PYP : Transdisciplinary Learning
“The partnership between home and school provide the foundation to support students’ learning, growth, health and well-being and agency”
The Learning Community, From Principles into Practice
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From Linda Gavilanes, IB Coordinator at Newton Rayzor Elementary:
Can you believe that we have been an IB school since 2010?
IB stands for International Baccalaureate-we are part of a network of schools all around the world that aim to provide a well-rounded education that focuses on not just the academic development of students, but also their holistic growth. Students learn to think critically, ask thoughtful questions, and consider the world from multiple viewpoints. The IB philosophy encourages students to be active, compassionate, and lifelong learners who are prepared to make a positive impact on the world. My job allows me to support teachers implementing the IB philosophy in all aspects of our learning whether it's preparing lessons or working with students! We love connecting our learning to the real world, which means that we love having guest speakers come and speak to our students about all sorts of topics. If you are interested in volunteering your time or expertise please don’t hesitate to contact me.
My email address is lmarquez-gavilanes@dentonisd.org
DEFINITION: Transdisciplinary learning is the exploration of a relevant issue or problem that integrates the perspectives of multiple disciplines in order to connect new knowledge and deeper understanding to real life experiences.
PYP students learn how to take control of their learning, teachers collaborate to deepen student- learning and increase their confidence and self-motivation. The whole school community, including parents, are viewed as partners in learning, and actively contribute to a holistic educational experience.
Transdiciplinary Learning
Transdiciplinary Learning
CHANGE: How is it changing?
CHANGE: How is it changing?
Building Student Skills, Agency, and Action through Lines of Inquiry
Building Student Skills, Agency, and Action through Lines of Inquiry
Everything and everyone is always in a state of transformation.
Personal Growth Charts / Social & Emotional Learning
Good-Fit Food Snack / GoNoodle / Meditation / Free Play
CONNECTION: What is the link?
CONNECTION: What is the link?
Math Workshop
Math Workshop
The universe is a connection of systems with individual parts.
YouCubed / Number Talks / Imagine Math / Khan Academy
FUNCTION : How does it work?
FUNCTION : How does it work?
Reading Workshop
Reading Workshop
Everything has a purpose and can be investigated.
Good-Fit Books / Read-To-Self / One-on-One Conferences / Small Groups / Newsela
FORM : What is it like?
FORM : What is it like?
Science Workshop
Science Workshop
Everything has characteristics that can be observed, identified, described, and categorized.
Lab Stations / STEM Challenges / Games / STEMscopes
CAUSATION : Why is it like this?
CAUSATION : Why is it like this?
HISTORY Workshop
HISTORY Workshop
Wonder Sessions: People make choices. Choices make a difference.
RESPONSIBILITY : What is it?
RESPONSIBILITY : What is it?
UN Sustainable Goals
UN Sustainable Goals
There are reasons behind events. Cause and Effect.
Conferences / Writing / Inquiry Projects / Student Agency
PERSPECTIVE: What are the points of view?
PERSPECTIVE: What are the points of view?
Different ways of looking at information helps us reason.
Strategy groups / Small Group - Evidence of Thinking / Visual Thinking Strategies
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