What’s the difference between exploring and experimenting in the Research Presentation? How can practical exploration in the Solo Theatre Piece be informed by theory whilst also developing intentions? How do I equip my students to know where to start and how to independently follow their own practical pathway? A summary and slides from a virtual webinar unpacking the role of practical exploration in the DP Theatre assessment tasks, with methods for promoting student independe

How do you define "appropriate challenge" for language learning? Are students truly prepared, with genuine pathway choice? Is your placement process robust? This piece and slides from the accompanying webinar cover how to ensure academic integrity and true multilingual learning. We discuss the IB's "appropriate challenge" concept and how to determine language proficiency by way of mapping MYP, IGCSE and other qualifications to CEFR, in turn mapping this to entry points for DP

A summary of considerations for IB schools creating the organisation chart required for evaluation, as well as looking to enhance their leadership structure, positions of responsibility and designated roles. In the accompanying webinar (slides included) we discussed IB requirements, teacher support, PD requirements, and how to mitigate these costs while also looking for teachers without IB experience who have the potential to be amazing in the programme.

I outline how two calendars can bring order and wellbeing to the IB DP/CP coordinator, students and teachers. In a recent webinar, we discussed how to co-create an effective assessment calendar with teachers, how to create a mindset of 'cementing' dates and sticking to them, and how to use a well-spread assessment calendar to shape a culture of assessment to drive growth and learning. We also shared sample calendars, and looked at a coordinator's annual calendar to cover all

One of the most important operational tasks in any IB coordinator's year is the registering of students for the Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP) or Career-related Programme (CP). Access free resources here, taking coordinators through the process of using IBIS to register students, including: Timelines & Deadlines (including late, and late late registrations); Pre-registration; Registration via multiple methods; Editing entries; Sign & refine workflows and

A summary and slides from the free webinar hosted by Kieran Burgess with Ibicus, introducing new IB Coordinators to their role with practical advice and templates.