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

ToK Global Poverty classes

Hi

My ToK class have considered the guiding questions suggested in the "ethics of global poverty" lesson plan. They are posting their views within the discussion forum. They hope to have a good response to their views on this important issue. Please urge your students to respond. Thanks

Jeremy George

ISPP, Phnom Penh

World Poverty

After an introduction on global distribution of World Poverty as portrayed by World Mapper, we discussed the Knowledge Issues associated with the topic. Questions like "Who determines the poverty line?" and "Do we need a poverty line?" were aired.

The students in our IBDP class discussed their perspectives on poverty in Pakistan, USA, Qatar, Tunisia, Syria, Canada and India.

International Days & Events suitable for school participation

Hi there teachers!

Here is a list of 'international days' and events relating to social and environmental responsibility that are suitable for school participation.

Why not pick 4 for the year and focus on one particular topic/issue each term? Many of the international days/events relate to subject areas e.g. World Oceans Day = Science, Geography or Environmental Systems and so on.

Will update this for 2009!

Stefanie

Poverty Answer!!

Question: Does our knowledge about poverty bring with it an ethical obligation to do something about it personally? If so what can we do? 

My Understanding of poverty is that people who cannot supply food, water and the necessary needs for themselves and for their family.

Meeting wolves without leaving our classrooms

R. L. Stevenson and Hayes Elementary in Fridley, Minnesota will be taking a virtual field trip to the International Wolf Center in Ely, Minnesota.  The 175 third grade students have been studying wolf reproduction, growth and how survival influences relationships within and between communities. On October 21st, they'll get a chance to put their knowledge to the test by interacting with the wolf experts.

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.

Looking for an exemplary PYP Library for a visit

i am a librarian at a school that is preparing to turn in our first application this spring.  I just attended the introductory training this weekend.  Wow, how exciting!  I am now looking for an exemplary library program to visit.

Seeing poverty through subject areas

Our lesson is located in the enclosed file. We are a middle school team from Orlando FL USA. Enjoy.

Technology

I am writing  to find schools that partner together to use technology to have the students communicate  and collaborate with each other.  I am also looking for samples of digital portfolios.  If anyone can help please post.  Thank you.

Seeking Videoconference Partners

Our 1st grade students (age 6-7 students) wish to participate in a videoconference with other students their age.  They want to have a discussion with other students about their school day.  They are inquiring into the different school experiences that students around the world have.  Please email me if you are interested (coreilly@chclc.org).  We are excited to videoconference with other students!