Why Conceptual Understanding Matters in Implementing the PYP Updates

The IB brochure The IB Primary Years Programme describes a PYP education as “an inquiry-based, transdisciplinary curriculum framework that builds conceptual understanding.” This emphasizes the goal of helping students develop […]
Aligning IB Approaches to Learning Skills with School Strategic Plans

The IB’s six approaches to teaching and five approaches to learning (ATL) support the IB’s mission and serve as guideposts for IB World School communities. The main function of ATL is […]
PYP Changes and Action Planning

The Primary Years Programme (PYP) has new guidance for all the PYP subjects that are presented in a suite of resources that were published at the end of April 2025. […]
Enhancing the MYP

Explore the Enhancing the MYP project to learn more about the purpose and the four main areas of the enhancements, including design principles, implementation timeline, resources, and professional development opportunities. […]
Transdisciplinary Learning in IB: A Guide for Teachers

Explore how transdisciplinary learning enhances IB education. Our teacher guide covers practical strategies for successful curriculum integration. The Primary Years Programme (PYP) utilizes transdisciplinary learning to unify learning across, between, […]
IB Specified Concepts Explained: A Comprehensive Guide

The International Baccalaureate’s (IB) philosophy is to develop “inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people.
The IB Extended Essay Guide: Topics, Process, and Grading

The Extended Essay (EE) is one of three core components of the IB Diploma Programme, requiring students to undertake independent research and produce a substantial piece of academic writing.
The New Building Your IB Programme: Primary Years Workshop

The former Making the PYP Happen: Implementing Agency and Making the PYP Happen in the Early Years: Implementing Agency workshops will be replaced with a new workshop beginning January 2025: […]
Incorporating IB Global Contexts in Lesson Plans: Resources and Strategies

Incorporating IB Global Contexts in Lesson Plans: Resources and Strategies One of the hallmarks of an International Baccalaureate (IB) education is that the curriculum is challenging, engaging, significant and relevant. […]
What is Reflective Learning? IB Learner Profile Traits

“Learning without reflection is a waste. Reflection without […]