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Overall benefits
Overall benefits
Strong, multi-disciplinary academic focus
Approaches to Learning embed "soft skills" needed for success, including self-management, research, and social skills
Service activities help to build strong resume for college or career pursuits
Focus on intercultural awareness through cultural perspectives embedded in courses as well as required world language studies.
Benefits of the MYP
Benefits of the MYP
Most courses earn Honors credits, which positively impact student GPA.
Content and tasks prepare students for the Diploma Program.
Coursework meets NC graduation requirements.
Students begin building strong relationships with their IB peers.
Benefits of the DP
Benefits of the DP
Preparation for college or career: IB highlights critical thinking, organization, juggling multiple requirements, and heavy emphasis on writing across the curriculum.
College admission: colleges looks favorably on IB due to the high quality of the curriculum and what students are required to do.
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College credit
While credit varies by institution, the UNC system has recently approved across-the-board credit for students scoring well on IB exams.
Assessments are designed to highlight what students know and can do. Scores are based on in-class work as well as externally-written examinations.
Potential for higher GPAs as DP classes earn quality points, and most DP courses are taken over two years.
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