IB Voices
IB Voices is a podcast where students, educators, alumni, and others passionate about the International Baccalaureate share their stories and experiences. Each episode features conversations about the IB program's impact on education and personal growth. The podcast aims to inspire and inform listeners about the IB community.
Episodes
Preparando a los estudiantes para el futuro a través del POP
Maribel San Juan Velasco, directora del bachillerato en la Universidad Popular Autónoma del Estado de Puebla (UPAEP) y Gerardo Arroyo Barillas, director de Prepa UPAEP Cholula en México, comparten la experiencia de UPAEP con el Programa de Orientación Profesional (POP). A partir de su trayectoria con el programa, Maribel y Gerardo exploran cómo los estudiantes identifican sus intereses pr
Inclusive Education in Action: The IB Approach with Dr. Kala Parasuram
Launching to mark World Inclusion Day, Inclusive Education in Action is a special series of IB Voices that explores inclusive education through conversations with educators, students, researchers, school leaders and advocates from around the world. In this opening episode, host Dr. Kala Parasuram, leader of Equity and Inclusive Education at the IB, speaks with Tom Smith about a fundamenta
Enhancing the MYP Beta
Claudia Elena Casalino of Amsterdam International Community School speaks with IB World Schools Manager Chloe Suberville about her school’s experience trialling the Middle Years Programme (MYP) Beta, as part of the IB’s Enhancing the MYP initiative. Drawing on her experience as an MYP coordinator and Chemistry teacher, Claudia discusses how the changes are experienced in practice, the fee
L'architecture de l'excellence de l'IB: Leçons tirées sur le terrain
Philippe Caron-Audet partage avec nous son expérience et ses réflexions en tant que diplômé du Programme du diplôme, devenu ensuite enseignant, membre d'équipes de direction et membre d'IBEN. Pour lui, l'élève est au centre de toute pédagogie, avec pour point de mire ses besoins, ce qui invite les établissements scolaires à repenser les parcours de matières proposés. La discussion évoque
The PYP in Australia: Where inquiry-based learning meets explicit teaching
IB educator Kathy Saville speaks with Rebecca McAlister-Visic, Dean of Pedagogy and PYP Coordinator at John Paul College in Queensland, about the implementation of the Primary Years Programme (PYP) in Australia and how the programme sees inquiry-based learning and explicit teaching work side by side.
Michigan IB Advocacy Day
Recorded on the eve of their rally at the Michigan State Capitol, DP Coordinator Rick Searing of Portage Northern High School speaks with DP students Omar Elghawy and Ella Fargo about IB Advocacy Day – a two-day event held in March 2026 urging higher education institutions to adopt more consistent policies for awarding postsecondary credit for IB coursework.
Le bien-être et l’inclusion
Dans cet épisode d'IB Voices (Les Voix de l'IB en français), depuis la conference de l’IB à La Haye, Sébastien Rénald, responsable d'Écoles du Monde de l'IB, s’entretient avec Meriem Hathat, coordonnatrice au groupe scolaire international Les Nouvelles Générations à Djerba en Tunisie. Ils parlent de projets axés sur le bien-être et l’inclusion qui ont inspiré et motivé les élèves de l’IB
The IB University of the People Scholarship Programme
As the application window opens for the 2026 cohort, Laura Sanchez Cobos speaks with Jenifer Ambrozini, a previous awardee of the IB University of the People (UoPeople) scholarship, about her experiences studying for a Master in Education. Applications for the IB UoPeople Scholarship are open from 4 May to 24 May 2026. Read more information on eligibility and how to apply here.
Systems Transformation
Recorded live from the IB Global Conference in The Hague, keynote speaker Dr. Mo Olateju – fellow at the Centre for Universal Education at the Brookings Institution and founder of Nigeria’s TEP Centre – speaks with Tom Smith about systems transformation in education, and the importance of broadening students' life skills.
Multilingualism
Recorded live in The Hague, Guillermo Duff, IB World Schools Manager, speaks with Camelia Constantinescu, DP and CP Curriculum Manager, on the subject of multilingualism. The pair examine the role of multilingualism in an IB education, and explore how schools can engage with the IB's evolving vision of language teaching and learning. This episode of IB Voices was originally recorded in Oc
The Theory of Knowledge Exhibition
Recorded at IB Day California, Matthew Davis, IB Coordinator at Granite Hills High School, speaks with Jared Phelps, DP Coordinator at Bonita Vista High School, about the Exhibition component of the IB's Theory of Knowledge course and how their work has brought schools and communities in California together.
Apprendre, diriger et vivre le Programme primaire de l'IB
Dans cet épisode d'IB Voices (Les Voix de l'IB en français), Rémy Lamon, Responsable confirmé du Service des écoles du monde de l'IB, accueille Anderson Vidal, Directeur de l'enseignement et de l'apprentissage et Coordinateur du Programme primaire (PP) à TFS, à Toronto (Canada). Anderson partage son parcours international, du Brésil au Canada, et son intense engagement auprès de l'IB depu
Student Voices: IB Day of Service at Centennial High School
IB Coordinator Sheila Nguyen speaks with Gurnoor and Omar, sixth-year IB students at Centennial High School in Corona, California, about the school's first IB Day of Service and optimal approaches to service learning and community outreach.
IBEC Across Borders
Dr. Cherissa Vitter, Associate Professor of IB Education at Southeastern Louisiana University in the U.S., joins Keith Yi, Adjunct Professor at Inha University in the Republic of Korea, to discuss the International Baccalaureate Educator Certificate (IBEC) programme and how it leads educator growth and development around the world.To learn more about IBEC, visit ibo.org/professional-certi
Indigenous Learning in British Columbia
As communities observe Native American Heritage Day, Jennifer Aragon, Executive Director of the BC Association of IB World Schools, speaks with Dhana Matthews, DP Coordinator at Seaquam Secondary, Delta, about the IB in British Columbia and the integration of Indigenous perspectives.
Introducing the IB Youth Advisory Council
Recorded live in The Hague, Youth Engagement Lead Katie Tracy speaks with Ecem, a member of the IB's inaugural Youth Advisory Council. Together they discuss some of the IB's most significant youth initiatives, including the HundrED Youth Ambassador Programme, IBlieve, and the new student-led council.
CP Core Enhancements
Senior curriculum manager Chantell Wyten speaks with experienced CP educator Marjorie Vautrin about how the Career-related Programme is evolving, and how it can empower more students to connect their studies with professional pathways.
Introducing and implementing the CP
Recorded live in New Orleans, IB adoption specialist Chad Lower speaks with Chris Downs of North Hagerstown High School (Maryland) about implementing the IB Career-related Programme (CP). Together, they explore how the CP benefits individual students and the opportunities it can open for their future.
AI in Assessment and K-12 Classrooms
Join Dr. Matthew Glanville, Director of Global Assessment for the International Baccalaureate, and Ryan Findley, Founder of Evergreen Education, in exploring practical uses of AI in schools across the globe. Together, they explore developmental benchmarks for K-12 learning and AI interventions to benefit educators and students in the classroom, as well as potential challenges.
Théâtre et apprentissage
Walid Mbarek partage avec nous sa passion pour le théâtre comme outil d’apprentissage. Le théâtre, en tant que pratique artistique, se révèle être un outil efficace et transformateur pour l’apprentissage des langues. Sur le plan personnel, il permet de développer la voix de l’élève et son agentivité, en lui offrant un espace pour s’exprimer avec confiance et prendre des initiatives dans s
CP educators in conversation across borders
In this episode, two educators from the U.S. and Australia share stories about adopting the Career-related Programme. Listen for insight from Tabitha Geres (CP educator at Edgewood Schools) and Glendyn Morgan (Head of Department Senior Schooling CP Coordinator at Brisbane South State Secondary College).
Compétences interculturelles
Mehdi Lazar partage avec nous l’importance qu’il attribue aux compétences interculturelles au XXIe siècle. De par sa carrière internationale et ses recherches sur cette thématique en tant qu’auteur, il développe le rôle de ses compétences si spécifiques et la façon de les apprendre, en donnant des idées d’activités à utiliser en classe. Elles permettent à chacune et chacun de mieux savoir
Conversation with Global Youth Action Fund Recipient
Laura Sánchez Cobos, Senior School Delivery Manager at the IB, talks with Megan Uyao, a student from the Philippines, about her project that won a GYAF grant.
Education à la citoyenneté mondiale
Mehdi Lazar partage avec nous sa vision de l’éducation à la citoyenneté mondiale et pourquoi il est si important de bien l’intégrer dans notre enseignement. De par sa carrière internationale et ses recherches sur cette thématique en tant qu’auteur, il nous explique les compétences que l’éducation à la citoyenneté mondiale développe chez l’apprenant et propose des astuces pour l’intégrer f
New IB pilot programme launches in Louisiana
In this episode with IB Development Manager Lindsay Cooper and IBEC and Dr. Cherissa Legendre Vitter, Associate Professor of IB Education at Southeastern Louisiana University, learn more about the new pilot programme in the U.S. that lets schools teach IB courses before going through the process to be an authorized IB school.
The Global Youth Action Fund supports student projects beyond the classroom
In this episode of IB Voices, Taylor Hart Odom, Strategy Delivery Associate Manager, and Glendaliz Garcia, Senior School Delivery Associate, discuss how the Global Youth Action Fund creates opportunities for IB students and non-IB students alike.
What does an IB diploma mean for students heading into higher education?
The IB Diploma opens doors to advanced credits and unique opportunities at universities worldwide. In this episode of IB Voices, Marie Vivas, Senior Recognition Manager, joins Paul Teulon, Head of Global Recognition, to discuss the IB's recognition status among universities in the U.S. and Canada.
Teacher Wellbeing: The Key to Student Success
What can we learn from research on how to support student and teacher wellbeing? Jennifer Merriman, IB Global Director of Research, Policy, and Design, sits down with Magdalena Balica, IB Senior Research Manager, to discuss the science behind wellbeing, what we mean by it, and how we might measure and define it. The discussion is informed by foundational new research on student and teache
The Future of Classroom Digitization
Dr. Matt Glanville, Director of Assessment, and Yoon Byun, Head of Digital Transformation, join in a conversation on the future of digitization in the classroom including benefits, limitations and challenges. Together they discuss AI technology, digital assessment strategy and increased access and accommodations for students - as we prepare for the future of education. This podcast was cr
Comment se servir de notre contexte scolaire comme astuce pour réussir la mise en œuvre et l'enseignement du Programme du diplôme de l’IB ?
Ariane Baer Harper partage avec nous l’importance de bien intégrer le contexte scolaire dans le réflexion de la mise en œuvre d’un programme de l’IB. Ayant elle-même supervisé des établissements dans leur cheminement pour être autorisés à offrir des programmes de l’IB, elle nous propose des astuces pour que cela se passe au mieux, en s’assurant que les enseignants sont inclus dans la réfl
L’apprentissage communautaire dans des espaces ouverts pour développer l’agentivité de l’apprenant
Francis Tornay partage avec nous la façon dont son établissement, au Caire en Egypte, a décidé de déplacer l’éducation également hors de la salle de classe en y créant des espaces ouverts pour l’apprentissage communautaire. Il explique les effets de ce changement sur les compétences des élèves et la manière de les évaluer.
Mieux vivre le Programme d’éducation intermédiaire
Nancy Sirois, Geneviève Dubuc et Isabelle Proulx partagent avec nous la façon dont leur établissement, au Québec, a décidé d’agir pour qu’enseignants et élèves vivent mieux le PEI, en mettant en avant la métacognition, les neurosciences et l’agentivité. Plus les élèves sont responsables de leur apprentissage et plus ils prennent plaisir à apprendre ; il en va de même pour les enseignants
Conseils pour un coordonnateur du Programme Primaire rejoignant un nouvel établissement
Ali Ezzeddine partage avec nous son expérience du Programme Primaire dans divers pays, principalement de langue arabe. Il donne des conseils pour toute coordonnatrice ou tout coordonnateur qui rejoint un nouvel établissement afin que le démarrage dans ce nouveau rôle se passe au mieux. Il souligne principalement l’importance de bien comprendre la culture propre à l’établissement.
PYP Early Years series: Episode 3 - Documenting learning
In the final episode of a series focused on the PYP support material ‘The early years in the PYP’, IB voices spoke to Anne van Dam and Kathryn O’Connell, 2 early years educators who have worked in local and global contexts, to explore some of the opportunities and tensions for educators around the subject of documenting learning.
MYP Interdisciplinary units: Insights from an educator
In this inspiring podcast, IB Voices talks to Tom Bronson, an experienced MYP educator based in Florida, on interdisciplinary learning and how it can be implemented. They also explore the changes to the Interdisciplinary unit guide and its effect.
Metacognitive skills: key insights and promising practices from research
What is metacognition, and how can it benefit student learning? In this podcast, researcher Paul Beach highlights promising practices to help IB educators and parents to support metacognitive development among their students.
Learning to bend but not break—research on supporting student resiliency
Resilience describes the process of positive adaptation in the face of adversity in life. All students face challenges of some kind, and academic resilience plays an important role in overcoming these setbacks. In this interview, researcher Ross Anderson discusses the findings of a policy paper by researchers from Inflexion, highlighting key insights from research on academic resilience a
PYP Early Years series: Episode 2 - Concept based learning
In the second of a series focused on the PYP support material ‘The early years in the PYP’, IB voices spoke to Anne van Dam and Kathryn O’Connell, 2 early years educators who have worked in local and global contexts, to explore what concept-based learning looks like in action and to discuss some of the tensions educators feel when working conceptually with young children.
PYP Early Years series: Episode 1 - Early Years in the PYP
In the first of a series focused on the PYP support material ‘The early years in the PYP’, IB voices spoke to Anne van Dam and Kathryn O’Connell, 2 early years educators who have worked in local and global contexts, to explore what excites them about the new support materials and the opportunities it offers for early years educators to reflect on their own practice.
Inclusion des nouveaux arrivants à travers les langues
Mariette Kauthen partage avec nous la façon dont le Lycée Technique du Centre au Luxembourg utilise le Programme du diplôme pour l’intégration des nouveaux arrivants dans le Grand Duché. Les spécificités linguistiques du Luxembourg ont poussé l’établissement à définir le rôle des langues dans ce processus inclusif.
Transdisciplinarité scientifique, technologique et innovante au cœur de l’éducation pour nos élèves
Marie-France Labelle partage avec nous son expérience en tant que directrice du Centre STEM à l’Ecole internationale de Genève en Suisse. Elle nous explique comment l’apprentissage transdisciplinaire permet une pratique significative, créative et innovante. STEM/STIM signifie « science, technologie, ingénierie et mathématiques ». Cet outil permet de travailler les compétences liées à la r
L’importance des compétences et de l’autoévaluation au PEI et au Programme du diplôme
Antonina Andrianova et Sylvie Henderson partagent avec nous l’importance que leurs deux établissements donnent à l’apprentissage des compétences au PEI et au Programme du diplôme. Antonina travaille à La Moscow Economic School à Moscou en Russie et Sylvie au Lycée Multilingue OMBROSA à Lyon en France. La discussion porte sur la façon dont l’enseignement des compétences a été mis en place
Developing self-learners through systematic feedback
Alison Yang, MYP coordinator, and Rhys Tyers, language and literature teacher at KIS International School discuss the formative assessment and feedback project they launched at KIS and how it allowed for students to engage directly with the feedback process and develop their own capabilities.
IB Celebrates 2000th PYP School
Director of IB World Schools, Adrian Kearney, extends a warm welcome to the latest cohort of IB authorized schools, marking the 2000th PYP school since 1997.
The impact of the PYP on student well-being
This study investigated the impact of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) on student well-being and related social-emotional outcomes. The mixed-method study involved three phases: a literature review and review of PYP documentation with regard to well-being; a retrospective comparative analysis of PYP and similar non-PYP schools; and surveys of PYP teachers
La construction du curriculum conceptuel et l’implication sur l’identité et la vision des apprenants au PEI et au PP
Taid Rahimi partage avec nous la façon dont son établissement au Togo, en Afrique de l’Ouest, a construit son curriculum conceptuel pour le PEI et le PP, ainsi que l’implication que cet enseignement a sur l’identité et la vision des apprenants. La discussion partage les idées théoriques et les exemples plus concrets mis en place dans l’établissement.
Combiner le Programme du diplôme et le Baccalauréat français
Chantal Thomas partage avec nous le cheminement que son établissement en France a mis en place pour offrir à leurs élèves un double diplôme, à savoir le diplôme de l’IB et le diplôme du Baccalauréat français. Elle évoque les défis et les réussites que son établissement a rencontrés lors de la mise en œuvre de ce double programme.
Comment mettre en pratique les approches de l’apprentissage
Frédéric Bergeron partage avec nous la façon dont son établissement au Canada met en place les approches de l’apprentissage afin de soutenir les élèves et améliorer leur apprentissage. La discussion donne des exemples concrets que chacun pourra méditer pour son propre établissement.
Astrophysicist Erin Macdonald on real science and fictional role models
This February marks the fifth annual International Day of Women and Girls in Science. We hear from astrophysicist and science advisor Erin Macdonald, who tells us about her role as a science advisor in the Star Trek franchise, the real (and fictional) role models that influenced her career and how she landed in Glasgow for her PhD. She is a Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Program
Building transferable skills through the personal and professional skills course
The personal and professional skills course (PPS) is a core component of the Career-related Programme (CP) and each school designs and develops it around five themes: personal development, intercultural understanding, effective communication, thinking processes and applied ethics. IB Voices sat down with Chris Baker-Raivo, CP coordinator and Lori Brumbaugh, personal and professional skill
IB leaders discuss working closely together to support each other in the new landscape
HostDarlene Fisher, IB Lead Educator and workshop designer, developer, and facilitator of ‘The Essentials of International Leadership’ suite of workshopsCo-hostSteve Wishart, IB World Schools Manager, AustralasiaPanel:Chris WrightDirector of Education, Woodard Schools UKJames MacDonaldDirector, The International School of BrusselsCheryl KeeganHead of NBHIS, China Angela MeikleIBWS Manager
IB leaders discuss the development of agency
HostDarlene Fisher, IB Lead Educator and workshop designer, developer and facilitator of ‘The Essentials of International Leadership’ suite of workshops Co-hostSteve Wishart, IB World Schools Manager, Australasia PanelSeetha MurtyDirector of Education, Silver Oaks International Schools I President, Heads Association of IB World Schools, India I Vice-Chairperson, CBSE Schools Association,
IB leaders discuss the importance of assessment, global context and international mindedness in the Asia-Pacific region (Part II)
HostDarlene Fisher, IB Lead Educator and workshop designer, developer, and facilitator of ‘The Essentials of International Leadership’ suite of workshops Co-hostSteve Wishart, IB World Schools Manager, Australasia Panel:Kevin HouseDirector of the Institute for Learning and Research, Dulwich College InternationalSeetha MurtyDirector of Education, Silver Oaks International Schools I Preside
IB leaders discuss the importance of assessment, global context and international mindedness in the Asia-Pacific region (Part I)
HostDarlene Fisher, IB Lead Educator and workshop designer, developer, and facilitator of ‘The Essentials of International Leadership’ suite of workshops Co-hostSteve Wishart, IB World Schools Manager, Australasia Panel:Kevin HouseDirector of the Institute for Learning and Research, Dulwich College InternationalSeetha MurtyDirector of Education, Silver Oaks International Schools I Preside
IB leaders discuss teaching for the future in the Asia-Pacific region
Host: Darlene Fisher, IB Lead Educator and workshop designer, developer and facilitator of ‘The Essentials of International Leadership’ suite of workshopsCo-host: Steve Wishart, IB World Schools Manager, AustralasiaPanel: Frank Braccia, Head of school, Gold Crest InternationalNicholas Alchin, Deputy Head of Campus, United World College of Southeast AsiaJames MacDonald, Director, The Inter
Creating authentic language development experiences
Language development, which is one of the four components of the Career-related Progamme (CP) core, can be nurtured using diverse approaches. How can educators embrace this flexibility and support students to expand their own horizons? In the third episode of a series focused entirely on the CP, IB Voices sat down with Chad Lower, CP coordinator at North Kansas City High School (and membe
Guiding students through the reflective project
Understanding the Career-related Programme (CP) reflective project criteria is beneficial for supervisors because they can provide concrete advice and lead students through this exciting journey. IB Voices recently sat down with Wilma Shen, CP coordinator at Renaissance College in Hong Kong, who shared her schools’ strategies for the reflective project, supervisor training, and marking st
IB leaders discuss building a positive community culture that cares
Host: Darlene Fisher, IB Lead Educator and workshop designer, developer and facilitator of ‘The Essentials of International Leadership’ suite of workshops Co-host: Steve Wishart, IB World Schools Manager, Australasia Panel:Frank Braccia, Head of school, Gold Crest InternationalChris Wright, Director of Education, Woodard Schools UKCheryl Keegan, Head of NBHIS, China Angela Meikle, IBWS Ma
IB leaders discuss the impact of current issues on schools and markets
Host: Darlene Fisher, IB Lead Educator and workshop designer, developer and facilitator of ‘The Essentials of International Leadership’ suite of workshops Co-host: Steve Wishart, IB World Schools Manager, Australasia Panel:Chris Wright, Director of Education, Woodard Schools UKMalcolm McKenzie, Head of School, Key Stone Academy, China David Fitzgerald, Senior Vice President, Education fo
Navigating the CP reflective project
The reflective project is one of the four core components of the IB Career-related Programme (CP). It is an in-depth exploration of an ethical dilemma related to students’ career interests. Produced over an extended period of time, it’s designed to draw together key elements of the students’ CP experience, including their career-related study, Diploma Programme courses, and the other comp
IB leaders discuss changes to the recruitment and preparation of teachers due to evolving times
Host: Darlene Fisher, IB Lead Educator and workshop designer, developer and facilitator of ‘The Essentials of International Leadership’ suite of workshops Co-host: Steve Wishart, IB World Schools Manager, Australasia Panel:Kevin House, Director of the Institute for Learning and Research, Dulwich College International Cheryl Keegan, Head of NBHIS, China Malcolm McKenzie, Head of School, Ke
IB leaders discuss the impact of remote learning on future student learning in the Asia-Pacific region
Host: Darlene Fisher, IB Lead Educator and workshop designer, developer and facilitator of ‘The Essentials of International Leadership’ suite of workshops Co-host: Steve Wishart, IB World Schools Manager, Australasia Panel:Chris Wright, Director of Education, Woodard Schools UKJames MacDonald, Director, International School of BrusselsNicholas Alchin, Deputy Head of Campus, United World C
IB leaders discuss the pros and cons of remote learning in the Asia-Pacific region (Part I)
HostDarlene Fisher: IB Lead Educator and workshop designer, developer and facilitator of "The Essentials of International Leadership" suite of workshops Co-hostSteve Wishart: IB World Schools Manager, Australasia Panel:Kevin House: Director of the Institute for Learning and Research, Dulwich College International Nicholas Alchin: Deputy Head of Campus, United World College of Southeast As
IB leaders discuss the pros and cons of remote learning in the Asia-Pacific region (Part II)
HostDarlene Fisher: IB Lead Educator and workshop designer, developer and facilitator of "The Essentials of International Leadership" suite of workshops Co-hostSteve Wishart: IB World Schools Manager, Australasia Panel:Kevin House: Director of the Institute for Learning and Research, Dulwich College International Nicholas Alchin: Deputy Head of Campus, United World College of Southeast As
The IDEA Lab at Stratford Hall
In this episode of IB Voices, two incredible teachers from Stratford Hall School in Vancouver, Canada, Andrea Ryan and Meg Penafiel, talk about their school’s IDEA Lab (which stands for Innovation Design, Engineering and Arts) and how it seamlessly fits into their school’s IB framework - particularly in their implementation of the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP).
How IB networks and associations support IB educators in Asia-Pacific with staying connected (Part 3)
Host: Steve Wishart, IB World Schools Manager, Australasia Panel:David Burton, Principal Consultant, Independent Schools VictoriaMelanie Brown, Chairperson, DP Coordinator Network for Southeast Asia I DP Coordinator, Nexus International School, Singapore Rebecca Hammond, Executive Assistant, IB Schools Australasia
How IB networks and associations support IB educators in Asia-Pacific with staying connected (Part 2)
Host: Steve Wishart, IB World Schools Manager, Australasia Panel:David Boardman: Principal Senior School, Kristin School in Auckland, New Zealand | IB Heads Council member | Secretary of IB Schools Australasia and Chairperson of the New Zealand IB Heads CaucusSharron Bailey: Assistant Principal/ PYP Coordinator, Auburn South Primary | Victorian & Tasmanian PYP Network Chairperson
Health and well-being in the PYP with Anthony de Giorgio
Today we’ll be exploring health and well-being with educator Anthony de Giorgio. Anthony has a wealth of experience in the field of physical and health education from the PYP all the way through to the diploma programme. He’s also a member of the IB educator network, a workshop leader and is currently studying for a Masters in Professional Kinesiology in Toronto. We recorded our conversat
Art, agency and activism
Today’s guest is Mark Shillitoe, a PYP teacher at the International School of Delft in the Netherlands. He’s held various roles in PYP schools across Europe including that of PYP coordinator, and digital learning coach, but now he’s back in the classroom alongside pursuing a Masters in Art Education. Mark is a thoughtful, reflective and provocative practitioner who isn’t afraid to break
Language learning in the IB
In this episode of IB Voices, we’ll be exploring the world of language learning with educator Lorna Caputo. Lorna is based in Switzerland and the International School of Zug and Luzern where she holds the position of coordinator for first language and English as an additional language across the IB continuum. A self-confessed lover of languages she’s currently trilingual speaking English,
How IB networks and associations support IB educators in Asia-Pacific with staying connected (Part 1)
Host: Steve Wishart, IB World Schools Manager, AustralasiaPanel:Tania Mansfield: IB PYP Coordinator, International School, Ho Chi Minh City I PYP network in South East AsiaKaren Abraham: Deputy Principal, Cleveland District State High School Paul Weinert: Principal, Concordia College I Chairperson of IB Principals Association South AustraliaMonita Sen: PYP Authorisation Manager, IB
Agency in the PYP with Heidi Bachman
At a PYP workshop with educators from Europe and the Middle East in 2019, lower school principal at the International School of Ulm in South Germany, Heidi Bachman was learning all about agency in the PYP. Although somewhat new to the school, Heidi is not new to the concept of agency, having started her career in early childhood progressive education in the United States. As a keen advoca
The Big Understanding: Concept-based inquiry in the PYP
Learn more here: https://www.ibo.org/news/podcasts/the-big-understanding-melanie-smith/
Becoming an IB World School in the Asia-Pacific region
Host: Steve Wishart, IB World Schools Manager, Australasia Panel:Monita Sen : IB Authorization Manager, Primary Years ProgrammeMargeaux Tydings: IB Authorization Associate Manager, Middle Years ProgrammeAvalokita (Avi) Nanda: IB Authorization Manager, Diploma Programme and Career-related Programme
The transition from MYP to CP with Jason Reagin
While the IB Diploma and Career-related Programme go hand-in-hand since they are designed for students of the same age group, some schools – or rather, one school in particular – is connecting the dots between the Career-related Programme and the Middle Years Programme in some really cool ways. Building a transition plan between the two programmes is Jason Reagin, the CP coordinator at Ch
Supporting student well-being starting at home in the Asia-Pacific region
Host: Steve Wishart, IB World Schools Manager, Australasia Panel:Dr Priyanka Malhortra: Counselling Psychologist I Family Counsellor Dr Angela Donohue : Psychologist I Family Counsellor
Physical well-being during COVID-19 with Dr Adam Carey
When normal, physical routines are disrupted through unexpected events, students often find it hard to stay motivated and develop new routines. Of course, some of us are more conscious of this now, due to the global COVID-19 pandemic. To speak to this, IB Voices met with Dr Adam Carey, a doctor, nutritionist and leading commentator on all areas of sports nutrition and human performance. I
Crisis and collaboration in the Asia-Pacific region (Part I)
Host:Steve Wishart: IB World Schools Manager, Australasia Panel: Kathy Saville: Programme Coordinator, Wesley College, AustraliaMelanie Woodland: Assistant Principal, Kunyung Primary School, AustraliaMelissa Fitzgerald: MYP Coordinator, Oakleigh Grammar, Australia
Crisis and collaboration in the Asia-Pacific region (Part II)
Host:Steve Wishart: IB World Schools Manager, Australasia Panel:Kathy Saville: Programme Coordinator, Wesley College, AustraliaMelanie Woodland: Assistant Principal, Kunyung Primary School, AustraliaMelissa Fitzgerald: MYP Coordinator, Oakleigh Grammar, Australia
Inside the IB Career-related Programme with Chantell Wyten
The IB’s youngest, but arguably most innovative and future-ready offering is the Career-related Programme, or CP. The CP is an educational framework that incorporates the values and mission of the IB, the rigor of the Diploma Programme and career-related education that prepares students for further education, apprenticeships, and even employment. To talk about the history of the CP, its
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