Preparing for IB Diploma

As you well know, the IB Diploma is a very rigorous program. Here’s your chance to get a head start by enrolling on one or more of the Pre-DP courses. Dates for the courses are as follows:

This summer school course will teach you how to get organized and work efficiently during the IB Diploma program. The first section focuses on skills such as listening, note-taking and reading efficiently as well as referencing consistently and correctly. The second section's emphasis is on producing a clearly defined thesis statement which will then culminate in a research project using the skills listed. You will prepare a presentation and examine different styles of IB essays.

Pre-IBDP Economics
IBDP Economics is a fascinating and challenging subject. What better way to make an easier transition to the course than to learn some basic Economics concepts, theories, and skills first! Gain an understanding of the course structure, get hooked on graphing and get exposed to economics analysis so that you are better prepared and can really enjoy and do well in IBDP Economics.

Pre-IBDP Business Management
Business and Management is a rigorous and dynamic discipline that examines business decision-making and how this impacts on internal and external environments. By taking Pre-IBDP Business and Management, you will gain an introductory understanding of business theory and begin to apply business principles, practices and skills.

Pre-IBDP Sciences (Biology/Chemistry/Physics)
All IB Diploma students must take at least one science. The summer school class offers a combination of Biology, Chemistry & Physics. Most students will be familiar with the pre-requisite content for these DP courses, and so this summer school course does not intend to re-teach this content. Rather, the course offers an introduction to the principles of scientific study at DP level, and develops the student’s ability to analyze, evaluate, and synthesize scientific information. There will be a strong focus on Group 4 practical skills and the personal skills required in the compulsory interdisciplinary Group 4 project.

Pre-IBDP A1 Languages
All IB Diploma students must take an A1 Language. The Language A1 approach may be very different to the approach taken by Grade 9/10 literature courses, such as IGCSE, CBSE, ‘O’ Level etc. Language A1 requires an in depth deconstruction of literature into its language, style, structure and achievements. Students demonstrate their knowledge of literature through a comparative essay, two orals and examinations which include unseen commentaries and literature questions on specific genres. Students in the pre-IB course will engage in a group project which will stimulate these areas of the study of literature and which will require co-operative learning, close textural study, individual critical writing and oral presentation.

Pre-IBDP Theory of Knowledge
A compulsory part of the IB Diploma. This course will introduce you to the main themes in the Theory of Knowledge course. You will be encouraged to develop a critical capacity to evaluate beliefs and knowledge claims. You will also be encouraged to examine your own ideas critically as well as those of others, in a tolerant and understanding manner. Most students will find Theory of Knowledge a challenging course, and the Pre-IBDP course is a solid introduction to the approaches to learning you will need to develop to be successful.

Mid-IBDP Summer Support
This course is for students who have completed the first year of the IB Diploma program and want to be better prepared for their second year. The course will help students focus on key assessed components of the DP such as the extended essay, internal assessment and coursework, all under the supervision of an IB teacher.

Introduction to the DP & Supporting your child
Parental support is often a key factor in a student’s success on the IBDP. Learn how the DP is organised, and the stress points your child will face during these important two years.

This is a half day course and will run on the afternoon of 29th July. To register for this course please contact the summer school coordinator directly at sumsch08@iss.edu.sg Cost: $150.00 (Free for ISS Parents)