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Released: 3-Sep-2014 8:50 AM EDT
Students Enrolled in IB Early Education Receive Strong Academic Foundation That Supports School ‘Readiness’
International Baccalaureate

As increasing evidence continues to make the case for high-quality early education, the International Baccalaureate (IB) has focused its most recent research efforts toward investigating the processes and outcomes of pre-school students enrolled in its Primary Years Programme (PYP), available in schools worldwide for children aged 3–6 years old. A new study examined four early years programmes to provide both qualitative data and quantitative data from literacy and developmental assessments and classroom interview and observation.

Released: 13-Aug-2014 8:45 AM EDT
New Research Finds IB Middle Years Students to be Self-Aware, Resilient, and Engaged in School
International Baccalaureate

Findings from exploratory study suggest IB Middle Years Programme has a positive impact on students’ social-emotional well-being.

Released: 30-Jul-2014 8:50 AM EDT
New Studies Explore IB Students’ Preparedness for Success in the 21st Century
International Baccalaureate

These research findings, a compiled summary of studies over the last months of 2013 and 2014, demonstrate how the International Baccalaureate (IB) helps prepare students for success by creating college- and career-ready global citizens.

 
9-Jul-2014 8:45 AM EDT
Educator David Conley and EPIC Research Team Find IB Diploma Programme Students Better Prepared for University
International Baccalaureate

New research conducted with IB alumni and graduates of other secondary programs attending the Honors College at University of Oregon demonstrate how their levels of college preparation varied and effected their performance at university.

25-Jun-2014 8:45 AM EDT
IB Pedagogy Ignites Student Interest in Participatory Citizenship
International Baccalaureate

A new study of high school seniors in four California public schools reveals that students enrolled in the International Baccalaureate demonstrate greater civic knowledge and skills than their non-IB peers attending the same schools.

12-Jun-2014 9:00 AM EDT
Study of Critical Thinking Reveals Positive Outcomes for International Baccalaureate (IB) Students
International Baccalaureate

IB students in Australia provide data in a study that shows that IB students are more confident in their ability to use critical thinking skills than their non-IB peers, and that IB students envision their future educational success more positively

Released: 20-Mar-2014 1:15 PM EDT
IB Primary Students in Australia Demonstrate Science Literacy Above and Beyond National Achievement Scores
International Baccalaureate

New findings show that IB primary students studied in Australia demonstrate greater science literacy in year/grade 6 compared to a nationwide sample of students whose performance in science was measured by Australia's national assessment program .

Released: 7-Mar-2014 8:00 AM EST
IB Graduate Takes Home Oscar for Performance as Best Supporting Actress
International Baccalaureate

Oscar winner's breakout performance sprang from the foundation of an IB education.

Released: 3-Feb-2014 1:00 PM EST
Most of China’s IB Graduates Attend One of the World’s Top 500 Universities
International Baccalaureate

New research from the University of Hong Kong shows that IB students educated in China attend the world's top ranked universities, with most of them attending top universities in North America.

Released: 20-Nov-2013 12:30 PM EST
Research Shows IB Extended Essay Improves Student Approach to Learning in Higher Education
International Baccalaureate

A research project to explore the impact of the Diploma Programme (DP) extended essay (EE) on student success at university has shown positive results in how it prepares IB graduates for onward learning.

Released: 5-Nov-2013 12:00 PM EST
Creativity, Action, Service (CAS) in the IB Diploma Programme
International Baccalaureate

In order to examine the extent to which participation in CAS helps IB Diploma Programme students develop civic-mindedness, the IB commissioned RMC Research to measure the impact of CAS on how students identify as a citizen of his/her community and the globe, how they express their civic responsibility, and how individual students perceive their own civic and charitable activities.

Released: 4-Oct-2013 10:25 AM EDT
International Baccalaureate Chooses New Director General “Passionate About International Education”
International Baccalaureate

45-year-old esteemed education foundation that provides access to high quality international education to more than 1.1 million students globally announces selection of its new Director General.

Released: 12-Aug-2013 12:00 PM EDT
Secondary Students Gather at HKU for IB World Student Conference
International Baccalaureate

IB students exemplify global team-building at the final 2013 IB World Student conference, where they ignite their creativity and passion and focus on 'i-responsibility'-- responsible online engagement.

Released: 22-Jul-2013 3:10 PM EDT
Secondary Students Gather at UBC for IB Student Conference That Provides Post School-Term Enrichment, Focus on CAS
International Baccalaureate

University of British Columbia hosts IB World Student Conference focusing on ECOnomics: Creating a Sustainable Future.

Released: 18-Jul-2013 2:00 PM EDT
IB Middle Years Programme Develops Students and Teachers Eager to Learn and Take on New Challenges
International Baccalaureate

On the opening day of its annual conference for educators, the IB released new research that provides deeper understanding of how students in the Middle Years Programme are influenced to become lifelong learners and active global citizens through participation in the MYP.

Released: 18-Jul-2013 10:30 AM EDT
Ecuador’s Schools, Teachers, and Students Benefit From in-Country Expansion of the IB Diploma Programme
International Baccalaureate

From its annual conference in New Orleans, the IB announced new findings that focus on the implementation of the Diploma Programme (DP) in state schools in Ecuador. The research team learned that the DP demonstrated its value as a key to improving the rigour and quality of education country-wide.

Released: 25-Jun-2013 1:00 PM EDT
Research Shows that the IB Diploma Prepares Students in Mexico for University Success
International Baccalaureate

A new research study focusing on students in Mexico shows a strong correlation between enrollment in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and subsequent college preparedness and success.

Released: 21-Mar-2013 9:00 AM EDT
Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda Finds IB Education to Be a Good Fit for India’s Youngest Students
International Baccalaureate

Research conducted by a highly regarded university in India has found that the IB's Primary Years Programme provides pupils in India with a strong start in their educational careers.

Released: 19-Mar-2013 9:00 AM EDT
New Study Explores What It Means to Be an IB Teacher
International Baccalaureate

Researchers at the International Baccalaureate (IB) set out to learn what ingredients go into making an IB teacher an IB teacher -- to better understand the perspectives and attributes of this effective, dedicated corps of educators and to improve current understanding of teaching in IB programmes, compared to more general beliefs about effective teaching.

Released: 12-Mar-2013 9:00 AM EDT
International Baccalaureate Introduces New Online Journal of Teaching Practice
International Baccalaureate

45-yr-old foundation launches journal to support teachers’ professional development in international education.

21-Feb-2013 9:00 AM EST
Students Enrolled in International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme Stand Out From the Crowd Says NFER Study
International Baccalaureate

New findings demonstrate a clear distinction between MYP students and those who are not enrolled in the MYP, particularly in civic and cultural contexts, and in future expectations of civic participation.

30-Jan-2013 9:00 AM EST
IB Extended Essay Supports Success at U Va.
International Baccalaureate

A new research study explores the benefits of the International Baccalaureate’s (IB) extended essay for IB alumni who undertake undergraduate studies at the University of Virginia.

Released: 24-Jan-2013 4:20 PM EST
International Baccalaureate Poised for Greater Success in 2013
International Baccalaureate

IB demonstrates healthy growth and exhibits leadership in international education. The numbers in this release tell the story.

Released: 6-Dec-2012 1:30 PM EST
Join the IB & US Leaders Dec. 10 for Live Webstream on How to Improve US Academic Programs
International Baccalaureate

Recent reports rank America as the 17th in the world on education, with Finland and South Korea topping the list. What accounts for the drop in ranking and how can the U.S. return to being a leader? On December 10, Washington Post Live, sponsored by the International Baccalaureate (IB), will bring together leading education experts and policy-makers to discuss how U.S. education can compete with the best international programs. The discussion will focus on how to best prepare students to compete in the global workforce, engage in society, and become lifelong learners.

Released: 28-Nov-2012 10:00 AM EST
IB Graduates Exhibit Signs of a More Successful University Experience Reports Australian Council for Education Research
International Baccalaureate

New study shows that IB graduates attending university in Australia adapt and perform well compared to their non-IB peers.

Released: 14-Nov-2012 12:20 PM EST
Registration Opens for Four IB World Student Conferences
International Baccalaureate

IB students have a choice of four conference themes, at four top-tier universities on three continents. November 14, 2012 is the first day motivated students who plan to study in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme and the IB Career-related Certificate (IBCC) in school year 2013-14 may register for one of them.

Released: 14-Nov-2012 6:00 AM EST
International Baccalaureate Initiates a Week of Educational Leadership Events
International Baccalaureate

Today, the International Baccalaureate (IB) announces a series of educational events that highlight its role as a leader in international education.

Released: 1-Nov-2012 8:30 AM EDT
Professional Development Opportunities From the IB Support Teachers in Becoming Globally Minded Leaders in Education
International Baccalaureate

The International Baccalaureate (IB) has released its 2012-13 catalogue of professional development opportunities for IB educators, and in some cases, also for educators who work outside the IB teaching and learning environment.

Released: 18-Oct-2012 12:00 PM EDT
International Baccalaureate (IB) Applauds U.S. Efforts to Improve Education
International Baccalaureate

The IB, a leading education provider worldwide, voices its support for the Common Core States Standards initiative

Released: 4-Oct-2012 8:00 AM EDT
Leading Organizations in International Education Announce Agreement to Synchronize School Evaluations
International Baccalaureate

The International Baccalaureate (IB) and the Council of International Schools (CIS) today announced a joint understanding that enables the two to streamline onsite school visits worldwide.

Released: 12-Sep-2012 11:00 AM EDT
World Savvy: Students Desire Global Education but Lack Essential Skills
International Baccalaureate

A recent study of 18-24 year old American high school graduates commissioned by education nonprofit World Savvy (www.worldsavvy.org) shows a desire among young people to learn more about global topics. A conspicuous lack of instruction in this area within most American schools reveals a general failure to satisfy these needs.

Released: 20-Jul-2012 5:15 PM EDT
L’université de Colombie-Britannique accueillera la conférence mondiale des élèves de l’IB
International Baccalaureate

Plus de 300 adolescents inscrits au Programme du diplôme du Baccalauréat International (IB) provenant du monde entier se réuniront sur le campus de l’université de Colombie-Britannique (UBC) afin de réfléchir à l’évolution de la sensibilisation envers l’environnement. RELEASE ALSO AVAILABLE IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH, CONTACT IB STAFF FOR MORE INFO

Released: 27-Jun-2012 10:00 AM EDT
IE University to Host First-Ever IB World Student Conference
International Baccalaureate

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme students--more than 500 in all--take a deep dive into social entrepreneurship on university campuses in Segovia, Spain, and Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. They focus on Culture, Ecology, Social Justice, and Sports.

Released: 24-May-2012 12:20 PM EDT
International Baccalaureate (IB) Leadership Certificates Are Piloted at Five Universities Worldwide
International Baccalaureate

The International Baccalaureate (IB) introduces leadership training for student teachers based on its unique learner-focused pedagogy.

Released: 24-May-2012 12:15 PM EDT
IB Primary- and Middle-Years Students Perform Better on International Assessments Than Their Peers at Non-IB Schools
International Baccalaureate

Students enrolled in International Baccalaureate (IB) education programs out-perform their non-IB peers in academic areas and also indicate high social and emotional well-being.


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