Information Session with Parents

Dr Lee Khen Seng

Vice Principal (Secondary)

Wednesday 14 January, 2015

The International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme is a comprehensive and rigorous two year curriculum

a deliberate compromise between the specialization required in some national systems and the breadth preferred in others.

The Diploma Programme is highly regarded for entry to university education throughout the world.

IB students routinely gain admission to some of the best known universities in the world. Most of these institutions have established recognition policies for the IB diploma. The IBO maintains updated information about university recognition which can be accessed at http://www.ibo.org/country.

The International Baccalaureate (IB) is a non-profit educational foundation founded in 1968

3915 schools.

147 countries

1, 229, 000 students

Who should take the IB Diploma?

There are two groups of students who should undertake the IB Diploma:

those who need it for entrance to the universities of their choice

those who, academically able and motivated, want to undertake a challenging course of study.

What Do We Look For in IB Diploma Students?

Desire

Self-discipline, ability to ask questions, time management

Thinks critically

Competence and fluency in expressing oneself in English

An independent and cooperative learner

Requirements of the Diploma Programme Study of SIX subjects covering major fields of learning.

3 subjects studied at Higher Level (HL) to allow for specialization in certain areas.

3 subjects studied at Standard Level (SL) to ensure a broad education.

Participation in an interdisciplinary course entitled Theory of Knowledge (TOK).

Submission of an Extended Essay (EE), of no more than 4000 words, on a topic of the student’s choice.

Participation in a programme of Creativity, Action and Service (CAS).

The Subject Groups♦ Group 1 - Studies in Language and Literature

English A – Language and Literature (HL and SL) or

English B (HL)

♦ Group 2 – Language Acquisition

Indonesian A Language and Literature (HL and SL) or

Indonesian B (HL and SL) or

Indonesian Ab Initio (SL) or

Chinese B (HL and SL) or

Mandarin Ab Initio (SL)

♦ Group 3 - Individuals and Societies

Business and Management (HL and SL) or

Economics (HL and SL) or

Geography (HL and SL)

♦ Group 4 - Sciences

Chemistry (HL and SL) or

Physics (HL and SL) or

Biology (HL and SL)

♦ Group 5 – Mathematics

Mathematics (HL and SL) or

Mathematical Studies (SL)

♦ Group 6 - The Arts and Electives

Visual Arts (HL and SL) or

Music (HL and SL) or

(chemistry or geography can be chosen in this group)

Core Requirements of the IB ProgrammeDiploma Core: CAS, EE and TOK

In addition to the six subjects all students:

Follow a course in the Theory of Knowledge (TOK) composed of questions! the most central of these is “How do we know?” assessment is via a 1400 to 1600 philosophical essay and an oral

presentation

Engage in a substantial piece of research resulting in an Extended Essay (EE) undertake a substantial piece of original research and write an

extended essay of about 4,000 words.

Participate in an extra-curricular programme entitled Creativity, Action and Service (CAS)

The IB Grading SystemThe grading scheme in use for IB examinations is:

1. very poor

2. poor

3. mediocre

4. satisfactory

5. good

6. very good

7. excellent

Assessment External Assessments – 50% to 80%, 2 or 3 papers

Internal Assessments (IAs) – 20% to 50%, moderated by IBO

6 subjects (1 to 7 points each)

Maximum = 6 x 7points = 42 points

TOK and EE (Up to 3 bonus points available)

Maximum Total Points = 42 + 3 = 45 points

Completion of CAS is mandatory!

Must get 24 points and meet other criteria to achieve Diploma

If the Full IB Diploma is not for you:

IB Course Students

6 or less subjects

No EE, TOK requirement

Precludes students from some institutions (US is a good option)

A-Level / AS- Level

3 A-Level subjects only or 2 A-Level plus 2 AS-Level

Alternate pathways to tertiary institutions

IGCSE

Foundation courses

Current Grade TenWhen deciding which subjects to take there are

a number of factors which should be considered:

Which subjects do you enjoy?

Which subjects are you good at?

What does the course involve?

What type of career(s) are you interested in?

What are the requirements of the universities at which you intend to apply?

Our Entry ProceduresAll students seeking admission to the IB Diploma programme will be expected to: Have successfully completed the IGCSE with at least 5 ‘B’

grades IGCSE candidates will achieve A*, A, B, C, D, E, F, G or U for each subject.

Grade A* is awarded to those candidates showing highest ability in a subject

Grade G for a minimum satisfactory performance.

Performance below the standard of G are ungraded (U).

A minimum grade of C is prerequisite to enter the upper level of study for most

institutions around the world.

Satisfy the pre-requisites for intended subjects Have a good work ethic - attendance, punctuality, preparation

and participation in lessons, homework, meeting deadlines

Subject Selection Letter

The full range of choices available in 2015 – 2016 are shown below.

Please note that a subject/some subjects may be unavailable (x) to your son/daughter. Subjects are made unavailable when the school believes that the student’s academic history suggests that success in that particular IB subject is unlikely.

Group Subjects (Choose one (1) only from each

Choice)

Availability (√ or x)

Group 1 - Studies in Language and

Literature

Group 2 Language acquisition subject

English A – Language and Literature (HL)

English A – Language and Literature (SL)

English B (HL)

x

√

x

Group 2 – Language acquisition

Group 1 Studies in Language and

Literature subject

Indonesian A – Language and Literature (HL)

Indonesian A – Language and Literature (SL)

Indonesian B (HL)

Indonesian B (SL)

Indonesian Ab Initio (SL)

Chinese B (HL)

Chinese B (SL)

Mandarin Ab Initio (SL)

√

√

x

x

x

x

x

x

Group 3 - Individuals and Societies Economics (HL)

Economics (SL)

Business and Management (HL)

Business and Management (SL)

x

√

√

√

Group 4 –Sciences Physics (HL)

Physics (SL)

Biology(HL)

Biology (SL)

x

x

x

√

Group 5 - Mathematics Mathematics (HL)

Mathematics (SL)

Mathematical Studies (SL)

x

√

√

Group 6 - The Arts and Electives Visual Arts (HL)

Visual Arts (SL)

Music (HL)

Music (SL)

Chemistry (HL) – Grp 4

Chemistry (SL) – Grp 4

Geography (HL) – Grp 3

Geography (SL) – Grp 3

√

√

√

√

x

√

x

√

Subject Level Criteria for entering the IB subject in Grade 11

English A (Lang & Lit) HL IGCSE First Language Mock - B or better. Studied IGCSE English Literature. Teacher recommendation.

SL IGCSE First Language Mock - C or better. Teacher recommendation.

English B HL Only students who are ineligible for English A may study English B.

Chinese B HL Open to students with teacher recommendation.

SL Open to students with teacher recommendation.

Chinese Ab Initio SL Open to students with teacher recommendation. A basic level of exposure and mastery required.

Indonesian A (Lang & Lit) HL Completed Indonesian First Language at ACS. Achieved grade 'A' in Grade 10 school report.

SL

Completed Indonesian First Language at ACS and achieved grade 'B' or better in Grade 10 school report OR a new

student who demonstrates competency in speaking, reading and writing formal Indonesian First Language.

Indonesian B HL

Completed Indonesian Standard/Foreign language at ACS and achieved grade 'B' or better in Grade 10 school report OR

Indonesian Advanced as their 2nd best language OR a new student with at least 5 years of learning the language.

SL

Completed Indonesian Standard/Foreign language at ACS and achieved grade 'C' or better in Grade 10 school report OR

a new student with 2 to 5 years of learning the language.

Indonesian Ab Initio SL Little or no previous experience of the language - foreign student joining ACS in grade 9, 10 or 11.

Biology HL B or better in mock Biology IGCSE.

SL Open to all students with teacher recommendation.

Chemistry HL B or better in mock Chemistry IGCSE.

SL Open to all students with teacher recommendation.

Physics HL B or better in mock Physics IGCSE.

SL Open to all students with teacher recommendation.

Mathematics HL Completed IGCSE Additional Mathematics and achieved a 'B' or better in their mock Mathematics.

SL Achieved a 'B' or better in the mock IGCSE Mathematics examination.

Mathematical Studies SL Only students who are ineligible for Mathematics HL or SL.

Geography HL IGCSE First Language Mock - B or better. Teacher recommendation.

SL Open to all students with teacher recommendation.

Economics HL IGCSE First Language Mock - B or better. Teacher recommendation

SL Open to all students with teacher recommendation.

Business Studies HL IGCSE First Language Mock - B or better. Teacher recommendation

SL Open to all students with teacher recommendation.

Art HL/SL Open to students who have completed IGCSE Visual Art, with teacher recommendation

Music HL/SL Open to students who have completed IGCSE Music, with teacher recommendation

The choices made on the course selection letter will give subject teachers, subject heads, the IB coordinator, myself and the Executive Principal the opportunity to consider the suitability of each course to each student.

Please note that once students embark on their IB studies we will allow changes only within the first three (3) weeks of Quarter 1. The cost of any extra books that are supplied due to changes will be borne by the parent.

Reply Slip – IB Subject Choices for 2015 – 2016(Return directly to the IB Coordinator – Mr Peter Greener)

Student Name: _________________________

Choice 1: ___________________________ Choice 4: ___________________________

Choice 2: ___________________________ Choice 5: ___________________________

Choice 3: ___________________________ Choice 6: ___________________________

Parent Name: _________________________

Parent Signature: ______________________

Student Signature: _____________________ Date: ____________

Our expectations Educationally, the next 2 years are the most

important of a student’s life

Workload will get progressively higher and students must work hard and submit work punctually and to the highest standard they are capable of

Parents must support and monitor their children

IBDP POINT

SCORE 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014

Total

Candidature 9 13 11 21 31

Total awarded

Diploma 7 12 11 21 31

Percentage 77.8 92.3 100 100 100

Average IB

Score 33.6 31.0

37.2

(Wld Av 29.8)

38.0

(Wld Av 29.8 )

37.0

(Wld Av 29.8 )

IB Results

STB ACS IB Diploma Passes 2009 – 2013

2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014

STB ACS Diploma pass rate 77.8% 77.8% 92% 100% 100% 100%

Average points obtained by STB ACS students who passed the diploma 30 34 31 37 38 37

STB ACS highest diploma points awarded (out of 45 points) 35 43 38 42 45 45

Average graded obtained at STB ACS by candidates who passed the diploma 4.79 5.34 4.96 5.92 6.09 5.88

UK – Oxford University; Imperial College London; King’s College; University of College London; Oxford Brookes; University of Manchester; University of Nottingham

USA – University of Michigan; University of Washington; University of California, Irvine; University of Vermont; Southern California Institute of Architecture; Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University; Oregon State University; BellevneCollege; Black Hills State University; Florida International University; Green River Community College; Chicago College of Performing Arts; Marymount College; Foothill College

Indonesia – Universitas Indonesia; Universitas Gajah Mada; Swiss-German University; Universitas Pelita Harapan; Universitas Atma Jaya; Stenden Bali; Raffless College of Higher Education

Universities our graduates have been admitted (2009-2014)

Singapore – National University of Singapore; Management Development Institute of Singapore (MDIS)

Hong Kong – The University of Hong Kong (HKU); The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)

Australia – University of Melbourne; University of Western Australia; Monash University; University of Sydney; Curtin University; RMIT

Canada – University of Toronto; University of British Columbia; McGill University

Holland – Erasmus University; Rotterdam University

New Zealand – Auckland University

South Korea – Yonsei University

China – New York University - Shanghai

South Africa – Stellenbosch, Cape Town

And Now…. It is advisable to talk or write to Ms Ezmieralda

<ekallista@acsjakarta.sch.id> or Ms Nadia <nadia.indriana@acsjakarta.sch.id>, Higher Education Coordinators, if there is uncertainty regarding prerequisite subjects for courses at tertiary institutions.

Subject Heads may also be consulted regarding subject specific questions:- Mr Peter Greener – IB Coordinator, TOK, EE Mr Christian Gabriel – CAS Mr John Freeman – English Mr Carolus Sadsoeitoeboen – Mathematics Mr Timothy Lim – Humanities and Social Sciences, EE Mr Khin Thern – Science, TOK Mr Tri Maryanto – Indonesian, CAS Ms Arum Purwaningrum – Chinese Mr Daniel Dasalak – Music and Art

Questions?