What do all of these acronyms mean?!?
Each has a meaning behind it as do most of the ones we see all around us on a daily basis. So, I decided that we should have a 'dictionary' of sorts to help everyone understand what we are referring to with regards to our programs.
As we go on, I'll provide some information about each and try to connect it to a more familiar term or process to aid in understanding what we do.
The IB(or IBO) is the International Baccalaureate Organization. It's the governing body that sets forth the ideals that we have determined most closely align with our philosophy at TMSE. In short, it's the organization that made up all the acronyms:).
The PYP(Primary Years Programme) is the specific program created by the IB for ages 3-12.
The POI(Programme of Inquiry) is the 'big picture' of what each grade level is teaching throughout the school year.
The UOI(Unit of Inquiry) is the specific plan for each grade level which includes the the central idea, the lines of inquiry and the concepts and skills students will be learning and demonstrating while involved. This includes the activities that will take place throughout the Unit of Inquiry.
The TT(Transdisciplinary Theme) is the guiding principle for the inquiry into each of 6 themes: Who We Are, Where We Are In Place And Time, How We Express Ourselves, How The World Works, How We Organize Ourselves, and Sharing The Planet. Each lasts approximately 6 weeks.
The LP(Learner Profile) is a list of attributes or characteristics we seek to develop in all learners.
The CAR(Choose Act Reflect) is a reference to the Action Cycle. This acronym is not IB, but the Action Cycle is. The action cycle is a methodological approach to decision making.
The PSPE(Personal Social Physical Education) is a scope and sequence of child development as it relates to the development of the learner as an individual, a member of larger group, and as an active human.
It should be noted that these 'definitions' are not official. They are mine to help me keep the acronyms straight. I hope they make some sense for you as well. If you have questions, you can email me or you can set an appointment and come meet with me. For the official breakdown on all things IB, check out the section for parents on the web at the IBO.org.
Each has a meaning behind it as do most of the ones we see all around us on a daily basis. So, I decided that we should have a 'dictionary' of sorts to help everyone understand what we are referring to with regards to our programs.
As we go on, I'll provide some information about each and try to connect it to a more familiar term or process to aid in understanding what we do.
The IB(or IBO) is the International Baccalaureate Organization. It's the governing body that sets forth the ideals that we have determined most closely align with our philosophy at TMSE. In short, it's the organization that made up all the acronyms:).
The PYP(Primary Years Programme) is the specific program created by the IB for ages 3-12.
The POI(Programme of Inquiry) is the 'big picture' of what each grade level is teaching throughout the school year.
The UOI(Unit of Inquiry) is the specific plan for each grade level which includes the the central idea, the lines of inquiry and the concepts and skills students will be learning and demonstrating while involved. This includes the activities that will take place throughout the Unit of Inquiry.
The TT(Transdisciplinary Theme) is the guiding principle for the inquiry into each of 6 themes: Who We Are, Where We Are In Place And Time, How We Express Ourselves, How The World Works, How We Organize Ourselves, and Sharing The Planet. Each lasts approximately 6 weeks.
The LP(Learner Profile) is a list of attributes or characteristics we seek to develop in all learners.
The CAR(Choose Act Reflect) is a reference to the Action Cycle. This acronym is not IB, but the Action Cycle is. The action cycle is a methodological approach to decision making.
The PSPE(Personal Social Physical Education) is a scope and sequence of child development as it relates to the development of the learner as an individual, a member of larger group, and as an active human.
It should be noted that these 'definitions' are not official. They are mine to help me keep the acronyms straight. I hope they make some sense for you as well. If you have questions, you can email me or you can set an appointment and come meet with me. For the official breakdown on all things IB, check out the section for parents on the web at the IBO.org.