Cold War – Allan Todd The Soviet Union and Eastern Europe 1924-2000 The Department also has a range of individual books which can be used in lessons

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HISTORY (current year 13’s)

Content Assessment Terms 1 and 2: Paper 1 Prescribed Topic: International Relations 1919-1936: HL +SL (started in year 12 completed in year 13) The topic covers the post World War I peace treaties and their effects, the role of the League of Nations, Disarmament and threats to the peace:

-‐ Manchuria -‐ Abyssinia

(This is the source paper topic for ALL students S.L. & H.L.)

The Cold War: HL +SL Origins of the Cold War Nature of the Cold War Development and impact of the Cold War The detailed examples studied will be: Wartime Conferences US and Soviet policies and the development of Europe Thaw and Deténte in 1950s Cuban Missile Crisis Thaw and Détente in 1960s/70s and the “new” Cold War Gorbachev, Reagan and the end of the Cold War INTERNAL ASSESSMENT: An individual assignment of 1500-2000 words on a historical topic, the title to be agreed by the teacher & student. HL only. Inter-war Years in Europe: conflict and cooperation 1919-39

• Spanish Civil War • Appeasement and the failure of international

diplomacy The Soviet Union and Eastern Europe 1953-2000

• Khrushchev • Brezhnev • Case study of one Sovietized/satellite state • Transformation of Soviet Union 1982-2000

Term 3: Examination preparation.

Textbooks: Peace-making, peacekeeping-international relations 1918-36 – A. Dailey, D. Williamson; The Cold War – Allan Todd; Inter-war Years – A. Todd, J. Bottaro, S. Waller; The Soviet Union and Eastern Europe 1924-2000 The Department also has a range of individual books which can be used in lessons. Assessment Students write regular timed essays in class to practice for Papers 2 and 3. Document evaluation and analysis exercises and timed Document papers when the Prescribed Topic is covered. Regular reading around the subjects and revision of topics already covered is required for homework. Examination Paper 1 Document Paper on International Relations 1919-1936 (One hour) Five sources and Four structured questions SL 30% HL 20% Paper 2 Essay Paper (One hour 30 minutes) Choice of questions and students choose two SL 45% HL 25% Paper 3 Essay Paper (Two hours 30 minutes) Choice of questions and students choose three ONLY HL 35% The Internal Assessment is 25% for SL students and 20% for HL students

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GEOGRAPHY Year 12 HL/SL Year 13 HL/SL TERM 1: Core topic: Patterns and change: * Population change (BRs, DRs, RNI, IMR, TFR, LE), population structure, population momentum and the importance of population projections, population policies, causes and impacts of migration, gender inequalities. *Disparities in wealth and development: measurement of regional and global disparities, their causes; changing patterns and trends in disparities; can these disparities be reduced? * Patterns in environmental quality and sustainability: the atmospheric system and global climate change; the causes and consequences of soil degradation; water use, access and scarcity; biodiversity in tropical rainforests, environmental sustainability and management strategies. TERM 2: * Patterns in resource consumption: population pressure on resources, ecological footprints, Malthusian theories and opposition; changing patterns of oil production and consumption; conservation strategies and reducing resource consumption. TERM 2 and 3: Optional theme: Leisure, Sport and Tourism: Tourism at the international, national, regional and local scales: the economic, social and environmental impacts of tourism, tourism as a development strategy and managing tourism in urban areas; Sport at the international, national, regional and local scales: a case study of a contemporary sports event, of a national sports league and of urban patterns of sports facilities; sustainable tourism. Student fieldwork investigation in local area

TERM 1: Student Internal Assessment in local area (September) Optional theme: Extreme Environments: the distribution of glacial and desert environments, the climate and landforms found in glacial and desert environments; human interaction and use of glacial and desert environments and issues of human impact and sustainability Optional theme: Extreme Environments The global distribution and climatic characteristics of hot desert and glacial environments, landforms associated with hot desert and glacial environments, human interaction and impacts on hot desert and glacial environments OR Optional theme: The Geography of Food and Health: Variations in health at different scales, measuring health, prevention of diseases relative to treatment, the global availability of food, measuring food availability, food security, agricultural systems, agribusiness, the green revolution, food production and markets, food aid and trade, sustainable agriculture, global patterns of disease, diseases of poverty and affluence, the geographical spread of disease, approaches to managing the diffusion of disease. TERM 2 :( complete previous topic if necessary). Optional theme: Urban Environments: patterns for urbanization and urban growth; analysis of the causes of urbanization in LEDCs and MEDCs; urban movements in MEDCs and LEDCs; urban renewal, regeneration and change; urban stress

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including social, economic and environmental issues; case studies on sustainable city management, the urban ecological footprint, pollution management and controlling rapid city growth. Higher Level extension: Global interactions: measuring global interactions, the shrinking world, economic interactions and flows, environmental change, socio-cultural exchanges, political outcomes, global interactions at the local level. On-going throughout Year 12 and 13 for Higher Level students only. Assessment: Assessment is based on structured questions that reflect typical exam questions.

Textbooks: Geography IB course companion, Geography Study Guide: Oxford IB Diploma Programme, Geography for the IB Diploma: Patterns and Change, Geography for the IB Diploma: Global Interactions

Exams: Paper 1, 1 hour 30 minutes based on the core topic. 40% (Standard Level), 25% (Higher Level) Paper 2, 1 hour 20 minutes (Standard Level), 2 hours (Higher Level). 35% (Standard and Higher Level) Paper 3, 1 hour. 20% (Higher Level only) Internal Assessment. 25% (Standard Level) 20% (Higher Level)

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IB CHEMISTRY HL / SL APPROXIMATE ORDER OF STUDY

YEAR 12 YEAR 13 Term 1: Topic 1: Stoichiometric Relationships The mole concept, finding formula, balancing equations, mass and gaseous volume relationships in chemical reactions. Topic 11: Measurement and data processing. Topic 2: Atomic structure The atoms, the electrons configuration and arrangement, the mass spectrometer. Topic 3: The Periodic Table Physical and Chemical properties, trends across period and first-row d-block elements. Term 2 Topic 4: Chemical Bonding and Structure Ionic, covalent and metallic bonding. Intermolecular forces, shapes of molecules and ions, hybridization, delocalization of electrons. Topic 5: Energetics / Thermochemistry Exothermic and endothermic reactions, Hess’s law, bond enthalpies, standard enthalpy changes of reaction, the Born–Haber cycle. Term 3 Topic 6: Chemical Kinetics Rates of reaction, collision theory, rate expression, reaction mechanism, activation energy. Topic 7: Equilibrium Dynamic equilibrium and its position, liquid–vapour equilibrium, the equilibrium law. IA preparation

Term 1: Topic 8: Acids and Bases Theories and properties of acids and bases, strong and weak acids and bases, calculations involving acids and bases, buffer solutions, salt hydrolysis, indicators. Topic 9: Redox Processes Redox equations, reactivity, voltaic cells, electrolytic cells Topic 10: Organic Chemistry Alkanes, alkenes, Alcohols, halogenoalkanes, nucleophilic substitution reactions, elimination reactions, condensation reactions, reaction pathways, stereoisomerism. Term 2 Mock Examination in January 2016. Option C: Energy Energy sources, fossil fuels, nuclear fusion and fission, solar energy, environmental impact, electrochemistry, photovoltaic cells, dye-sensitized solar cells. Revisions: practice of past papers 1,2 and 3.

Assessment: End of unit tests Practice of Internal Assessment End of Year Exam: Paper 1 (multiple choice questions) SL: 30 marks – 45 minutes HL: 40 marks – 1 hour Paper 2 (Extended response)

Resources: Pearson IB Chemistry Oxford IB Chemistry Chemistry Data Booklet OSC IB Revision Guide. Homework: Exam questions, IA practice, research question,

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SL: 50 marks – 75 minutes HL: 95 marks – 135 minutes

extended reading.

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IB BIOLOGY HL / SL

YEAR 12 YEAR 13 Term 1 Topic 1: Cell Biology Cell theory and the evidence for, size and magnification, prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, structure and function of membranes and cell division. Topic 9: Plant Biology HL Transport, growth and reproduction in plants. Topic 2: Molecular Biology Chemical elements and water, organic molecules, enzymes and their properties, cell respiration and photosynthesis. Topic 8: Metabolism, Cell Respiration & Photosynthesis HL Metabolism and chemical reactions, aerobic and anaerobic respiration, photosynthesis – light dependent and light independent reactions. Term 2 Topic 3: Genetics Every living organism inherits a blueprint for life from its parents. Chromosomes, meiosis, mitosis, GM and Biotechnology.

Topic 7: Nucleic Acids HL The structure of DNA is ideally suited to its function. Transcription, translation and gene expression,

Term 3 Topic 4: Ecology Species, communities and ecosystems, energy flow, carbon cycling, and climate change IA preparation

Term 1 Topic 4: Ecology Carbon cycling, and climate change Topic 5: Evolution and Biodiversity Evidence for evolution, natural selection, classification and biodiversity, cladistics Topic 10: Genetics and Evolution Topic HL Genes may be linked or unlinked and are inherited accordingly. Meiosis, gene pools and speciation.

Term 2: Mock Examination in January on all previous material. Topic 6: Human Physiology The structure of the wall of the small intestine allows it to move, digest and absorb food. The blood system, immune system, neurons, hormones,

Topic 11: Animal Physiology HL Antibody and vaccination, movement, kidney and sexual reproduction Option D – Human Physiology Nutrition, digestion, liver, the heart, hormones, transport.

Assessment End of unit tests Independent assessment: Practice IA during the year. End of Year Exam Paper 1: Multiple choice SL: 30 marks, 45 Minutes, HL: 40 marks, 60 minutes Paper 2: SL: 50 marks, 75 minutes, HL: 78 marks, 135 minutes

Resources and texts Pearson IB Biology Biozone IB Biology workbook Oxford IB Diploma Programme Biology Course Book 2014 Homework: Research, reading, exam questions, other written assignments.

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IB PHYSICS HL / SL

YEAR 12 YEAR 13 Term 1 Topic 1: Measurements and Uncertainties Measurements in Physics, Measurement and Uncertainties, Vectors and scalars Topic 2: Mechanics Motion, Forces, Work, Energy and Power, Momentum and Impulse Term 2 Topic 3: Thermal Physics Thermal Concepts, Modelling a Gas Topic 4: Waves Oscillation, Travelling Waves, Wave Characteristics, Wave Behaviour, Standing Waves Topic 9: Wave Phenomena (AHL) SHM, Single-Slit Diffraction, Interference, Resolution, Doppler Effect Term 3 Topic 6: Circular Motion and Gravitation Circular Motion, Newton’s Law of Gravitation Topic 5: Electricity and Magnetism Electric Fields Topic 10: Fields (AHL) Describing Fields, Fields at Work Topic 8: Energy Production Energy Sources, Thermal Energy Transfer IA preparation

Term 1 Topic 6: Electricity and Magnetism Heating effect of Electric Currents, Electric Cells, Magnetic effects of Electric Currents Topic 10: EM Induction (AHL) EM Induction, Power generation and transmission, Capacitance Topic 7: Atomic, Nuclear and Particle Physics Discrete Energy and Radioactivity, Nuclear Reactions, The Structure of Matter Topic 12: Quantum and Nuclear Physics (AHL) The Interaction of Matter With Radiation, Nuclear Physics Term 2 Mock examination January 2016 Option D: Astrophysics Stellar Quantities, Stellar Characteristics and Stellar Evolution Astrophysics (AHL) Stellar Processes, Additional Cosmology Revision: practice of past papers 1,2,3

Assessment: End of unit tests based Practice of Internal assessment End of year exam: Paper 1 (multiple choice questions) SL: 30 marks – 45 minutes HL: 40 marks – 1 hour Paper 2 (Extended response) SL: 50 marks – 75 minutes HL: 95 marks – 135 minute

Resources: Pearson IB Physics Oxford IB Physics Physics Data Book OSC IB Revision Guide Homework: Exam questions, IA practice questions, Extended reading, Research

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IB Environmental Systems and Societies SL

YEAR 12 YEAR 13 Term 1 Topic 1: Fundamentals of ESS Environmental Values, historical events and perspectives, Systems and models, energy and equilibria, sustainability, humans and pollution Topic 2: Ecosystems and Ecology Species and populations, communities and ecosystems, flow of energy and matter, Biomes, zonation and succession. Term 2 Topic 3: Biodiversity and conservation Introduction to biodiversity, Origins of biodiversity, threats to biodiversity, conservation of biodiversity. Topic 8: Human systems and resource use Human population dynamics, resource use in society, solid domestic waste, human resource use Term 3 Topic 4: Water, Food production and society Introduction to water systems, access to fresh water, aquatic food production systems, water pollution. Topic 2.5: Investigating ecosystems – Practical work IA preparation

Term 1 Topic 5: Soil systems and society Introduction to soil systems, terrestrial food production, soil degradations and conservation Topic 6: Atmospheric systems and society Introduction to the atmosphere, stratospheric ozone, photochemical smog, acid deposition Term 2: Mock Examination in January on all previous material. Topic 7: Climate change and energy production Energy choices and security, causes and impacts of climate change, mitigation and adaptation to climate change.

Assessment End of unit tests Independent assessment: Practice IA during the year. End of Year Exam Paper 1: Case study (40 marks) – 1hour, 25% Paper 2: Short answers and essay questions (65 marks) - 2 hours, 50% Internal assessment: 30n marks, 25%

Resources and texts Cambridge IB Environmental Systems Homework: Research, reading, exam questions, other written assignments.

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MATHEMATICS HL

Year 12 Year 13 Term 1 Exponents and Logarithms Polynomial Functions and their Graphs Quadratic Functions General Functions, their Properties and Transformations Arithmetic and Geometric Series Combinations and Permutations Complex Number Algebra De Moivre’s Theorem Conjugate Roots of Polynomial Equations Term 2 Radian Measure Trigonometric Functions and their Inverses Trigonometric Equations Reciprocal Trigonometric Functions Trigonometric Identities Transformations of Trigonometric Functions The Derivative Stationary Points Integration, including Area enclosed by a Curve Term 3 Probability and Statistics Conditional Probability Discrete Random Variables, including the Binomial Distribution Continuous Random Variables, including the Poisson and Normal Distributions Probability Density Functions Mathematical Induction Preparation for the Exploration (Internal Assessment) before the Summer Break

Term 1 Product, Chain and Quotient Rules Implicit Differentiation Indefinite Integrals Volumes of Revolution Kinematics Integration by Substitution and by Parts Vector Geometry The Scalar and Vector Products Three Dimensional Vectors Vector Equation of a Plane Solution of Linear Systems Term 2 Option: To study one of Further Probability and Statistics, Groups, Further Calculus, Discrete Mathematics or Linear Algebra Completion of the Exploration Revision – extensive use of Past Papers Term 3 – External Examinations Paper 1 (30%) – Two hours Non-calculator paper with short and long response questions Paper 2 (30%) – Two hours Calculator paper with short and long response questions Paper 3 (20%) – One hour The Option. Calculator paper with long response questions Exploration 20% Textbook – Mathematics Higher Level for the IB Diploma; Cambridge

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MATHEMATICS SL

Year 12 Year 13 Term 1 Exponents and Logarithms Polynomial Functions and their Graphs Quadratic Functions General Functions, their Properties and Transformations Arithmetic and Geometric Series The Binomial Theorem Term 2 Radian Measure Trigonometric Functions and Trigonometric Equations Trigonometric Identities Transformations of Trigonometric Functions The Derivative Stationary Points Optimization Integration, including Area enclosed by a Curve Term 3 Probability and Statistics Conditional Probability The solution of Triangles Arcs and Sectors Preparation for the Exploration (Internal Assessment) before the Summer Break Assessment This is conducted through the regular setting and correcting of homework, alongside a written test for each completed topic.

Term 1 Further Probability Discrete Random Variables, including the Binomial Distribution Continuous Random Variables, including the Normal Distribution Product, Chain and Quotient Rules Indefinite Integrals Volumes of Revolution Kinematics Vector Geometry The Scalar Product Three Dimensional Vectors The Vector Equation of a Straight Line Term 2 Completion of the Exploration Revision – extensive use of Past Papers Term 3 – External Examinations Paper 1 (40%) – 1.5 hours Non-calculator paper with short and long response questions Paper 2 (40%) – 1.5 hours Calculator paper with short and long response questions Exploration 20% Textbook – Mathematics Standard Level for the IB Diploma; Cambridge

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MATHEMATICAL STUDIES SL

Year 12 Year 13 Term 1 Classification of Number Approximation/Estimation Scientific Form SI Units Solution of Simultaneous Equations Arithmetic and Geometric Series Financial Applications Currency Conversion Discrete and Continuous Data Descriptive Statistics Measures of Central Tendency Measures of Dispersion Term 2 Set Theory using Venn Diagrams Probability Conditional Probability The Normal Distribution Correlation and Regression Chi-Squared Test for Independence Term 3 Straight Line Geometry Trigonometric Ratios and Pythagoras’ Theorem The Solution of Triangles Three Dimensional Geometry General Functions The Quadratic Model The Exponential Function The Drawing of Graphs, including the Use of the GDC Preparation for the Project (Internal Assessment) before the Summer Break

Term 1 The Derivative Tangents to a Curve Logic Compound Statements Truth Tables Testing Validity Stationary Points Optimization Problems Term 2 Completion of the Exploration Revision – extensive use of Past Papers Term 3 – External Examinations Paper 1 (40%) – 1.5 hours Calculator paper with short response questions Paper 2 (40%) – 1.5 hours Calculator paper with long response questions Exploration 20% Assessment This is conducted through the regular setting and correcting of homework, alongside a written test for each completed topic. Textbook – Mathematical Studies Standard Level for the IB Diploma; Cambridge

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Visual Art SL/HL

APPROXIMATE ORDER OF STUDY YEARS 12 AND 13 Year 12, term 1 Practical introduction to the course Introduction to the Visual Arts Journal, and the Comparative Study Experiments with media and technology Understand the ‘art-making forms table’ SL must work from two art-making forms and HL must work in three forms. How does context/culture influence and inform art? Reflect on the purpose of making art now. HL focus on starting points of creativity. Develop ideas and concepts within the visual arts journal. Looking at art

Exploring the three core curriculum areas (visual art in context, visual arts methods and communicating visual arts) Discussing possible journal formats, responding to and being inspired by the visual arts, learning how to research including analysing and citing work within the visual arts. Explore practical options/ideas related to art making. Consider the need to develop knowledge, understanding of skills, techniques and processes Select examples of artworks or artefacts to investigate. HL follows on through the development from idea to practical work. What are the factors influencing the students’ ideas and art-making? Develop skills and justify techniques when making art and include critical investigations. Find and compare artists and artworks. Gallery visits encouraged to evaluate art practices and art-making experiences. Select artists to compare and contrast. HL explores connections between selected artists and own work. HL compare two different exhibitions.

Year 12, term 2 Explore the relationship between research and creativity using the visual arts journal. Expanding on the process of creating Exploring local and personal culture Continue to refer to the ‘art-making forms table’ Use of the visual arts journal

Translate/transform ideas and intentions into art. Art making should show evidence of skill and competence. HL experiment in more depth with technique and processes. Select and research artists from different times/cultures who work links in some way to own ideas. Make a presentation. HL link artists’ work to their own. Respond visually to local culture. Investigate artworks and links to culture. Demonstrate skill acquisition through sustained focus in a preferred media/technique. Critical and contextual investigations leading to practical experimentation with media.

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Considering purpose and intent when creating own work

What do you want to say and how will you say it? Evaluate results and reflect on what makes art effective/successful (link to TOK) HL reflect and evaluate to consider progress so far in relation to core syllabus and components.

Year 12, term 3 Gallery/exhibition visit Discuss what is successful visual arts communication Art-making and process Put up an exhibition

Respond to work seen. Analyze and compare at least three artworks/artifacts. Prepare a virtual exhibition including curatorial rationale and exhibition texts. Present. Select examples of successful exhibitions. Consider the role of the art critic and audience. Decide what can be learned. (link with TOK) Link between concept, intention and art-making. Continue to develop work for a small exhibition. HL review task in preparation for assessments tasks in Year 2. Prepare to present art, consider intentions, selection process, connections arranging artworks, ambience, audience, exhibition texts and curatorial rationale.

Year 13, term 1 Overview of assessment tasks, calendar and deadlines

Ensure that all work is up to date. Continue an in-depth approach to process and development of work. Ensure that all assessment criteria have been covered.

Year 13, term 2 Check comparative study submissions Complete the process portfolio Prepare work for the final exhibition

Students submit 10-15 screens that examine and compare at least three artworks, at least two of which should be by different artists from contrasting contexts. HL submit three more screens that analyze the extent to which their work and practices have been influenced by artists examined) Submission includes work from the correct art-making forms columns. SL submit 9-18 screens and HL submit 13-25 screens. Select screens to be submitted. SL create a curatorial rationale of 400 words, 4-7 artworks and an exhibition text. HL submit a reflection on how exhibition conveys an understanding of the relationship between artworks and viewer, submits 8-11 works and includes a 700 word exhibition text.

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Assessment Breakdown SL and HL Comparative Study 20% (externally assessed) Process Portfolio 40% (externally assessed) Exhibition 40% (internally assessed)

Homework tasks will include: responses to gallery visits both visual and in writing, visual and written process work in the visual arts journal (critique every 2 weeks), written and visual responses to videos of artists watched at home, reflections on working with visiting artists, bringing in research for discussion, keeping up with a Pinterest account for visual research.

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