IB DP Core: CAS Stages 3

Question 1

A student realizes mid-project that her original plan is not working and revises her approach. Which CAS stage does this revision primarily reflect?

Accepted Answer

Acting

Answer

The Acting stage is dynamic and may involve revising plans in response to real-world challenges encountered during implementation.

Question 2

How do the five stages of CAS typically function in a real project?

Accepted Answer

They are cyclical and may overlap, with students moving between stages as needed

Answer

The five CAS stages are cyclical and iterative, meaning students often move back and forth between stages rather than following a rigid linear sequence.

Question 3

Which CAS stage is most closely associated with completing a CAS interview with the coordinator?

Accepted Answer

Demonstrating

Answer

The Demonstrating stage often includes presenting evidence of learning to the CAS coordinator, which may involve a formal or informal interview.

Question 4

A student writes a journal entry asking herself: 'Did I meet my goals? What surprised me? How did I grow?' Which CAS stage is this?

Accepted Answer

Reflecting

Answer

Reflecting involves looking back at CAS experiences to evaluate progress, identify learning, and consider how goals were or were not met.

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of the Preparing stage in CAS?

Accepted Answer

To identify risks, set objectives, and plan how to achieve CAS goals

Answer

The Preparing stage is about translating the findings from Investigating into a concrete action plan with clear objectives and risk management strategies.

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IB DP Core: CAS Stages 3