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Are students evaluated differently in the IB program?
Are students evaluated differently in the IB program?
Yes! In the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (IBMYP), each subject has four assessment criteria, and all of them are equally weighted. Students are evaluated based on these criteria, which look at things like overall work quality, conceptual understanding, thinking skills, and how well they can apply their learning in different situations.
To make grades easier to understand, the IB uses a scale from 1 to 7. For example, let’s imagine that Sally Student receives certain levels in each criterion for Mathematics. These levels are then converted into her overall IB grade.
At PCHS, students often have their work graded twice. Teachers assign a percentile grade for the QEP (Quebec Education Plan) report card, which reflects provincial standards, and also use the IBMYP rubric to give an IB grade, which reflects IB-specific standards. Once a year, students receive a separate IB report card showing these grades.
How do IB and QEP evaluations compare?
How do IB and QEP evaluations compare?
While the terminology may differ, the skills and competencies evaluated in the IBMYP and QEP programs are closely aligned, making the two programs complementary.
For example, in “français langue seconde,” the QEP evaluates students on:
C1: Oral communication
C2: Reading and listening comprehension
C3: Written expression
In the IBMYP, students are assessed across four criteria:
C1: Comprehension of spoken French
C2: Understanding of written French
C3: Oral or written communication in response to prompts
C4: Effective communication in French (grammar, syntax, etc.)
This way, both programs are working toward the same goal: helping students develop strong language skills in multiple ways.
How will I know if my child is meeting the IB requirements?
How will I know if my child is meeting the IB requirements?
Teachers return all corrected assignments and tests to students, so families can see their child’s progress firsthand. If there are any concerns, teachers or the IB coordinator will contact parents directly. As mentioned, students receive an annual IBMYP report card, which reflects their overall progress and development within the IB framework.
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