the accelerated learning program (alp) & the international baccalaureate (ib) diploma program...
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The Accelerated Learning Program (ALP)
&
The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program
OPEN HOUSE
Wednesday, October 16, 2013
7 PM
South Cafeteria
Tonight’s Tonight’s OverviewOverview
What is the International Baccalaureate (IB)?
The IB Model at WOSS
What is the Accelerated Learning Program (ALP)?
Program Benefits
The White Oaks Advantage
Course offerings
Sample timetables
The ALP application procedure
Current ALP and IB student perspectives
White Oaks’ Mission StatementWhite Oaks’ Mission Statement
We are a community of diverse learners committed to
inspiring independent, compassionate, global citizens.
Our collaborative cultures will provide opportunities that
encourage critical thinking and nurture lifelong learning.
The IB Mission StatementThe IB Mission Statement
The International Baccalaureate (IB) aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.
To this end the IB works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment. These programmes encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.
The IB Learner ProfileThe IB Learner ProfileThe IB mission statement translated into a set of learning outcomes for the 21st century.
IB learners strive to be:
Inquirers
Knowledgeable
Thinkers
Communicators
Principled
Open-minded
Caring
Risk-takers
Balanced
Reflective
Last 2 years of high school Internationally recognized high school
diploma 139 countries, 2179 schools 748 in NA, 137 in Canada, 49 in ON External exams are evaluated by strict
IB standards.
What is the International What is the International Baccalaureate (IB)Baccalaureate (IB)Diploma Program?Diploma Program?
The White Oaks IB Program The White Oaks IB Program ModelModelStudies in Language and Literature
English Literature
English Language and Literature
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Language Aquisition
French B SL /HL
Spanish ab initio
Sciences
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Individuals & Societies
Economics
Geography
History
Business and Management
Studies
Mathematics
Math Studies
Math SL
Math HL
The Arts
Film
Music
Theatre Arts
Visual Art
Extended Essay (EE)
Theory of Knowledge (TOK)
Creativity, Action, Service
(CAS)
The Extended Essay (EE)
has a prescribed limit of 4,000 words
investigates a topic of individual interest
requires independent research & writing skills expected at university
The Core Requirements: EE
EE Examples What are the role and the significance of dance
in Pride and Prejudice and Emma? Which roles do women play in tango lyrics? How and why have explanations of the Cuban
missile crisis changed since 1962? The effect of banana peel on seed germination. What is the legacy of Archimedes’ calculations
of circular and parabolic areas in today’s methods of integration?
Is Jesus Christ Superstar a modern classical opera?
interdisciplinary
explores the nature of knowledge across disciplines
encourages an appreciation of other cultural perspectives
The Core Requirements: ToK
Examples of ToK Prescribed Titles 2014Ethical judgments limit the methods available in the production of knowledge in both the arts and the natural sciences. Discuss. “Knowledge is nothing more than the systematic organization of facts.” Discuss in relation to 2 areas of knowledge.
“When the only tool you have is a hammer, all problems begin to resemble nails” (Maslow). How does this apply to ways of knowing, as tools, in the pursuit of knowledge?
Encourages involvement in artistic pursuits, sports and community service work
Education outside of the classroom
Development of the learner profile
The Core Requirements: CAS
IB Assessments
Diploma Programme assessment includes both final examinations and internal assessment undertaken by the teacher to IB criteria and then externally moderated by the IB.
All 4,000 examiners are ‘quality checked’ through a process of moderation.
The IB undertakes random inspections of schools during exams.
Results are published on 5 July.
Outstanding university preparation Uniquely international perspective Emphasis on analytical & critical thinking Advanced standing in some first-year
university courses International recognition (over 2,000
universities worldwide) IB internal & external assessments
determine grades
Benefits of the IB Program
Students are encouraged to: ask challenging questions learn how to learn develop a sense of their own identity and
culture develop intercultural understanding and
communication become independent, self-motivated learners
Benefits of the IB Program
also earn the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (O.S.S.D.).
get a second look from university admissions officers: Go to wossweb.com to download list of
Canadian universities and diploma recognition
enjoy higher rates of university acceptance compared to their non-IB counterparts.
Successful IB Diploma Successful IB Diploma GraduatesGraduates
Have been accepted to a university of their choice.
Have been awarded university-level advance credit and standing based on their IB grades.
Have gone to NYU, Northwestern, Queen’s, McMaster (Health Sciences), McGill, U of T and Waterloo, to name just a few.
Previous WOSS IB GraduatesPrevious WOSS IB Graduates
De-semestered Grade 9 Math and English classes
Diverse and extensive co- & extra-curricular activities
Success in academic and extra-curricular activities
Committed teachers Diverse student population Proven Results
May 2013 IB Results: www.wossweb.com
The White Oaks’ Advantage
2 years of preparation Disciplined approach Challenging prescribed program Sound preparation for the IB Diploma
Program Clustered classes Student workshops
The Accelerated Learning Program (ALP)
1. English
2. Math
3. French
4. Science
5. Geography
6. Technology
7. Physical Education
8. Arts Elective (Music, Visual Arts, Drama)
9. 9th credit option: lunch-time music
Gr. 9 ALP courses
clustered
1. English
2. Math
3. French or Spanish
4. Science
5. History
6. Gr. 11 University Math*
7. Civics/Careers
8. Elective (e.g. Arts, Business, Technology)
Gr. 10 ALP courses
clustered
Download package from www.wossweb.com
Complete package and submit by December 6, 2013 @ 3PM.
Only completed packages will be accepted and considered.
The ALP Application Process
A COMPLETE package contains:1. Student information sheet2. Complete previous year’s report card3. November Progress Report / Report Card4. 2-page essay5. List of community involvement and/or extra-curricular
activities6. Course selection form
Indicate if in French Immersion Indicate if identified Gifted (IEP) Indicate if you have 1 year or less in formal French
learning.
The ALP Application Process
1. Are there tuition fees for the ALP?
NO.
FAQs
2. Are there tuition fees for the IB?
Yes-- $1,200 for Gr. 11
$1,200 for Gr. 12.
FAQs
3. How can my child learn more about White Oaks?
Participate in our annual Gr. 8 tour on January 8th 2012. (grade 8 parent's information night Jan 9th )
Students from feeder schools typically attend.
Students from non-feeder schools should provide the ALP/IB Co-ordinator with contact information tonight.
FAQs
4. I am not from a feeder school. Can I still apply and attend WOSS for the ALP? How?
YES. Complete & submit the application package
on time. If from outside of HDSB (public board), also
complete HDSB student registration form (download from wossweb.com).
FAQs
5. I’m in French Immersion (FI). Can I still pursue my FI certificate while completing the ALP and the IB?
YES. Depending on enrolment, we may be able to cluster students within FI who also wish to study in the ALP.
FAQs
6. I’m currently in Gr. 9. May I still apply for the ALP?
Yes. Complete the Gr. 10 ALP Application Package.
FAQs
7. I’m currently in Gr. 10. May I still apply for the IB?
Yes.
1) Complete the IBDP Application Package.
2) Contact IB Coordinator to ensure that required course prerequisites are met.
FAQs
8. May I attend my home school then transfer to White Oaks for the IBDP?
It is not advisable. Admission is on a case-by-case basis.
FAQs
FAQs9. What is the current enrolment in ALP & IBDP
at WOSS?
Gr. 9 ALP: 286
Gr. 10 ALP: 251
Gr. 11 IB Year 1: 121
Gr. 12 IB Year 2: 65
FAQs10. Is there a percentage cut-off for ALP
admission?
Whole child approach; generally 75% and above.
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Erin Davidson
ALP/IB Co-ordinator
905.845.5200 ext.233
Contact Information
John [email protected]
Michelle [email protected]
Stefan Jevtic (Graduated from IBDP)
Student Perspectives
Andrew Schneider (Gr. 12 IBDP)
Nicole Berios (Gr. 12 IBDP)
Questions?
Circulate to specific department areas
Contact: Erin Davidson [email protected]
Thank you for coming tonight. Have a safe journey home.