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Recommendation of the International Passport to Higher Education be changed to the International Baccalaureate
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Theory of Knowledge introduction.
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International Baccalaureate organisation registered in Geneva.
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Creativity, Activity, Service component of DP programme introduced.
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Extended essay component introduction
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International Baccalaureate mission statement formally ratified.
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1000 International Baccalaureate Schools registered.
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Career-related programme introduced in International Baccalaureate
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1,250,000 International Baccalaureate students worldwide
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Using the recent pandemic as a push, International Baccalaureate introduces an online platform to expand those wishing to follow IB model (i.e. home schooled students, long distance learners). Additionally movement to more online assessments rather than exam room based.
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The success of IB means there is an untapped wealth of experienced and successful ex-students who are asked to provide mentorship to current DP students. They are either ex-students that can provide mentorship within their local area in IB schools, or using the new IB online platform so more students can take part in this endeavour.
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The rise of automation in everyday life risks students future occupational opportunities. In order to mitigate this risk, a compulsory computer programming unit requirement is introduced in IB.