G11-G12 Program of Studies 2017-2018IB Economics SL and HLCredit: 2.0Course length: 2 yearsPrerequisites: “The economics course requires no specific prior learning. No particular background in terms ofspecific subjects studied for national or international qualifications is expected or required. The specific skills ofthe economics course are developed within the context of the course itself. The ability to understand andexplain abstract concepts and the ability to write in a logically structured manner are distinct advantages ineconomics.” – IBO subject guideLifted from the subject guide:The IB Diploma Programme economics course emphasizes the economic theories ofmicroeconomics, which deal with economic variables affecting individuals, firms and markets,and the economic theories of macroeconomics, which deal with economic variables affectingcountries, governments and societies. These economic theories are not to be studied in avacuum—rather; they are to be applied to real-world issues. Prominent among these issuesare fluctuations in economic activity, international trade, economic development andenvironmental sustainability.The economics course encourages students to develop international perspectives, fosters aconcern for global issues, and raises students’ awareness of their own responsibilities at alocal, national and international level. The course also seeks to develop values and attitudesthat will enable students to achieve a degree of personal commitment in trying to resolve theseissues, appreciating our shared responsibility as citizens of an increasingly interdependentworld.Distinction between SL and HLSL and HL students of economics are presented with a common syllabus, with an HLextension in some topics. The syllabus for both SL and HL students requires the developmentof certain skills and techniques, attributes and knowledge—as described in the assessmentobjectives of the programme.While the skills and activity of studying economics are common to both SL and HL students,the HL student is required to acquire a further body of knowledge—including the ability toanalyse, synthesize and evaluate that knowledge—and to develop quantitative skills in order toexplain and analyse economic relationships. These quantitative skills are specifically assessedat HL in paper 3.IB History SL and HLCredit: 2.0Course length: 2 yearsPrerequisites: Students need not have studied history prior to starting the DP history course. In particular, it isneither expected nor required that specific subjects have been studied for national or international qualificationsin preparation for this course. The specific skills and knowledge required are developed throughout the courseitself. – IB Subject guide 51
G11-G12 Program of Studies 2017-2018The IB Diploma Programme (DP) history course is a world history course based on acomparative and multi-perspective approach to history. It involves the study of a variety oftypes of history, including political, economic, social and cultural, and provides a balance ofstructure and flexibility. The course emphasizes the importance of encouraging students tothink historically and to develop historical skills as well as gaining factual knowledge. It puts apremium on developing the skills of critical thinking, and on developing an understanding ofmultiple interpretations of history. In this way, the course involves a challenging anddemanding critical exploration of the past.Distinction between SL and HLStudents at standard level (SL) and higher level (HL) are presented with a syllabus that has acommon core consisting of prescribed subjects and topics in world history. In addition,students at HL are also required to undertake an in-depth study of three sections from one ofthe HL regional options. While many of the skills of studying history are common to both SLand HL, the difference in recommended teaching hours at SL and HL signals a cleardistinction between the demands made on students, with the greater depth of study requiredfor HL.IB Information technology in a global society (ITGS) - SLCredit: 2.0Course length: 2 yearsPrerequisites: No particular background in terms of specific subjects studied for national or internationalqualifications is expected or required, and no prior knowledge of ITGS is necessary for students to undertake thiscourse. However, a familiarity with IT terminology, concepts and tools would be an advantage, as would becompleting the humanities and technology courses in the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP).Lifted from the subject guide:The IB Diploma Programme information technology in a global society (ITGS) course is thestudy and evaluation of the impacts of information technology (IT) on individuals and society.It explores the advantages and disadvantages of the access and use of digitized information atthe local and global level. ITGS provides a framework for the student to make informedjudgments and decisions about the use of IT within social contexts.IB Business Management (online) - SLCredit: 2.0Course length: 2 yearsPrerequisites: NoneLifted from the subject guide:The Diploma Programme business management course is designed to develop students’knowledge and understanding of business management theories, as well as their ability toapply a range of tools and techniques. Students learn to analyse, discuss and evaluate businessactivities at local, national and international levels. The course covers a range of organizations 52
G11-G12 Program of Studies 2017-2018from all sectors, as well as the socio-cultural and economic contexts in which thoseorganizations operate.IB Psychology (classroom and online) - SLCredit: 2.0Course length: 2 yearsPrerequisites: No prior study of psychology is expected. No particular background in terms of specific subjectsstudied for national or international qualifications is expected or required of students. The skills needed for thepsychology course are developed during the course itself.Lifted from the subject guide:IB psychology examines the interaction of biological, cognitive and sociocultural influences onhuman behavior, thereby adopting an integrative approach. Understanding how psychologicalknowledge is generated, developed and applied enables students to achieve a greaterunderstanding of themselves and appreciate the diversity of human behavior. The ethicalconcerns raised by the methodology and application of psychological research are keyconsiderations in IB psychology. 53
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