IB APPLICATION - 2009-2010

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University Recognition
Most colleges and universities recognize the rigor and demands of the IB Diploma  Program.  At some universities (including the Florida University System), up to one year’s credit is given for the successful completion of the IB Program.  IBO has posted this information on the World Wide Web.  Access it by pointing your browser to http://www.ibo.org. Click on Diploma Program. Choose University Details

A Comparison of the AP and the IB Program
Advanced Placement        International Baccalaureate
National standard of               International standard of excellence                                excellence                                        
College level courses               Comprehensive curriculum of college level work

                    
Encourages academically          Encourages academically talented
talented students                     and highly motivated students
                                                                                       
Courses and Exams
Student generally take             Six exams in six areas are required
AP exams only in areas            for the IB diploma
of personal strength

Students do not have              Students must be enrolled in  an
to be enrolled in an                authorized school
authorized school

Exams are graded                   Scores include teacher assessments
externally through a               as well as external assessments
testing service in                    constructed and graded by edu-
the U.S.                                 cators throughout the world

Scope
Exams based on                      Exams based on broad general
specific content                     course understanding of concepts                                             and fundamental themes

Emphasis on multiple              Exam questions emphasize essay
choice                                    writing

Oral exams in foreign           Oral assessments in language
languages                            A and B.  Portfolios are
                                          assessed in many areas
               
Policies are determined         Policies are determined by
by national educators          international educators

 

 

 


 

Contact Info:
Mr. Cavanaugh
239-694-4141 ext 210

 

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