The IB Middle Years Program (MYP) is a five- year program for students aged 11-16, which provides a framework that encourages students to become creative, critical, and reflective thinkers. MYP aims to develop students' disciplinary understanding, intercultural awareness, and global engagement.
MYP promotes inquiry-based learning, where students explore concepts and develop their understanding through investigation, experimentation, and collaboration. It emphasizes the development of skills and dispositions necessary for a successful and balanced life.
ACTIVITIES
Transdisciplinary units of inquiry including disciplines:
• Integrated Humanities
• Sciences
• Mathematics
• Arts
• Physical Education
• Design
• Languages
• Individuals and Societies
• Foreign Language
- Interdisciplinary Project Work: These projects connect different subject areas to create a holistic teaming experience.
- Service Learning Projects: These projects allow students to address community needs and promote social responsibility.
- Personal Project Work: These projects allow students to explore their interests and creativity while applying the skills they have learned.
- Collaborative Group Work: These activities promote teamwork and communication skills.
- Research Projects: These activities teach students how to conduct research and develop critical thinking skills.
- Independent Study Activities: These activities encourage students to take ownership of their fearning and develop self-motivation skills.
- Experimentation and Inquiry Projects: These projects allow students to conduct experiments and develop their scientific skills.
- Field Trips and Excursions: These activities provide students with hands-on learning experiences outside of the classroom
- Debates and Discussions: These activities allow students to develop their speaking and listening skills while learning about different viewpoints.
- Oral Presentations and Speeches: These activities develop students communication skills while presenting their work to an audience.
- Creative Expression Activities like Drama, Music, and Visual Arts: These activities allow students to themselves creatively and develop their artistic skills.
- Al and Technology Development: These activities teach students about emerging technologies and explore how they can be used to create innovations that can solve real-world problems. Students also learn about the ethical implications of technology and how they can contribute positively to the development of Al and other technologies.
- Soft Skills Development: These activities aim to develop the soft skills that are highly valued by employers, such as communication, collaboration, leadership, problem-solving, and self-management. Students learn how to develop these skills through teamwork, project management, and goal-setting activities. These skills enhance their work readiness and prepare them for their future careers.
Advantages of MYP:
- Develops a deep understanding of concepts
- Fosters critical and independent thinking
- Encourages interdisciplinary learning
- Promotes international-mindedness and global citizenship.
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Prepares students for further education and life beyond the classroom