IBEC Curriculum Planning & Instruction 3

Question 1

In the PYP, the 'transdisciplinary themes' serve what primary purpose in curriculum planning?

Accepted Answer

Providing shared contexts that connect learning across disciplines

Answer

PYP transdisciplinary themes (e.g., 'Who We Are,' 'Sharing the Planet') provide shared contexts that bridge learning across subject areas through integrated units of inquiry.

Question 2

A teacher notices that her planned unit has students engaging with the same cognitive level throughout. Which planning adjustment would BEST address this issue?

Accepted Answer

Incorporate a progression from lower-order to higher-order thinking tasks using Bloom's Taxonomy

Answer

Bloom's Taxonomy provides a framework for scaffolding tasks from remembering and understanding toward analyzing, evaluating, and creating.

Question 3

When planning an IB unit, 'horizontal alignment' refers to:

Accepted Answer

Ensuring consistency of learning expectations across parallel classes or subjects at the same level

Answer

Horizontal alignment ensures that students in parallel classes or related subjects at the same level receive consistent learning experiences and expectations.

Question 4

Which element of the MYP unit planner directly connects the unit to real-world relevance?

Accepted Answer

The global context

Answer

The MYP global context (e.g., Identities & Relationships, Globalization & Sustainability) anchors the unit in real-world relevance and purpose.

Question 5

An IB teacher integrates 'service as action' into a curriculum unit. This PRIMARILY supports which IB goal?

Accepted Answer

Connecting academic learning with ethical responsibility and real-world action

Answer

Service as action connects academic learning to ethical responsibility, encouraging students to apply their knowledge to benefit their communities.

(IBEC) International Baccalaureate Certified Teacher Practice Test

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IBEC Curriculum Planning & Instruction 3