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Ross Sheppard
High School
Pre-IB Diploma
&
International Baccalaureate
Programme
2021/2022
Course Description Booklet
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What is the
International Baccalaureate
Programme?
The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is a rigorous pre-university course of studies, meets the needs of highly motivated secondary school students. Designed as a comprehensive
curriculum that allows its graduates to fulfil requirements of various national education systems, the
model is based on the pattern of no single country but incorporates the best elements of The IB Diploma curriculum is about building well-roundedness with six academic areas studied exposing students to balance within the two great traditions of learning i.e. the humanities and the sciences,
well as asking students to develop themselves inside and outside of the classroom through the three areas.
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Students are required to take one subject from each of
the six subject areas as well as the three core subjects:
Extended Essay (EE)
Theory of Knowledge (TOK)
Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS)
Distribution requirements ensure that the
science-oriented student is challenged to learn a
foreign and that the natural linguist
becomes familiar with laboratory procedures. While
overall balance is maintained, flexibility in choosing
higher level concentrations allows the student to
pursue areas of interest and to meet special
requirements for university .
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International Baccalaureate Diploma Requirements
1. Three higher level (HL) and three standard level (SL) courses (maximum of 4
2. Theory of Knowledge ( T O K ) 3. A self - directed research paper (Extended Essay) no longer
than 4,000 4. Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS) is offered in Gr. 11 & 5. The classic IB Full Diploma includes English, History, an
International Language, Mathematics, a Science and a Fine Arts Course.
* Note: Students can also choose to take a second Science or a second International Language instead of a Fine Art
Higher Level Subjects:
• English
• History
• Biology
Standard Level Subjects:
French B, Mandarin B* or ab initio, Spanish ab
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Sample Timetable for IB Diploma
GR 10 English 10-1 pIB
International Language 10 pIB
Social Studies 10-1 pIB
Science 10 pIB
Mathematics 10C pIB and Mathematics 20-1 pIB
PhysEd 10
Option (for 5 credits)
• Pre-IB students can choose to take a fine arts
option or another option of their choice.
• CALM can be taken in summer school prior to
grade 10, by correspondence during grade 10, or
as a 5 credit option.
Note: pIB stands for pre-IB
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GR 11 English 20-1 IB
Int. Language 20 IB
Social Studies 20-1 IB
Biology 20 IB & Biology 35 IB (3)
with either: - Chemistry 20 IB &
Chemistry 35 IB (3)
OR - Physics 20 IB & Physics 35 IB
OR - A Fine Art 20 IB
Mathematics 30-1IB
Theory of Knowledge 25 IB (3)
• A third science in the regular program is also an
option taken in summer school.
• The Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity, and
Service (CAS) work are covered outside of regular
class time.
• Art or an additional Int’l Language can be taken.
• Students who take a Fine Art need only take one
science.
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GR 12 English 30-1 IB &
English Literature 35IB (3)
Int’l Language 30IB
Social Studies 30-1IB & Western World History 30IB (3)
Biology 30 IB with either: - Chemistry 30 IB OR
- Physics 30 IB OR - A Fine Art 30 IB
Mathematics 31 IB
Theory of Knowledge 35 IB (3)
Option (5)
Extended Essay 35 (3)
• Extended Essay 35 and Creativity, Activity, and Service
(CAS) work are taken outside of regular class time.
• Art or an additional Int’l Language can be taken
instead of a second science.
• Students who choose to pursue two IB Sciences can also
take a third science in the regular program in summer
school.
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Your path to International Baccalaureate
English Language Arts Progression
Social Progression
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Math Progression
Science Progression
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French Progression
Chinese Language Arts Progression
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Chinese Language and Culture
Beginner Chinese or Spanish (L & C)
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Options
Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS)
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T.O.K. and Phys Ed
*Check Metro Continuing Education for more
information regarding summer school and taking the
PhysEd and CALM as a combo (6 credits).
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The Path to International Baccalaureate
Pre-IB
All Grade 10 students must complete a full year Ross Sheppard pre-IB Diploma courses (or an IB Middle Years
to be granted entrance into the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in Grade 11 and Grade 12.
The pre-IB Diploma Programme covers regular Alberta curriculum and provides enrichment designed to develop the set required for the successful completion of the rigorous IB Diploma Programme. This year is not affiliated with Baccalaureate, nor is it a construct of that
IB
Grade 11 students who choose the full IB programme will be recognized with an IB Diploma when they complete their IB exams in Grade 12. Alternatively, students may elect to take a partial IB programme and be recognized with Certificates in the specific subjects that they complete.
Note that Alberta Education courses are studied andcredited in conjunction with the Ross Sheppard pre-IB Diploma Programme in Grade 10 and with the IB programme curriculum Grade 11 and .
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Grade 10
Grade 10 students in the Ross Sheppard Pre-IB year must take the following • English 10-1 • Social Studies 10-1 • Math 10 C pIB and Math 20-1 • Science 10 • A language at the Ross Sheppard Pre-IB Diploma
• French 10 pIB • Spanish 10 • Chinese 10
• Physical Education 10 pIB (5
One 5 credit option (e.g. pIB Art, Music or second IB
Grade 11 Grade 11 students working to complete a full Diploma must take the following • English 20-1 IB • TOK 25IB (3 • Social Studies 20-1 • Biology 20 IB and Biology 35 IB • Math 30 -1 IB • A language at the IB
• French 20 • Spanish 20 • Chinese 20
• An IB Fine Arts course: Art, or Music 20 IB students can also chose to study a second IB 20 IB and 35 IB (like Chemistry or Physics) OR a International Language - the classic design for an Diploma includes a Fine Arts • One 3 credit option or one 5 credit option (if time scheduling
• CAS (outside of regular class
** TOK will start in Grade 11 within 25 IB ** CAS and the EE will also commence in Grade
All grade 11 science students will also complete a
Group IV
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Grade 12
Grade 12 students working to complete a full IB must take the following
• Theory of Knowledge 35 • Social Studies 30-1 IB and Western World History 35 • English 30-1 and English Literature 35 • Biology 30 IB • Math 31 IB
A language at the IB • French 30 • Spanish 30 • Chinese 30
• An IB Fine Arts course: Art or Music 30 IB students can also chose to continue a second IB (like Chemistry or Physics) OR a International Language - the classic design for an Diploma includes a Fine Arts • CAS (outside of regular class • One 5 credit option or two 3 credit Extended Essay: Full Diploma students will start the production of 4000 word research essay in Grade 11 complete it in Grade 12. CAS: Creativity, Activity, and Service be recorded and seven learner outcomes will
All students will be required to complete IB
Assessments in each IB course at each grade
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Courses in English Language Arts
GRADE 10 English 10-1 pIB (Pre-IB
5 Credits in English
Recommended: 75% in L.A.
This course is for students who demonstrate a love of literature and
desire to explore works from around world. It is designed to develop
critical thinking and a more sophisticated appreciation of literature considering
essential literary concepts, conventions, and Students explore ideas
and strong writing, discussion, and individual as well group
presentation
GRADE 11 English 20-1 IB - Higher
5 Credits in English
Recommended: 75% in English 10-1
This course begins the two year IB programme
world literature. It designed for
committed students who enjoy literature and who challenge. The works
of literature studied in ELA 20-1 IB involve evaluation that will develop oral and
written skills. Students study texts from a variety of genres, places and periods
which provides extensive practice in the close reading and critical analysis
needed for IB assignments and examinations. In this year one of the program,
students complete drafts of two of the four IB assessments – the draft of their HL
Essay and the draft of their plan for the Individual Oral. They also start to
compile their Learner Portfolio that will be with them throughout the two year
program. Students expect their marks in this course to be comparable
to their potential grade in regular English 20-1.
Course Descriptions
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GRADE 12 English 30-1 IB - Higher
5 Credits in English
Recommended: 75% in English 20-1
English 30IB completes the two–year IB programme can ONLY be
taken by students who have English 20-1 IB. It continues the
study of English Literature, Literature in translation and may
include an study of a variety of literary forms. Students will
fulfill IB criteria by completing final IB oral examination and IB
exams in addition to preparing students for the Diploma
Examination Students will NOT be penalized for attempting rigorous
curriculum and can expect their grades to be least as high as their
potential grade in regular
English Literature 35 IB 3
This course accompanies and must be concurrently with
English 30-1 IB in grade 12. Students are required to write a formal essay
of 1,200-1,500 words, which develops a particular line of inquiry of their
own choice in connection with a literary text or work previously studied in
the two years of this IB program. The HL Essay offers students an
opportunity to develop as independent, critical and creative readers,
thinkers and writers by means of a process of planning, drafting and re-
drafting. The essay requires students to construct a focused, analytical
argument, examining the work from a broad, literary perspective. It also
requires them to adhere to the formal framework of the academic essay,
using citations and references. Students will also complete the recordings of
their Individual Oral with their IB teacher in English Lit 35. This oral
recording has the student prepare one works in translation text and one
written in the English language as they bot pertain to a global issue present
in both texts. The global issue is chosen by the student in consultation with
their IB English teacher.
* Students are required to enroll in both English IB and English Literature 35
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Courses in History
GRADE 10 Social Studies 10-1 pIB (Pre-IB
5 credits in Social Studies
Recommended: 75% in Social Studies This course is for intellectually curious university students who
want to develop the skill to analyze, forecast, study, record, advise, and
gain a understanding of the world, its people, and the
that they live in. It explores multiple perspectives on origins of
globalization and its impacts on Attention is placed on both oral
and written communication with a particular emphasis on
inquiry. Students will attempt to understand appreciate their own
culture, personal history and as well as develop the open-
mindedness to other perspectives, values, and the traditions of
individuals around the
GRADE 11 Social Studies 20-1
Higher Level History (Europe and the Inter-War Years
5 Credits in Social Studies
Recommended: 75% in Social Studies 10-1 In this course students will study major trends in in the period from the mid-18th century to the end of 20th century. In particular, students will examine the origins of nationalism and the influence of nationalism regional international and global. Areas offocus will include the French Revolution, the era, World War I, and World War II. Students will and practice the skill of writing both a position paper a historical investigation. TOK curriculum links will be
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GRADE 12 Social Studies 30-1
Higher Level History (Europe and the Inter-War Years
5 Credits in Social Studies
Recommended: 75% in Social Studies 20-1
In this course, students study the rise of authoritarian rule in the 1930s as well as the road to global war and the Cold War Period in preparation for the
exam. The course emphasizes an in-depth of history with an emphasis on analytical thinking and essay writing skills which prepare them for level work. Students will also study economic
political systems of the 20th century which, along with study of global interaction, will prepare them for Alberta Diploma Examination. The
Investigation, a major research project, will undertaken in the first semester of the senior
Western World History 35 IB - Higher 3
This course accompanies and must be taken with Social Studies
30 IB. It endeavors to augment the understanding of trends
affecting the world in the century. A particular emphasis is placed on
the origin development of the Cold War. Considerable attention given
to historical interpretation and the analysis
*Students are required to enroll in both Studies 30-1 IB and Western World History 35
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Courses in Mathematics
GRADE 10 Common Mathematics 10 pIB (Pre-IB
5 Credits in Math
Recommended: 75% in Math
This course is for intellectually curious university
explore new ideas. The focus of this
course is development o f a student’s algebra skills with a special
focus on their application to linear functions and relations. The course
will also study of measurement, trigonometry, polynomials,
functions, function notation and systems of equations provide
the skills required to complete Math 20-1
Mathematics 20-1 pIB (Pre-IB
5 credits in Precalculus Math 20 -
Recommended: 75% in Mathematics 10
This course continues the study of functions with introduction o f and
special focus on quadratic functions.
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GRADE 11 Mathematics 30-1 IB– Analysis and Approaches
5 credits in Precalculus Math
Recommended: 75% in Mathematics 20
mathematics, engineering, business, or science. The
course continues the study of trigonometry, takes the study of functions
and relations deeper by including exponential and logarithmic functions and
builds a student’s algebraic skills by introducing the algebra of functions. In
this course, students will also be introduced to permutations, combinations,
and binomial theorem. To address the expectations of the IB program, this
course will also introduce students to concepts in statistics covering both
the collection and analysis of data. Students will consider issues related to
bias in data collection and how one can work to minimize it. They will also
be introduced to concepts including binomial and normal distributions and
expected value.
GRADE 12 Mathematics 31 IB – Analysis and Approaches
5 credits in Math
Recommended: 75% in Mathematics 30-1
The Mathematics 31 IB course introduces the fundamental processes
of calculus; the l imit; derivative, the integral, and their application
to solving and graphing. Students will complete a
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Courses in Science
GRADE 10 Science 10 pIB (Pre-IB
5 credits in Science
Recommended: 75% in Science 9 and Math
This course is for curious students who want to explore new ideas,
experiments and develop their scientific aptitude Science 10 pIB is
intended to provide an introduction the study of biology, chemistry,
physics and global systems. Students in 10 pIB have the opportunity to
explore some of the science 10 curriculum in great depth which will help
prepare them for 20 and 30 level Science IB classes. The course also focuses
on the development laboratory skills and scientific
GRADE 11 Only two IB sciences can be chosen in Grade 11 for full Diploma
candidates.
• Diploma Students must take Biology 20 IB HL and may take either
a second 20 IB course (Chemistry, OR Physics), a art
(Visual or Music) 20 IB, or a International language 20
All science 20 IB courses MUST be by the 35 IB level
course in the same
All Grade 11 IB Science students must a Group IV
Biology 20 IB - Higher
5 Credits in Biology
Recommended: 75% in Science 10
Students in Biology 20 IB will study ecology, evolution, cellular respiration,
photosynthesis and human systems including muscles, digestion,
circulation, immunity and the respiratory and excretory systems. The final
project in Biology 20IB is the development of inquiry-based laboratory-- the
internal assessment requirement for the IB Programme. During the Biology
20 IB course, the Group IV project for IB Sciences will be completed.
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Biology 35 IB – Higher 3 This course accompanies and must be concurrently with Biology
20 IB. This course will cover the IB extensions for the nature of scientific
design, evolution, origin of life, cell evolution, classification,
phylogeny, plant science and evolution required as part of the IB
Programme. This course continues to build on laboratory skills in a
biological setting.
*IB Students who take IB Biology are required enroll in both
Biology 20 IB and Biology 35
Physics 20 IB - Standard Level 5 Credits in Physics
Recommended: 75% in Science 10 Physics 20 IB continues to build on the understanding energy and
motion initiated in Science 10 pIB. will develop experimental
and analytical skills exploring the social and historical aspects of
amazing and exhilarating world of Physics. include: Kinematics,
Dynamics, Forces and Simple Harmonic Motion, Uniform
Circular Motion Gravity and Waves. Laboratory investigations are
important part of this course and a lab portfolio will During
the Physics 20 IB course, the Group IV project for IB Sciences will be
completed.
Physics 35 IB – Standard Level 3 This course accompanies a n d must be taken concurrently with Physics 20
IB. Course includes the IB extensions beyond the regular
curriculum including thermal physics, gas laws, electric cells,
internal resistance, force, circuit diagrams and laws,
heating effect current, Ohm’s law, resistivity, power dissipation,
Mauls’ law, atomic physics, Feynman and will focus on energy
production addressing sources and thermal energy transfer. A
lab portfolio be generated. TOK curriculum l inks will also be
addressed. All students will complete a Group IV and a major IB
internal
IB Students studying IB Physics are required enroll in both
Physics 20 IB and Physics 35
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Chemistry 20 IB - Standard 5 Credits in Chemistry
Recommended: 75% in Science 10
Chemistry 20 IB students will study chemical stoichiometry,
solutions focusing on equilibrium, acidic and basic systems, and
gas laws The regular Chemistry 20 curriculum is covered with
enhancements, adding a of laboratory activities
Chemistry 35 IB – Standard 3 This course accompanies a n d must be taken concurrently with
Chemistry 20 IB. Course includes the IB topics covering atomic
theory and periodicity, chemistry, an d the IB option in
biochemistry. This course continues to build on skills in a chemical
laboratory setting. TOK curriculum links will be addressed. All
students w i l l complete a Group I V project and a major IB internal
IB Students who take IB Chemistry are required enroll in both
Chemistry 20 IB and Chemistry 35
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Chemistry 30 IB- Standard 5 Credits in Chemistry
Recommended: 75% in Chemistry 20
This final course in Chemistry examines Chemistry,
Thermochemistry, Oxidation and Equilibrium, and Acid and
Base Chemistry as well exploring more complex chemical reactions.
knowledge w i l l be used to create a variety of technologies
such as synthetic organic molecules batteries. Students will be
required to create their laboratory designs at this level, which are
part of the internal assessment
Physics 30 IB - Standard Level 5 Credits in Physics
Recommended: 75% in Physics In Physics 30 IB, students will become aware of the and rapid
interplay that exists between the ideas, mathematical
c a lc u lation s and experimental results. Explore the worlds of
Momentum, Magnetism, Light, and Atomic Physics as you
learn theoretical ideas create the technologies you use day.
This course provides a firm foundation for wishing to pursue further
studies in areas such architecture, e n g i n e e r i n g , d e n ti s t r y , or any
other endeavor that relies on modern technology.
investigations are an important part of this course and lab
portfolios will be
IB Students studying IB Physics should standard level unless
they require Higher Level complete the IB
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Courses in International Languages
GRADE 10
French 10-9Y pIB (Pre-IB 5 Credits in French 10 –
Recommended: at least 75% in French
This course is recommended for students sufficient background (at
least 3 years in junior FSL courses).
French 10-9Y pIB focuses on the development and of basic grammar
for everyday speech, basic skills, and correctness of simple sentence
as used in description, summarization, or sharing of
information. Continue your journey in so that you can fully
understand and express yourself this romantic language. In this course
you will continue to develop your language, vocabulary skills, and cultural
knowledge as you study the themes of activities, shopping, vacations and
fine arts.
Spanish 10-3Y pIB (Pre-IB 5 Credits in Spanish 10 –
Recommended: for Language ab initio is a language acquisition course designed for students with no prior experience of the target language, or for those students with very limited previous exposure. In the language ab initio course, students develop the ability to communicate in the target language through the study of language, themes, and texts. In doing so, they also develop conceptual understandings of how language works. Communication is evidenced through receptive, productive, and interactive skills across a range of contexts and purposes that are appropriate to the level of the course.
If you are in a Spanish 6y program (starting in grade 7) you would then not enroll in Spanish 10 IB. Instead, take Spanish 20 IB in your grade 11 year and Spanish 30 IB in grade 12.
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More Information Regarding Spanish and Language ab initio
Prescribed themes: • identities • experiences • human ingenuity • social organization • sharing the planet. These themes allow students to compare the target language and culture(s) to other languages and cultures with which they are familiar. The themes also provide opportunities for students to make connections to other disciplinary areas in the DP.
Prescribed topics: A structured learning environment is crucial for the success of beginning
language learners; the language ab initio syllabus prescribes four topics for
each of the five prescribed themes. The following prescribed topics will be
covered throughout the course series in combination with the Alberta
Spanish Language and Culture Curriculum 3Y program. These topics will be
explored in that relate to the themes in the b Initio language program:
Identities Experiences Human Ingenuity Social Organiza-
tion
Sharing the
Planet
- Personal attrib-
utes
- Personal rela-
tionships
- Eating and
drinking
- Physical well-
being
- Daily rou-
tine
- Leisure
- Holidays
- Festivals
and celebra-
tions
- Transport
- Entertainment
- Media
technology
- Neighbourhood
- Education
- The workplace
- Social Issues
- Climate
- Physical
geography
- The environ-
ment
- Global issues
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Chinese Language Arts 10 pIB (Pre-IB 5 credits in Chinese Language (Chinese Bilingual
Recommended: at least 75% in grade This course is designed for those students have completed
Chinese Language and Arts (Chinese Bilingual) at grade 9 level or
students with equivalent language abilities. Students will improve their
language abilities through language analysis and literature appreciation
while continuing to enhance their speaking, listening, reading, and writing
skills through researching, problem solving, critical thinking, public
speaking, and using technologies.
Chinese Language and Culture 10-3Y pIB 5 Credits in Chinese Language and Culture
Recommended: for Learning a second language has become an and interesting
part of being a global citizen. introductory level course will offer you
a good look China’s unique ancient history and its
development of modern society. In th is 5 credi t fu l l year course,
you will meet new experience a new culture, and, at the same
time, sufficient vocabulary and skills for short conversations in
Chinese. In the IB section of this course you will fast-track to
a higher of proficiency in all language
GRADE 11
French 20-9Y IB – French B - 5 Credits in French 20 –
Recommended: 65% in French 10-9Y
Emphasis is placed on all four language and reading
comprehension, and oral and production. In this course you will
study the themes senses and feelings, close friends, fads and
consumerism, and outdoor life. You will also deepen understanding
of Francophone cultures. Practice oral and written internal assessments
will be generated for IB. TOK curriculum links will also be addressed.
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Spanish 20 -3Y IB – ab initio - 5 Credits in Spanish
Recommended: 75% in Spanish 10-3Y p
• Please refer to page 30 for course information
Chinese Language Arts 20 IB Mandarin B 5 credits in Chinese Language Arts (Chinese Bilingual
Recommended: 85% in Chinese Language Arts 10
This is a full year 5-credit course designed students who have
successfully completed Language A r t s 1 0 p IB . It aims t o
bui ld o n students ’ successes and help them to further enhance their
speaking, writing, and viewing skills as well as their to
understand and appreciate the Chinese language use it confidently
and competently. This course on studies and analysis of texts
that cover topics such career options, consumerism, media, public
and travel. Independent and group work is involved for
students to develop skills in areas like critical thinking, information
researching, problem solving, public speaking, and using technologies.
Practice oral and written internal assessments will generated for IB.
TOK curriculum links will also
Chinese Language and Culture 20-3Y
Mandarin ab initio
5 Credits in Chinese Language and Culture
Recommended: 85% in Chinese Language and 10-3Y This is a full year 5-credit course. It is a of Chinese
Language and Culture 10 and is designed students who wish to
build on what they have learned the beginning level. The class is
mainly focused
Speaking, reading,
writing, and skills are all integrated and emphasized.
vocabulary wi l l expand up to 500 words with more sentence
patterns and structures. TOK curriculum links will also be
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Chinese Language and Culture 20-3Y
Mandarin ab initio
5 Credits in Chinese Language and Culture
Recommended: 85% in Chinese Language and 10-3Y This is a full year 5-credit course. It is a of Chinese
Language and Culture 10 and is designed students who wish to
build on what they have learned the beginning level. The class is
mainly focused
Speaking, reading,
writing, and skills are all integrated and emphasized.
vocabulary wi l l expand up to 500 words with more sentence
patterns and structures. TOK curriculum links will also be
GRADE 12
* All 30 IB language students must complete an Examination for
internal assessment
French 30-9Y IB – French B - 5 Credits in French 30 –
Recommended: 65% in French 20-9Y
In this senior level course, you will further develop your listening,
speaking, reading, and writing skills with a focus on communication. You
will review and expand your vocabulary and grammatical knowledge and
use to produce oral and written projects. You will also develop
your understanding of Francophone Familiar topics such as
sports and health, housing, and fashion, the media, the world of
work, travel, and tourism will be addressed in preparation for the IB
language exams. Students will complete oral and internal
assessments as well as write the May IB
Spanish 30 -3Y IB – ab initio - SL
5 Credits in Spanish 30-3Y Recommended: 65% in Spanish 20-3Y IB
* refer to page 30 for course information
Chinese Language Arts 30 IB Mandarin B SL/HL
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Chinese Language Arts 30 IB Mandarin B 5 credits in Chinese Language Arts (Chinese Bilingual
Recommended: 85% in Chinese Language Arts 20 This is a full year 5-credit course. Since this is final year of
the Chinese (Bilingual Program) Arts course, one of the
goals is to prepare students their IB Exam. At the same time,
this continues to build on students’ success and help
perfect their listening, speaking, writing, and skills and
abilities to understand and appreciate Chinese language and use
it confidently competently. This course focuses on materials that
reflect on Chinese literature and language such as ancient Chinese
poems, classic and modern essays, and novels as well as more
complicated sentence structures and vocabulary Independent and
work is involved for students to develop skills in like
critical thinking, information researching, solving, public
speaking, and using Students will complete an internal
oral assessment as well as write the IB exams.
Chinese Language and Culture 30-3Y Mandarin ab initio
5 Credits in Chinese Language and Culture
Recommended: 85% in Chinese Language and
20-3Y
This course is designed for those students who completed
Chinese Language and Culture 20 (Introductory IB) and wish to
attain their IB certificate Diploma. Students in this course will take
the Ab Initio exam at the end of their third year. The focus will
start shift onto reading comprehension and writing
during the second year while students continue to on what
they have learned in the beginning level improve on their
speaking and listening. Students will complete an internal oral
assessment and write the IB
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Courses in Fine Arts
Visual Arts Grade 10
Art 10 pIB (Pre-IB 5 Credits in Art
Recommended: an interest or aptitude in This preparatory course is meant to develop the skills and
discipline necessary for Art 20 IB and 30 This course covers and
enhances the Art 10
Grade 11
Art 20 IB –Visual Arts 5 Credits – Art
Recommended: 80% in Art 10 Students will follow teacher-directed designed to
develop creativity, improve visual and continue to improve
their artistic production The aims of the visual arts course at SL
are to students
Investigate past, present, and emerging forms visual arts and
engage in producing, appreciating, and evaluating
Develop an understanding of visual arts from local, national, and international
Build confidence in responding visually creatively to
personal and cultural
Develop skills in, and sensitivity to, the of works that
reflect active and
Take responsibility for the direction of learning through the
acquisition of working
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Students will be expected
Respond to and analyze critically and contextually the function, the
meaning, and the artistic qualities of past, present, and emerging
art, using the specialist vocabulary of visual arts
Develop and present independent ideas and practice, and explain
the connections these and the work of
Explore and develop ideas and techniques f o r studio work
through integrated contextual and first-hand
Develop and maintain a close between
investigation and a purposeful, process in studio
Produce personally relevant works of art reveal evidence
of exploration of ideas reflect cultural and historical
Develop and demonstrate technical and artistic
qualities that challenge and personal boundaries (option
A) and competence and self-direction (option
Grade 12 Art 30 IB –Visual Arts
5 Credits in Art
Recommended: 80% in Art 20 Students are self-directed with the teacher functioning as advisor for the
investigation workbooks and studio work. Studio and investigation are
integrated, meaning that workbook is the starting point in terms of
research planning for all studio
Learning Outcomes:
Develop the skills and techniques
investigation—both visual and
Relate art to its cultural and historical
Explore art
Explore art
Develop and use the processes of art and
Develop confidence and expertise in the use various
Extend their knowledge of
Share their work with an audience displays and exhibitions or
Extend individual investigation to inform
Make connections between ideas and both their own and others
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Instrumental Music
Grade 10
Instrumental Music 10 pIB (Pre-IB Diploma) 5 Credits in Instrumental Music Recommended an interest or aptitude in Music This preparatory course is meant to develop musical skills and the discipline necessary for Instrumental Music 20IB and 30 IB. This course covers and enhances the Instrumental Music Curriculum using the Alberta Program of Studies ONLY.
Grade 11 Instrumental Music 20 IB SL 5 credits in Instrumental Music Recommended: 75% in Instrumental Music 10 pIB Students will follow teacher-directed assignments designed to develop an understanding of the seven elements of music in order to analyze music scores visually and recordings aurally. The students will learn:
• Music History—from the Middle Ages to the 20th century, including renaissance, baroque, and classical, and romance music
• Introduction to the elements of music
• How to analyze figured bass (baroque) and all cadences
• Music vocabulary
• Development of musical instruments and orchestras in each time period
• The differences between Western Music and World Music
• Speaking and writing intelligently about music
Grade 12
Instrumental Music 30IB 5 Credit in Instrumental Music Recommended: 75% in Instrumental Music 20 IB Students are self-directed with the teacher functioning as an advisor for musical investigation workbook and recording of selections that shows growth from the first recording until the second recording. The teacher will help prepare the students for the final listening exam.
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Learning Outcomes:
• Develop the skills and techniques of investigation both aural and written
• Explore musical concepts and genres
• Explore musical elements
• Develop and use the processes of musical criticism and analysis
• Develop the confidence and expertise with the use of various media (practice for MI)
• Find links between Western and World music with musical investigation
• Discuss musical elements using intellectual language and music terminology
• Extend individual investigation to inform practical work
• Make connections between ideas and practice—both their own and others (practice for MI)
• Practice musical pieces to perfect performance (GP/SL)
Other Alberta Diploma Requirements
Grade 10
Physical Education 10 and Career and Life Management (CALM 20) 5 + 3 credits = 8 credits Prerequisite : NONE Both PhysEd 10 & CALM are required courses an Alberta High
School Diploma. These courses be taken in summer school before
grade 10 to more space for options but we recommend that
leave this course in your grade 10 schedule to healthier and to
reduce stress.
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Other Full IB Diploma Requirements
Grade 11
Theory of Knowledge 25 3 Credits
Mandatory for IB Diploma students ( but the course be taken by
partial IB students with a recommendation). This is the
prerequisite course for TOK 35 IB.
This is a course which is necessary if one is pursuing full Diploma in
the International Baccalaureate is a course which
examines the origins and validity various forms of knowledge and the
various ways knowing. Theory of Knowledge is a course for
with a keen, inquiring
Grade 11 and 12 Creativity, Activity, an d Service
Students will also have to choose that help them meet seven learner outcomes, create reflective journal, and have CAS interviews
document their achievement of the seven
Although the emphasis will be on quality rather quantity, approximately one-third of these experiences will done pursuing Creative endeavors, one-third in (physical activity) pursuits, and the final one-third Community Service activities. The intent of requirement i s to help the students challenge themselves in new ways beyond the
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Grade 12
Theory of Knowledge 35 3 Credits
Prerequisite: must have completed TOK
In Grade 12, TOK 35 IB is a mandatory course for IB Diploma
candidates but may be chosen as elective by IB Certificate
candidates. Theory Knowledge is at the core of the IB Diploma
Programme. It is meant to allow students to practice the skills
attitudes they have been developing throughout program, showing
that they have become reflective, open-minded,
knowledgeable, and thinkers.
The course is designed to teach students make connections and
deepen their understanding the ways humans gain knowledge,
while assessing the subject specific knowledge they
obtained, and developing self-awareness as knowers. consists of three
major units: The Nature of The Ways of Knowing, and the
Areas of Theory of Knowledge encourages lateral thinking
and the "art of wondering" about the human place in
interdependent universe. Students are challenged develop their
critical thinking skills and express them both verbal and written
form. Students will complete oral presentation and an essay on a
prescribed
Extended Essay (EE) 3 credits
Full IB Diploma candidates will be required to an
independent analysis driven research paper of up 4000 words on a
focused topic of their choice.
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What does the International Baccalaureate Programme offer?
It is a direct path to university and is the best possible preparation that one can receive to develop the necessary to achieve success there. IB is an enriched academic program gives students more opportunities to develop critical thinking skills than any other honors program. IB students say that they value the dynamic classroom environment, individual instruction, curriculum, dedicated teachers, and opportunity to develop
Approaches to Teaching and Learning As a part of the IB Programme, students will be instructed using the ATL Framework (Approaches to Teaching and Learning) as set out by International Baccalaureate.
ATL are deliberate strategies, skills and attitudes that permeate the IB teaching and learning environment. ATL supports the IB belief that a large influence on a student’s education is not only what you learn but also how you learn.
IB Approaches to Learning skills: 1. Thinking skills 2. Communications skills 3. Social skills 4. Self-management skills 5. Research skills
IB Approaches to Teaching skills: 1. based on inquiry 2. focused on conceptual understanding 3. developed in local and global contexts 4. focused on effective teamwork and collaboration 5. differentiated to meet the needs of all learners 6. informed by formative and summative assessment
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What makes Ross Sheppard IB special?
Ross Sheppard has been graduating IB students since 1986.
At Ross Sheppard we believe that most IB students are capable of pursuing a full IB Diploma and encourage them to do so. We help prepare all future IB students by encouraging 10 students to follow the Ross Sheppard pre-IB Diploma Programme which actively enhances the skill set required be successful when students join IB in Grade 11. Although IB Diploma students are most highly pursued universities, IB Certificate students can still gain advanced placement and transfer credit at most universities individual disciplines. Our students can make an informed choice about what is the correct path for to follow and can choose a full IB Diploma or partial IB Certificate
We actively monitor student progress to ensure that students experience success and get help when they need it.
We annually organize IB field trips that help students gain a greater appreciation for the languages, culture, arts, architecture, history, and perspectives of the international communities that we visit.
Evaluation Students are awarded Alberta Education marks for their achievement in IB courses during the programme.
In Grade 12, students write their IB examinations and their Alberta Diploma examinations. Most universities will accept the higher of these two grades to meet admission requirements. Many universities will offer at least conditional admission on the basis of teacher generated IB predicted grades.
IB grades are based on teacher and student-generated internal assessment as well as externally assessed IB examinations. This gives a better reflection of a student’s abilities than an examination only approach to assessment.
Students in IB Math write the Mathematics 30-1 (IB Math SL) Alberta Diploma exam in Grade 11.
Each IB course is marked on a 7 point scale (all full Diploma students take 6 of these classes to earn up to 42 points). There are also 3 bonus points available for the Extended Essay and the Theory of Knowledge course which produce a mark out of 45 points. To earn an IB Diploma, students must score at least 24 points out of a possible 45.
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