El tema para la comunidad del IB: "Nuestra humanidad: una realidad compartida"

New Book: Taking the PYP Forward

I've just come across a great new book, called Taking the PYP Forward.

According to the publisher:

The International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme stands
in a proud tradition of reflective educators incorporating best
practice into international schools. For the PYP to maintain relevance
in education today, inquiry has to be rethought, refreshed and
reapplied. Taking the PYP Forward does exactly that.

A Guide to Global Citizenship and Service in International Schools

This online guide gives practical advice on service projects and global citizenship initiatives in schools. It was written by David Harrison of the Western Academy Beijing (an IB World School) during an ECIS (European Council of International Schools) fellowship.

Camps/Trips/Volunteering?

Hey!

I think that the whole idea of IB is really very good and it encourages many people to work "global".

I'd like to know if there are maybe any camps, trips or volunteering activities organised within the IB organization... ?

A request for participation in collaborative activities between a 9th grade class in Colorado (USA) and you (the world)

Hi. I am a science teacher of myp (Adams City High School ) in Commerce City Colorado (Denver area USA) and I am looking to establish teacher - teacher and student - student collaborative interactions on global issues.

My school district provides educational oppotrunities to many families of low socio-economic status and English as a second language. We are a "low" achieving school according to Colorado State Standards and assessments.

Facing the Future

An excellent US website for educators concerned with sustainability and related global issues. The main focus is excellent downloadable teaching materials and teaching resources to buy. The organisation also organises professional development for educators online, at workshops at conferences, and in school.

Listen to great thinkers of our time speaking out about their passions.

Institute for Humane Education

The Insitute for Humane Education, located in Surry, Maine USA, is dedicated to creating a humane world through humane education.  The institute has been training humane educators since 1996, created the first training and certificate program in the US, and was the first to offer an M.Ed. in humane education.  The website has more information about training, workshops and the Master's program as well as numerous resources addressing issues of global concern.  A monthly Humane Edge newsletter is also available electronically.