Upcoming InThinking upskilling events
There have been many requests for additional InThinking upskilling training - thank you for your expressions of interest and request.
Please note that we have four events scheduled for the new Business Management syllabus (all covering the same content as a C3 SSS workshop and ensuring that you are prepared to deliver the new course).
There are also upskilling events for the current HL IA and SL IA.
Please click on the relevant banner heading below to see the details.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact [email protected] or [email protected]
Best wishes
Paul
Keys to Success: Paper 1 in DP Business Management (Event 1)
10 March 2022
13:00 CET
Help your students to prepare for the May 2022 pre-released Paper 1 case study, with top tips for exam performance. We will spend time discussing best practice and effective activities to engage students with the Paper 1 case study. We will spend time on looking at effective writing frameworks to support students with the extended response questions in Section B. There will also be plenty of opportunities to address your individual questions.
Session 1
Understanding the pre-release case study - overview of the Paper 1 exam requirements.
Activities to help students engage with the case study. Discussion of possible/likely examination questions.
Session 2
Writing frameworks for developing evaluation skills.
Using and setting exam practice questions and mock exams to develop effective and practical strategies for supporting students (exam skills).
Marking exercise. Q&A session.
The maximum number of participants per seminar is 25 and an In Thinking certificate of participation will be awarded at the end of the seminar.
Two 90-minute sessions; 1:00 – 4:15 PM CET, via Zoom 10th March.
Registration details are here.
Keys to Success: Paper 1 in DP Business Management (Event 2)
15 March 2022
13:00 CET
Facilitator: Paul Hoang
Length: 3 hours over 1 day
Help your students to prepare for the May 2022 pre-released Paper 1 case study, with top tips for exam performance. We will spend time discussing best practice and effective activities to engage students with the Paper 1 case study. We will spend time on looking at effective writing frameworks to support students with the extended response questions in Section B. There will also be plenty of opportunities to address your individual questions.
Session 1 Understanding the pre-release case study - overview of the Paper 1 exam requirements. Activities to help students engage with the case study. Discussion of possible/likely examination questions.
Session 2 Writing frameworks for developing evaluation skills. Using and setting exam practice questions and mock exams to develop effective and practical strategies for supporting students (exam skills). Marking exercise. Q&A session.
The maximum number of participants per seminar is 25 and an In Thinking certificate of participation will be awarded at the end of the seminar.
Two 90-minute sessions; 1:00 – 4:15 PM CET, via Zoom 15th March.
Registration details are here.
Keys to Success: DP Business Management HL IA (for final exams in Nov 2023)
16 March 2022
13:00 CET
Facilitator: Paul Hoang
Length: 3 hours over 1 day
The IB has changed the weighting of the HL Internal Assessment from 25% to 35% for the May 2021 to November 2022 exams. This Think-In will focus on all important aspects of supporting students throughout the IA process to ensure student success. The Think-In is suitable for all Business Management teachers in IB World Schools, irrespective of the level of experience.
Session 1
What makes a good HL IA title?
The importance of primary research in the HL IA.
Understanding the HL assessment criteria.
Common mistakes to avoid.
Session 2
Effective strategies to support students in the IA process.
Academic integrity.
Marking exercise Top tips for improving student achievement.
There will also be plenty of opportunities to address the individual questions of workshop participants.
The maximum number of participants per seminar is 25 and a certificate of participation will be awarded at the end of the seminar.
Two 90-minute sessions; 1:00 – 4:15 PM CET (Madrid time), via Zoom 16th March.
Registration details are here.
Keys to Success: DP Business Management SL IA (for final exams in Nov 2023)
17 March 2022
13:00 CET
Facilitator: Paul Hoang
Length: 3 hours over 1 day
The IB has changed the weighting of the SL Internal Assessment from 25% to 35% for the May 2021 to November 2022 exams. This Think-In will focus on all important aspects of supporting students throughout the IA process to ensure student success. The Think-In is suitable for all Business Management teachers in IB World Schools, irrespective of the level of experience.
Session 1
What makes a good SL IA title?
The importance of the supporting documents in the SL IA.
Understanding the SL assessment criteria.
Common mistakes to avoid.
Session 2
Effective strategies to support students in the IA process. Academic integrity.
Marking exercise (time pending).
Top tips for improving student achievement.
There will also be plenty of opportunities to address the individual questions of workshop participants.
The maximum number of participants per seminar is 25 and a certificate of participation will be awarded at the end of the seminar.
Two 90-minute sessions; 1:00 – 4:15 PM CET (Madrid time), via Zoom 17 March.
Registration details are here.
Focus on: Making Sense of the New DP Business Management course (Upskilling event 1)
26 April 2022
13:00 CET
Facilitator: Paul Hoang
Length: 3 hours over 1 day
This 3 hour Think-In is will address the most important changes to the DP Business Management course (first exams 2024) to support and upskill teachers. Join us to learn more about preparing for the new DP Business Management syllabus, focusing on the changes and updates to the course. Topics covered will include:
Understanding the new syllabus - content, concepts, and contexts, plus the new Business Management Toolkit (BMT).
Changes to the external and internal assessments.
Advice and preparation for planning and delivering the new IB Business Management course (first exams 2024).
Resources to support teachers.
Addressing questions and concerns.
The maximum number of participants per seminar is 25 and an In Thinking certificate of participation will be awarded at the end of the seminar.
Two 90-minute sessions: 3:00 PM – 6:15 PM CEST, via Zoom 26th April 2022.
Registration details are here.
Focus on: Making Sense of the New DP Business Management course (Upskilling event 2)
4 May 2022
13:00 CET
Facilitator: Paul Hoang
Length: 3 hours over 1 day
This 3 hour Think-In is will address the most important changes to the DP Business Management course (first exams 2024) to support and upskill teachers. Join us to learn more about preparing for the new DP Business Management syllabus, focusing on the changes and updates to the course. Topics covered will include:
Understanding the new syllabus - content, concepts, and contexts, plus the new Business Management Toolkit (BMT).
Changes to the external and internal assessments.
Advice and preparation for planning and delivering the new IB Business Management course (first exams 2024).
Resources to support teachers.
Addressing questions and concerns.
The maximum number of participants per seminar is 25 and an In Thinking certificate of participation will be awarded at the end of the seminar.
Two 90-minute sessions: 3:00 PM – 6:15 PM CEST, via Zoom 4th May 2022.
Registration details are here.
Focus on: Making Sense of the New DP Business Management course (Upskilling event 3)
12 May 2022
13:00 CET
Facilitator: Paul Hoang
Length: 3 hours over 1 day
This 3 hour Think-In is will address the most important changes to the DP Business Management course (first exams 2024) to support and upskill teachers. Join us to learn more about preparing for the new DP Business Management syllabus, focusing on the changes and updates to the course. Topics covered will include:
Understanding the new syllabus - content, concepts, and contexts, plus the new Business Management Toolkit (BMT).
Changes to the external and internal assessments.
Advice and preparation for planning and delivering the new IB Business Management course (first exams 2024).
Resources to support teachers.
Addressing questions and concerns.
The maximum number of participants per seminar is 25 and an In Thinking certificate of participation will be awarded at the end of the seminar.
Two 90-minute sessions; 3:00 PM – 6:15 PM CEST, via Zoom 12th May 2022.
Registration details are here.
Focus on: Making Sense of the New DP Business Management course (Upskilling event 4)
19 May 2022
19:00 CEST
(Vancouver 10AM, San Francisco 10AM, Mexico City 12PM, NYC 1PM, San Juan 2PM)
Facilitator: Paul Hoang
Length: 3 hours over 1 day
This 3 hour Think-In is will address the most important changes to the DP Business Management course (first exams 2024) to support and upskill teachers. Join us to learn more about preparing for the new DP Business Management syllabus, focusing on the changes and updates to the course. Topics covered will include:
Understanding the new syllabus - content, concepts, and contexts, plus the new Business Management Toolkit (BMT).
Changes to the external and internal assessments.
Advice and preparation for planning and delivering the new IB Business Management course (first exams 2024).
Resources to support teachers.
Addressing questions and concerns.
The maximum number of participants per seminar is 25 and an In Thinking certificate of participation will be awarded at the end of the seminar.
Two 90-minute sessions; 7:00 PM – 10:15 PM CEST, via Zoom 12th May 2022.
Due to the timings of this event, this upskilling session is particularly suited to colleagues in the Americas, although colleagues from all regions are welcome to join.
Registration details are here.
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Focus on: The New DP Business Management Toolkit upskilling event
24 May 2022
13:00 CEST
Facilitator: Paul Hoang
Length: 3 hours over 1 day
The new Business Management Toolkit (BMT)is part of the DP syllabus content but it is expected that teachers will integrate the toolkit throughout the delivery of the course.
Session 1
What is the BMT?
Quantitative vs Qualitative BM tools.
BMT for SL and BMT for HL.
Step by step approach to what each BM tool is and how to use these in the new BM course.
Session 2
Worked examples for each of the quantitative BM tools.
Ready-made resources / worksheets (with answers) for each of the BMTs, prepared for immediate use with your students.
Opportunities to have your individual questions addressed
Resources for delivering the BMT and the new BM course.
The maximum number of participants per seminar is 25 and an In Thinking certificate of participation will be awarded at the end of the seminar.
Two 90-minute sessions; 1:00 PM – 4:15 PM CET, via Zoom 24 May.
Registration details are here.
I hope that adds some clarity for the time being.
Best wishes
Paul
