IB History & possible evolution

  • IB founded 10/25/1968 in Geneva

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    IB History & evolution

    IB provides courses online but becomes online school itself, as it addresses the evolution of less face-to-face learning and computers being a primary means to learning.
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  • IB DP Programme exam

    First official IB Diploma Programme exams taken by students at 12 school from 10 countries.
  • DP Online Courses

  • IB development of Learner profile

  • Learner Profile Review to accommodate impact of technology in life

    Additional Learner Profile attributes specifically related to technology- related skills are added.
  • IB DP Programme evolves - content & assessment

    Computer Languages become official alternatives to traditional languages in Group 2.

    Assessment broadens with less emphasis on the final exam.(less emphasis on knowledge per say and more on analysis and evaluation of given information - the scaffolding of critical thinking.
    Learning opportunities (e.g. brief internships in the real world) are incorporated into the curriculum.
  • IB DP Online School

    IB provides courses online but become online school itself, as it addresses the evolution of less face-to-face learning and computers being a primary means to learning. (My son believes his generation can teach themselves from the internet!)