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The International Baccalaureate<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The IB program known as the International Baccalaureate (IB)<\/strong> is becoming increasingly popular.
\nIt is a modern program, “of the future” and has great prestige among the best universities in the world.
\nAll British, American and Spanish higher education institutions recognize it as a pathway to university.
\nA high score in the program’s courses can lead to university credits, scholarships and other advantages related to university access. <\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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\"\" ‘The IB has been recognized in the way it challenges students<\/strong>.
\nStudents develop critical thinking in a global context. <\/u>The capabilities they acquire in research <\/u>along with the skills<\/u> they develop during the program are second to none.
\nAll of this is worked through a ‘disruptive’ methodology in which a variety of subjects are offered to choose from across six thematic areas,<\/strong> as well as three core components<\/strong> that we will explain in this article. <\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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1. History<\/strong><\/h4>\n

It was founded in 1968 in Switzerland<\/strong>.
\nToday there are more than 4,000 schools worldwide that offer IB as part of their curricula.
\nBetween 2016 and 2020, the number of IB programs offered in schools has increased by 33%.
\nIt is possible to study in English, French and Spanish.<\/strong> <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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What is the International Baccalaureate?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The IB is not only an educational program.
\nIt aims to enhance the knowledge and development of its students during the program and consists of two years<\/strong> of training.
\nStudents study the content of the program from an international perspective.
\nDuring the course, students are required to study 6 subjects: 3 ‘higher level’<\/strong> and 3 ‘intermediate level’ <\/strong>subjects . <\/strong>The difference between taking an upper-level or middle-level course lies in the number of hours devoted to each: 150 hours<\/strong> of instruction in the middle-level courses and 240 hours<\/strong> of instruction for the upper-level courses.
\nTo ensure a comprehensive education, students should choose subjects from the following subject areas<\/u> ( <\/strong>however, each school may offer a wide variety of different subjects in each subject area and not all schools may offer the same subjects.
\nThis is very important to keep in mind when analyzing different IBs from different schools).
\nThe subject areas of the IB program<\/u> are as follows: <\/p>\n

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  1. Studies in language and literature:<\/strong> you normally choose your native language, although you can choose between 80 different languages.<\/li>\n
  2. Language acquisition:<\/strong> an additional language<\/li>\n
  3. Individuals and societies:<\/strong> geography, history, economics, business, philosophy and sociology.<\/li>\n
  4. Science:<\/strong> physics, chemistry, biology, design technology, social and environmental systems<\/li>\n
  5. Mathematics:<\/strong> 4 mathematics courses are available according to the student’s needs, interests and abilities.<\/li>\n
  6. Arts:<\/strong> music, film, visual arts, dance, foreign language and theater.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    In addition to these six subject areas, there are three core components<\/strong> that aim to broaden students’ educational experience and challenge them to apply their knowledge and skills: <\/p>\n

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    1. Theory of knowledge (TOK):<\/strong> students are offered the opportunity to reflect on the nature of knowledge and how we know what we claim to know.<\/li>\n
    2. The monograph<\/strong>: this is an independent, student-directed research project, which ends with a 4,000-word essay on a topic of interest to the student.<\/li>\n
    3. Creativity, Action, Service (CAS): <\/strong>7 learning objectives must be met throughout the program.
      \nFor example, students participate in a variety of activities such as sports, volunteering, helping the community or any artistic discipline that involves creative thinking.
      \nThis is intended to get the student to reflect on their experience and show evidence of having achieved the 7 learning outcomes (e.g. blog, video, photos, report, etc.). <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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      3. International Baccalaureate Grading System <\/strong><\/h4>\n

      The program is evaluated by points.
      \nThere is a maximum of 45 points.
      \nEach subject is awarded between 1 and 7 points and 3 points are awarded for the 3 core components: CAS, the monograph and TOK.
      \nOf the 150,000 IB students who take the course each year, only 146 received 45 points<\/strong>.
      \nThe average score is 30.07.<\/strong>
      \nTo pass, students must receive a minimum score of 24 points<\/strong>, or an average of 4(C) points in all 6 subjects.
      \nThe overall passing rate is 80%.<\/strong> <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      4. BI Program: The Benefits<\/strong><\/h4>\n
      The benefits for the student are numerous, the most important of which are the following:<\/h6>\n

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      1. Possibility of direct admission to prestigious universities worldwide<\/strong><\/li>\n
      2. International vision<\/strong><\/li>\n
      3. Stimulation of critical thinking<\/strong><\/li>\n
      4. Encouragement of the student’s research skills<\/strong><\/li>\n
      5. Helps the student to grow physically, intellectually, emotionally and ethically.<\/strong><\/li>\n
      6. Autonomy: <\/strong>they direct their own learning<\/li>\n
      7. Development of the student’s maturity: <\/strong>the student has to think independently, become more culturally aware and organize his or her time efficiently.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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        5. Studying the International Baccalaureate in the UK and going to university<\/strong> Studying the International Baccalaureate at an elite boarding school<\/a> in the UK<\/strong> is undoubtedly a very interesting option on the academic and personal level for the student and is a truly unique experience for a multitude of reasons.
        \nNot only is the quality of the teaching incredible, but also the student benefits from smaller class sizes, which allows them to take a very active role in the class and in their learning.
        \nThe multitasking required for the program comes naturally to a boarding school student as they have a constant flow of activities, classes and extra-curriculars and adapt to what is required very quickly.
        \nThe IB program also dovetails with other parts of your boarding school life.
        \nFor example, the CAS section of the diploma can include extra-curricular activities, sports or the Duke of Edinburgh program offered by the school to name a few. <\/p>\n