RECOMMENDED FOR:
Teachers, guidance counsellors and support staff involved in providing advice and support on post-secondary options to Diploma Programme students.
This workshop will encourage you to:
This workshop will cater to both guidance counsellors experienced in supporting DP students as well as those new to the practice. The overall purpose of the workshop is to explore the philosophical and administrative principles of the Diploma Programme counselling for DP implementation. The workshop will provide foundational knowledge, while also reviewing and updating counsellors on the standards and practices of the Diploma Programme to support momentum and maximize student attainment.
A goal of the workshop is to define and discuss the role of the IB counsellor and learn strategies to support the effectiveness of the counsellor working with IB students. Counsellors learn to keep up-to-date on changes in the DP and articulate the outcomes to properly advise students towards diploma attainment and post-secondary options.
You will need to select your required workshop from the dropdown list on the registration form
Benefits of our face-to-face workshops:
Courses delivered by approved and experienced IB workshop leaders.
15 hours of live instruction allowing for in-depth discussion and collaborative learning in a small group setting. Delegates are required to attend and participate in all scheduled sessions in order to receive their IB certificate.
Opportunities to meet participants from a range of schools helping to build your IB network and learn from fellow IB educators.
Held over the course of three days (Friday - Sunday) minimising the impact on your school schedule and allowing for dedicated time for your professional development.
Conveniently located at the University of Warwick in close proximity to transport links and providing comfortable hotel-style accommodation and excellent catering facilities.
Competitively priced – with discounts for IBSCA member schools.
Face-to-Face Workshop Fees
Prices stated do not include VAT. You will be charged 20% VAT if applicable
Non-Residential Fees
Accommodation, breakfast and dinner not included. Lunch provided on Friday and Saturday.
Full IBSCA Member School: £585.00
Associate IBSCA Member School: £675.00
PYP/MYP/CP only IBSCA Member School: £675.00
Non IBSCA Member School: £765.00
Residential Fees
Includes two-night b&b stay, lunch and evening meals at the University of Warwick.
Full IBSCA Member School: £905.00
Associate IBSCA Member School: £995.00
PYP/MYP/CP only IBSCA Member School: £995.00
Non IBSCA Member School: £1085.00
Extra night: £107.00
You will need to select your required workshop from a dropdown list on the registration form
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this workshop for me?
Category 1
Choose category 1 workshops if you are new to the IB or if your situation is similar to any of the following:
You are new to the faculty of a longstanding IB World School and have not taught in an IB programme previously.
You are aware of the IB philosophy and programme structure but are not experienced in teaching or administering the IB.
You are familiar with the IB subject guide (including assessment procedures, moderation) and would like greater confidence before teaching a course.
You have inherited a course and would like a review before teaching it to suit your own style and expertise.
Category 2
Choose category 2 workshops to develop your expertise in delivering an IB programme. You will have an opportunity to:
make connections between programme frameworks and classroom practice
enhance your understanding of assessment in IB programmes
discuss and analyse standards and practices
For other frequently asked questions…