Approaches to Learning

The Approaches to Learning (ATL) in the MYP are skills that students develop to become effective learners. These skills are divided into five broad categories:

1. Communication Skills

   • Purpose: To enhance students' ability to interact and express ideas clearly and confidently.

   • Examples: Listening actively, presenting ideas, writing effectively, and using various media to communicate.

2. Social Skills

   • Purpose: To help students collaborate effectively and understand different perspectives.

   • Examples: Working in teams, building relationships, resolving conflicts, and demonstrating empathy.

3. Self-Management Skills

   • Purpose: To support students in organizing themselves and managing their time and emotional well-being.

   • Examples: Goal-setting, time management, organization, emotional regulation, and mindfulness.

4. Research Skills

   • Purpose: To enable students to find, evaluate, and use information effectively.

   • Examples: Formulating research questions, collecting data, analyzing sources, referencing, and ethical use of information.

5. Thinking Skills

   • Purpose: To develop students' critical, creative, and reflective thinking abilities.

   • Examples: Analyzing information, generating ideas, making decisions, solving problems, and reflecting on learning.

These ATL skills are integrated across the MYP curriculum, helping students develop as independent, lifelong learners who are capable of applying their knowledge and skills in diverse contexts.