Benefits of MYP
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| Being part of an MYP school means students are encouraged to be well-rounded, globally minded people who can make links between subjects to transfer their learning to new contexts. It allows students to |
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Holistic
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Internationally recognised
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Inquiry focused
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Interdisciplinary
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Critical thinking built into frameworks
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Encourages international mindedness
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Breadth of subjects that continues throughout the programme
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Provides a challenge
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Provides many independent choices
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Great foundation for the IB DP
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Personal Project in Year 10
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Benefits of DP
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| The DP encourages students to engage in high levels of academic rigor and develop skills to think critically, communicate carefully and learn ethically. It is great preparation for students looking to go to university, and is widely recognised by Australian Universities and is internationally recognised. |
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Holistic
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Internationally recognised
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Requires students to study a breadth of subjects as well as depth
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Aligns with elements of the MYP e.g. AtL’s and Learner Profile
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Courses meet international standards
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Formal recognition for areas students are already completing e.g. CAS.
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Good if no specific pathway and unsure what area to go into
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Good for those who prefer time to grow into the course, rather than assessment all the way along
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Provides a challenge
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Provides many independent choices
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Highly Trained Teachers - must be DP trained
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