RECOMMENDED FOR:
Principals, heads, members of senior management teams from schools which have decided to offer the Diploma Programme (DP). New or recently appointed principals, heads, and members of senior management teams from schools offering the DP.
Please note this workshop will be delivered virtually.
Workshop Summary:
In this workshop, heads of school are challenged to think about the process of leadership differently, to base their decision-making and actioning on a foundation of deeper understanding of the complex nature of their own particular context as well as being immersed into the IB ecosystem. Building on this understanding, leaders -- together with the IB -- will consider the ways in which their school community (all stakeholders) will place learning at the centre of their IB programme, through the thoughtful development of purpose, culture and environment, in alignment with the IB’s mission and philosophy.
This workshop will encourage you to:
embrace your role as a leader of a learning organization in an IB global context
become familiar with the IB’s philosophy and requirements, including the specifications relevant to the programme(s) for which the school is seeking authorization
prepare to inform and engage your school community
plan your school’s IB journey through authorization and beyond, including the identification of a potential leading learners team
begin to develop your school’s IB action plan to meet the IB’s requirements for authorization and a vision for ongoing implementation
Please select your required workshop from the dropdown list on the registration form
Benefits of our virtual workshops
Courses delivered by approved and experienced IB workshop leaders.
12 hours of live/real-time instruction plus 3 hours of asynchronous/offline work across three-days. Delegates are required to attend and participate in all scheduled sessions in order to receive their IB certificate.
Opportunities to meet participants from a range of schools, both within the UK and internationally.
Competitively priced with discounts for IBSCA member schools.
Please note that synchronous sessions are delivered live on the above dates following UK timings - do bear this in mind when applying from outside of the UK and take into account time differences. You will not be eligible for an attendance certificate unless you attend all the live sessions.
Virtual Workshop Fees
Prices stated do not include VAT. You will be charged 20% VAT if applicable.
IBSCA full member school: £460.00
IBSCA Associate, Candidate & Single Programme Member School - £550.00
Non IBSCA Member School - £640.00
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this workshop for me?
Category 1 workshops focus on IB philosophy and implementation. They provide professional development and assistance for schools that have decided to apply for IB authorization. They are also relevant for educators who are new to a school with an existing IB programme and those interested in joining an IB school. Participants will gain an understanding of:
the basic philosophy and curricular model of the programme, including the IB mission statement, learner profile, and curriculum documents.
programme standards and practices appropriate to the participants’ role (e.g., teacher, administrator, head of school, and so on).
the appropriate programme framework (PYP, MYP, DP).
Teachers who are new to an IB programme will:
Receive a general introduction to IB philosophy and programme Understand the structure of the programme (including assessment procedures) Create drafts or refine and improve course. outlines/designs and application Be able to begin teaching the programme upon completion of the workshop.
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