korea foreign school pyp programme of inquiry
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Korea Foreign School PYP Programme of Inquiry
Transdisciplinary Theme
Who We AreAn inquiry into the nature of the self; beliefs and values; personal, physical, mental, social and spiritual health; human relationships including families, friends,
communities, and cultures; rights and responsibilities; and what it means to be human.
An inquiry into beliefs and values; human relationships
including families, friends, communities, and cultures.
An inquiry into the nature of the self; beliefs and values;
personal, physical, mental, social and spiritual health.
An inquiry into what it means to be human.
An inquiry into beliefs and values; human relationships
including families , friends, communities, and cultures; rights
and responsibilities.
An inquiry into beliefs and values; rights and
responsibilities.
Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5
Sequence
4 5 weeks
Semester 2, week 21-25
24 weeks
Semester 1, week 10-13
36 weeks
Semeter 1, week 16-20Semester 2, week 21
46 weeks
Semester 2, week 21-26
56 weeks
Semester 2, week 27-32
Central IdeaAnnual celebrations recognize important events throughout
the year.
Self-awareness develops confidence and allows for
meaningful personal growth.
Human evolution has allowed the species advantages for
survival.
Family histories and life experience provide an insight
into a person's worldview.
An individual's actions reflects their beliefs, values,
and sense of responsibility for themselves and others.
Key Concepts
Perspective Perspective Change Reflection Form
Causation Reflection Causation Change Connection
Function Change Reflection Perspective Responsibility
Approaches to Learning
Thinking skills Thinking skills Self-management skills Thinking skills Thinking skills
Research skills Self-management skills Communication skills Social skills Social skills
Research skills Communication skills
Learner Profile
Knowledgeable Balanced Thinkers Reflective Reflective
Open-minded Risk-takers Inquirers Open-minded Principled
Reflective Caring Communicators
Lines of Inquiry
celebrations around the world Recognizing personal qualities, strengths, and limitations in relation to others
The life cycles of living things How family background provides a basis for identity
Similarities and differences betweenbelief systems (secular and faith-based)
how the earth's orbit allows for annual celebrations
how learners confidently use their strengths and limitations to grow.
How variation in traits affect survival
How interaction with other cultures impact individual beliefs, values, and actions
How beliefs and values drive behavior
how people celebrate in communities
how to be a lifelong learner How humans have evolved How important events throughout history impact world view
The cause and effect of discrimination on society
Transdisciplinary Connections
Social Studies ScienceMath
LiteracyPSPEArt
Science Korean
PSPESocial Studies
LiteracyKorean
Social Studies Literacy
PSPEArt
Korea Foreign School PYP Programme of Inquiry
Transdisciplinary Theme
Where We are in Place and TimeAn inquiry into orientation in place and time; personal histories; homes and journeys; the discoveries, explorations and migrations of humankind; and the
relationships between and the interconnectedness of individuals and civilizations, from local and global perspectives.An inquiry into personal
histories ; homes and journeys. An inquiry into orientation in
place and time; the relationships between and the
interconnectedness of individuals and civilizations,
from local and global perspectives.
An inquiry into orientation in place and time ; the
relationships between and the interconnectedness of
individuals and civilizations, from local and global
perspectives.
An inquiry into orientation in place and time
An inquiry into explorations and migrations of humankind.
Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5
Sequence2
6 weeksSemester 1, week 9-14
57 weeks
Semester 2, week 26-32
26 weeks
Semester 1, week 10-15
56 weeks
Semester 2, week 27 - 32
26 weeks
Semester 1, week 15-20
Central IdeaThe passing of time brings
about changes within families.
The Earth’s physical geography impacts human settlements
and interactions.
The location of past cilvilizations shape our
cultural histories.
Over time humans have adapted to the continual
changing nature of the Earth.
Exploration leads to discovery and develops new
understandings
Key ConceptsResponsibility Form Function Connection Causation
Reflection Causation Causation Change Perspective
Change Connection Perspective Causation Change
Approaches to Learning
Research skills Communication skills Research skills Thinking skills Communication skills
Communication skills Self-management skills Communication skills Communication skills Research skills
Thinking skills Research skills Thinking skills Research skills Social skills
Learner ProfileRisk-takers Principled Open-minded Knowledgeable Communicators
Inquirers Knowledgeable Thinkers Communicators Knowledgeable
Caring Inquirers Reflective Balanced
Lines of Inquiry
family roles Variability of physical geography around the world
The function of tools used to understand characteristics of our location
The different, interrelated components of the Earth
Reasons for exploration
how people learn about the past The relationship between geographic features and human settlement
The impact of region on culture How the Earth has changed and is continuing to change
Feelings and attitudes associated with exploration
how families change over time Why settlements rely on each other for development
Why world views are different Human responses to the Earth’s changes
The connection between exploration and scientific and technological advancement
Transdisciplinary Connections
Social StudiesScience LiteracyKorean
Social Studies Science Literacy
Art
Social Studies Science Math
Korean
Social StudiesScienceMath
Literacy
Social StudiesScience Korean
Korea Foreign School PYP Programme of Inquiry
Transdisciplinary Theme
How We Express OurselvesAn inquiry into the ways in which we discover and express ideas, feelings, nature, culture, beliefs and values; the ways in which we reflect on, extend and enjoy our
creativity; our appreciation of the aestheticAn inquiry into the ways in which we reflect on, extend and enjoy
our creativity; our appreciation of the aesthetic
An inquiry into the ways in which we discover and express ideas, feelings, nature, culture, beliefs
and values
An inquiry into the ways in which we discover and express ideas, feelings, nature, culture, beliefs and values ; the ways in which
we reflect on, extend and enjoy our creativity.
An inquiry into the ways in which we discover and express ideas
An inquiry into the ways in which we discover and express ideas,
feelings, nature, culture, beliefs and values.
Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5
Sequence6
7 weeks Semester 2, week 32-38
35 Weeks
Semester 1, week 14-18
65 weeks
Semester 2, week 34-38
16 weeks
Semester 1, week 3-8
46 weeks
Semester 2, week 21-26
Central IdeaLight and sound can be used
to express and create dramatic effects
Diversity poses challenges which can lead to opportunities to connect with others.
Artistic expression allows people to instil the values of
their culture in future generations.
The ways that people communicate influence their
impact on others.
Elements of culture can connect people within a culturally diverse world.
Key ConceptsForm Perspective Form Perspective Causation
Function Reflection Connection Form Perspective
Connection Responsibility Perspective Causation Change
Approaches to Learning
Communication skills Social skills Communication skills Communication skills Thinking skills
Self-management skills Communication skills Thinking skills Social skills Research skills
Social skills
Learner ProfileCommunicators Open-minded Communicators Communicators Caring
Risk-takers Caring Reflective Risk-takers Open-minded
Thinkers Inquirers Balanced Knowledgeable Risk-takers
Lines of Inquiry
The properties of light and sound Diversity within the school and local community
Common literary elements of folktales
How tone, gestures, and body language impact the interpretation of a message
The ways in which technology has contributed to diversity
how light and sound can be manipulated
Actions can unite or divide a community
Oral storytelling as a way to instil values
The mechanics of communication The advantages and disadvantages of cultural diversity.
the application of light and sound to enhance storytelling
Respectful ways of sharing different ideas, talents, and perspectives which can allow for inclusion
How our world view influences storytelling
The cause and effect of technological advancement on communication systems
How understanding similarities and differences among cultures can change our interactions with others.
Transdisciplinary Connections
ScienceLiteracy
ArtMusic/Drama
Social Studies PSPE
Social Studies Literacy
PSPEVisual Arts
Dramatic Arts
Social StudiesScienceMath
LiteracyPSPE
DramaArt
Art (Perspectives)Social Studies
MusicLiteracy
PSPE
Korea Foreign School PYP Programme of Inquiry
Transdisciplinary Theme
How the World Works An inquiry into the natural world and its laws; the interaction between the natural world (physical and biological) and human societies; how humans use their
understanding of scientific principles; and the impact of scientific and technological advances on society and on the environmentAn inquiry into the interaction
between the natural world (physical and biological) and
human societies
An inquiry into how humans use their understanding of scientific
principles; and the impact of scientific and technological
advances on society and on the environment.
An inquiry into the natural world and its laws ; how humans use
their understanding of scientific principles; and the
impact of scientific and technological advances on
society and on the environment
An inquiry into the natural world and its laws ; how humans use
their understanding of scientific principles ; and the
impact of scientific and technological advances on
society.
An inquiry into the natural world and its laws ; how humans use
their understanding of scientific principles; and the
impact of scientific and technological advances on
society and on the environment
Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5
Sequence
36 weeks
Semester 3, week 15-20
48 weeks
Semester 1, week 19-20Semester 2, week 21-25
56 weeks
Semester 2, week 28-33
27 weeks
Semester 1, week 9 - 153
6 weeksSemester 1, week 9-14
Central IdeaHumans can be inspired by
the natural environment when inventing new things
The design of sustainable structures depends on its
purpose, available materials, and natural events.
Technological advancement is driven by human curiosity
and limited by scientific principles.
Energy can be transferred and transformed allowing us to
lessen our work
The ways in which materials can change can cause
challanges and benefits for the Earth.
Key ConceptsFunction Form Function Causation Form
Perspective Function Connection Change Function
Reflection Change Responsibility Form Responsibility
Approaches to Learning
Social skills Thinking skills Research skills Research skills Self-management skills
Thinking skills Self-management skills Thinking skills Thinking skills Research skills
Self-management skills Research skills Communication skills
Learner Profile Open-minded Inquirers Inquirers Inquirers Communicators
Reflective Risk-takers Knowledgeable Thinkers Knowledgeable
Principled Thinkers Reflective Balanced Caring
Lines of Inquiry
getting ideas from plants and animals
Materials, properties, and their purposes.
Forces and their laws The effects of speed and direction on collisions
the behavior of matter
how inventions impact the lives of people
How structures are formed. The ways human curiosity drives technological advancement
How energy is transformed and transferred
Practical applications and implications of change in materials
how people improve their inventions
How available resources and natural events influence structures
The cost of technological advancement
Renewable energy sources Considering the benefits and consequences of the materials we choose to use in order to make ehtical choices
Transdisciplinary Connections
Social Studies Science
PSPE
ScienceMath
LiteracyKorean
Social StudiesArt
Social StudiesScience
Math
ScienceMath
LiteracyPSPE
Social StudiesScienceLiteracy
Korea Foreign School PYP Programme of Inquiry
Transdisciplinary Theme
How We Organize OurselvesAn inquiry into the interconnectedness of human-made systems and communities; the structure and function of organizations; societal decision-making;
economic activities and their impact on humankind and the environment.An inquiry into the
interconnectedness of human-made systems and
communities; societal decision-making.
An inquiry into the the structure and function of organizations;
societal decision-making
An inquiry into the interconnectedness of human-
made systems and communities; economic
activities and their impact on humankind and the
environment.
An inquiry into the interconnectedness of human-
made systems and communities; the structure and
function of organizations.
An inquiry into the interconnectedness of human-
made systems and communities; societal decision-
making.
Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5
Sequence 1
6 weeksSemester 1, week 3-8
17 weeks
Semester 1, week 3-9
17 weeks
Semester 1, week 3-9
35 weeks
Semester 1, week 16 - 20
16 weeks
Semester 1, week 3-8
Central Idea A citizens choices affects their community and its members.
Community well-being is influenced by the organization and collaboration of its citizens
Societies depend on the trade and production of resources
to meet their wants and needs.
Governments provide interconnected services
designed to meet its citizens' needs.
Systems and structures help organize society and solve
problems.
Key ConceptsConnection Function Form Function Form
Causation Connection Function Responsibility Connection
Responsibility Change Reflection Connection Perspective
Approaches to Learning
Self-management skills Communication skills Self-management skills Self-management skills Social skills
Social skills Social skills Social skills Research skills Thinking skills
Learner ProfilePrincipled Balanced Balanced Principled Thinkers
Caring Communicators Risk-takers Inquirers Balanced
Knowledgeable Reflective Open-minded
Lines of Inquiry
the organization of communities The purpose of community rules and laws
Renewable and non-renewable resouces
The function of different branches of a democratic government
Characteristics of effective organizational systems
how choices can help or hurt the community
Connection between community wellbeing and community service
The global economic systems of trade and production
Our responsibility as active citizens to stay informed
how structures of government affects its citizens.
a citizen's role in their community The interdependence of many people performing a variety of jobs to provide basic community needs and wants
The effectiveness of economic systems in meeting wants and needs
How our government meets the wants and needs of its citizens
ways systems can help to resolve conflict.
Transdisciplinary Connections
Social Studies Math PSPE
Social Studies Math
LiteracyPSPE
Social StudiesMathPSPE
Social StudiesMath
Literacy
Social StudiesPSPEMath
Korea Foreign School PYP Programme of Inquiry
Transdisciplinary Theme
Sharing the PlanetAn inquiry into rights and responsibilities in the struggle to share finite resources with other people and with other living things; communities and the
relationships within and between them; access to equal opportunities; peace and conflict resolution.An inquiry into rights and
responsibilities in the struggle to share finite resources with other people and with other
living things.
An inquiry into rights and responsibilities in the struggle to share finite resources with other people and with other
living things
An inquiry into rights and responsibilities in the struggle to share finite resources with other people and with other
living things
An inquiry into access to equal opportunities; peace and
conflict resolution .
An inquiry into rights and responsibilities in the struggle to share finite resources with other people and with other
living things
Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5
Sequence 5
6 weeksSemester 2, week 26-31
66 weeks
Semester 2, week 33-38
46 weeks
Semester 2, week 22-27
66 weeks
Semester 2, week 33 - 38
66 weeks
Semester 2, week 33-38
Central IdeaHow we use and dispose of
resources impacts living things
As a society develops, humans make choices that impact
other living things.
In order to thrive, living things must respond to
changes in their environment.
Lack of access to essential resources can cause conflict
among people.
Biodiversity relies on maintaining the
interdependent balance of organisms within systems.
Key ConceptsForm Form Connection Function Form
Connection Causation Change Perspective Connection
Responsibility Responsibility Responsibility Responsibility Reflection
Approaches to Learning
Communication skills Research skills Self-management skills Communication skills Social skills
Research skills Thinking skills Social skills Social skills Thinking skills
Communication skills Self-management skills Self-management skills
Learner Profile Balanced Caring Principled Caring Inquirers
Communicators Risk-takers Caring Balanced Thinkers
Knowledgeable Open-minded Reflective
Lines of Inquiry
manmade versus natural materials (trash)
The nature of different habitats. The relationship between living and non-living things in the environment
The ways water affects living things Elements of an ecosystem
How we use resources in our daily lives
Cause and effect of human activity on natural habitats.
How living things' response to environmental changes affects its survival
Conflicts over limited resources Connections between ecosystems and biomes.
The effects of resource use on the environment
Our responsibilities when interacting with natural habitats.
The balance between human action and protecting the environment
Responsibility to promote peace and through the sharing of resources
How human interaction with the environment can affect the balance of systems
Transdisciplinary Connections
Social Studies Math PSPE
Science Literacy
ScienceLiteracy
PSPE
Social StudiesScience Literacy
ScienceSocial Studies
Math