The Accelerated Learning Program (ALP) & The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program ALP Grade 9 Preparation for Option Selection Thursday, February.

The Accelerated Learning Program (ALP)

&

The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program

ALP Grade 9 Preparation for Option Selection

Thursday, February 3, 2011

7:00

South Cafeteria

To IB or not to IB:

That is the Question!

• 2 years of preparation for IB program• Academic level programming• Clustered classes• Student workshops (EE, ToK, etc.)

The Accelerated Learning Program (ALP)

Questions to consider

1. How am I doing in the ALP?2. How do I feel in my classes?3. How do I learn?4. How am I involved in extra-curriculars?5. How are my school relationships?6. Where do I want to go after high school?

How am I doing in ALP?• Math• English• Science• Geography• French

“Students and parents can be confident that students who are achieving at Level 3 (70%) are well prepared for work in the next grade or the next course.”

(Ministry definition of the Provincial Standard – regular programming)

Higher marks are advised for success in ALP/IB.

How do I feel when I am in the classes?– Strong and well-challenged– Enriched by the learning environment– Experiencing opportunities beyond the regular

academic program

Reconsider program if the answer is:– A little nervous/uncertain about the

environment or level of challenge– Losing confidence in my ability to keep pace

with the program

How do I learn best?• I like to study.• I like to reflect on what I am learning.• I see connections between what I’m learning

within my classes, and in the world.• I like learning in all subject areas, even if they

are not my “best” subjects.

Reconsider program if the answer is:• I memorize everything; I don’t really like in-

depth assignments.• I don’t really study much.

How am I involved in extra-curriculars?• How is my life beyond school?

– I participate regularly in activities that I enjoy.– I take a leadership role in some of my activities.– I am satisfied with the school’s range of

opportunities for participation.– I like the balance between my school life and my

life beyond school.

Reconsider program if :– I don’t have enough time to pursue the activities I

want; I spend most of my time on school work.– I have so many outside activities that I don’t have

enough time to complete school work the way I want.

How are my school relationships?• With my peers?

– I have or have made friends in classes and my extra-curricular activities.

– I work well with my classmates; we support one another.• With my teachers?

– I am comfortable working with my teachers in classes.– I am comfortable approaching teachers and other adults

for assistance.– I am comfortable working with adults in my extra-

curricular activities.

Reconsider program if the answer is:– I tend to work alone.– I feel a little isolated from the other students.– I’m uncomfortable asking classmates/teachers for help.

Where do I want to go after high school?

• Choice of Program• Choice of

University/College/Apprenticeship/Work• What courses and marks are required for

my goals (admission requirements)?

The IB Curriculum Modelgroup 1

language A1

group 2

second language

group 4

experimental sciences

group 3

individuals and society

group 5

mathematics and computer

science

group 6

the arts and electives

Extended Essay

(EE)

Theory of Knowledge (TOK)

Creativity, Action, Service

(CAS)

“To IB”What courses do I choose for Grade 10 ALP?Regular ALP French Immersion ALP1. ENG2DB ENG2DB2. MPM2DB MPM2DB3. CHC2DB CHC2D44. SNC2DB SNC2D45. FSF2DB FIF2D16. CHV/GLC2O* CHV/GLC2O4*7. MCR3UB** MCR3UB**8. Elective*** Elective ***Compulsory creditAll courses taken in the ALP program are

Ontario curriculum

“To IB”

* Civics/Careers (CHV/GLC2O)– Compulsory grade 10 credit for graduation– Option to take in summer school in July 2010 OR

online during school year to make room for another elective

• Not available for French Immersion

“To IB”**Mathematics (MCR3UB)

– All ALP students take Grade 10 Math (MPM2DB semester 1)

– May choose MCR3UB, dependent on potential pathway profile for Year 1 (grade 11) IB math:

• “Arts/Humanities/Social Sciences” profile does NOT need MCR3UB (take Math Studies SL)

• Engineering/Sciences/Business/ profile MUST CHOOSE MCR3UB (take HL or SL Math)

Important Notes

***ElectiveALP Students are still required to fulfill

compulsory credits towards their OSSD• Group 2 = any additional credit in

health and physical education, or the arts, business studies, or coop

• 3rd Science (biology, chemistry, physics)– May choose grade 11 course in grade 10

in 3rd science only– Main science courses are left for IB

“Not to IB”

• Students in the ALP program earn the same Ontario credits at the end of each semester

• Students are able to exit the ALP program at appropriate intervals:– At the end of a semester– At the end of the school year

The IB Advantage• Successful students will earn both an IB Diploma AND an Ontario

diploma (OSSD)– IB students graduate with 8-12 grade 12 U level courses

• Most universities will look at students twice (IB marks and Ontario marks)

• Transfer credits– Up to 3 credits for HL courses, usually with marks of 5 or higher– IB fees of $2400 are well worth it!

• University Preparation– Academic rigour is part of student work ethic– University-level research, documentation, writing, presentation skills– University-level work habits (time management, organization)– Collaboration, social interaction, initiative, advocacy, international-

mindedness skills– Creativity, Action, Service (portfolio, application readiness)

Questions?Go to www.wossweb.com for information about the range of White Oaks’ programs including ALP/IB.

As well, explore ibo.org for IB information