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The IB Learner Profile is a set of ten attributes which all members of the IB community - pupils, teachers, parents and leaders - should be encouraged to develop. They should be incoroated into subject lessons and the Core.
The IB Learner Profile is a set of ten attributes which all members of the IB community - pupils, teachers, parents and leaders - should be encouraged to develop. They should be incoroated into subject lessons and the Core.
They represent a broad range of human capacities and responsibilities that go beyond mere intellectual development and academic success.
They represent a broad range of human capacities and responsibilities that go beyond mere intellectual development and academic success.
The IB Learner Profile is based on a holistic understanding of education, where the whole child is the whole point.
The IB Learner Profile is based on a holistic understanding of education, where the whole child is the whole point.
The Learner Profile is the IB Mission in action
The Learner Profile is the IB Mission in action
What's the connection between the IB Mission and IB Learner Profile?
What's the connection between the IB Mission and IB Learner Profile?
The IB says that the Learner Profile is the IB mission in action. The IB strap line is 'Education for a better world'. This goes to the heart of the IB Mission of "creating a better world through education". But how do IB World Schools do this? The IB would say that they do this by nurturing and living out the attributes of the IB Learner Profile.
The IB says that the Learner Profile is the IB mission in action. The IB strap line is 'Education for a better world'. This goes to the heart of the IB Mission of "creating a better world through education". But how do IB World Schools do this? The IB would say that they do this by nurturing and living out the attributes of the IB Learner Profile.
The IB describes the Learner Profile as “the IB mission statement translated into a set of learning outcomes" for the 21st century. The attributes and accompanying descriptors define the type of learner the IB hopes to develop through its programmes. The IB provides the rationale for this selection of attributes when it says "The attributes describe the kind of people - parents, students, educators - who will be needed to help make a better and more peaceful world" (IB, 2012, The IB learner profile in review)
The IB describes the Learner Profile as “the IB mission statement translated into a set of learning outcomes" for the 21st century. The attributes and accompanying descriptors define the type of learner the IB hopes to develop through its programmes. The IB provides the rationale for this selection of attributes when it says "The attributes describe the kind of people - parents, students, educators - who will be needed to help make a better and more peaceful world" (IB, 2012, The IB learner profile in review)
The IB Learner Profile is for all members of an IB World School community: students, teachers, leaders, governors and parents. Note how each attribute starts with the word 'WE' signalling the importance the IB gives to the fact that these attributes are not just for students but for all members of the school community: administrators, pedagogical leaders, teaching staff, counsellors etc.
The IB Learner Profile is for all members of an IB World School community: students, teachers, leaders, governors and parents. Note how each attribute starts with the word 'WE' signalling the importance the IB gives to the fact that these attributes are not just for students but for all members of the school community: administrators, pedagogical leaders, teaching staff, counsellors etc.
When she was Chair of the IB Council of Foundation Monique Seefried explained it thus: " It is called a learner profile rather than a student profile since the best method of teaching is by example and we therefore expect IB teachers as well as administrators to model it to students and their parents, thereby representing our mission statement in action. (Seefried, M., The IB, educating hearts and minds to meet the challenges of today's world, IBO, 2008)
When she was Chair of the IB Council of Foundation Monique Seefried explained it thus: " It is called a learner profile rather than a student profile since the best method of teaching is by example and we therefore expect IB teachers as well as administrators to model it to students and their parents, thereby representing our mission statement in action. (Seefried, M., The IB, educating hearts and minds to meet the challenges of today's world, IBO, 2008)
The Learner Profile is a helpful tool for whole school reflection and analysis. Reflection on the Learner Profile can be used as part of the preparation for authorisation, or as part of a schools’ self-study leading to the five year evaluation. School governors, school leaders and administrators, pedagogical leaders and individual teachers can use the Learner Profile as a framework to review how the school philosophy, culture, structures, systems and curriculum enable students, and the adults who implement the programmes, to develop into the learner described in the profile.
The Learner Profile is a helpful tool for whole school reflection and analysis. Reflection on the Learner Profile can be used as part of the preparation for authorisation, or as part of a schools’ self-study leading to the five year evaluation. School governors, school leaders and administrators, pedagogical leaders and individual teachers can use the Learner Profile as a framework to review how the school philosophy, culture, structures, systems and curriculum enable students, and the adults who implement the programmes, to develop into the learner described in the profile.
"The learner profile presents us with a bold statement. We are not only promising our school communities that students will come to know and understand certain content, and develop certain skills - we are promising that students will be engaged in a process that will make them a certain type of person; a specific type if inquirer; a specific type of communicator; a specific type of knowledgeable learner etc. This is a promise that guides educational practices in IB schools and carries with it a significant responsibility, much heavier than if we saw ourselves as mere deliverers of content. This process of education associated with the learner profile and the development of international mindedness involves all members of the community exemplifying and developing these attributes, so the whole school community develops as this type of learner. This impacts not only who we are as individuals but also who we are as communities. "
"The learner profile presents us with a bold statement. We are not only promising our school communities that students will come to know and understand certain content, and develop certain skills - we are promising that students will be engaged in a process that will make them a certain type of person; a specific type if inquirer; a specific type of communicator; a specific type of knowledgeable learner etc. This is a promise that guides educational practices in IB schools and carries with it a significant responsibility, much heavier than if we saw ourselves as mere deliverers of content. This process of education associated with the learner profile and the development of international mindedness involves all members of the community exemplifying and developing these attributes, so the whole school community develops as this type of learner. This impacts not only who we are as individuals but also who we are as communities. "
(IB Learner Profile Category 3 online workshop, module 2)
(IB Learner Profile Category 3 online workshop, module 2)
Below are ten posters and ten short clips which each exemplify an attribute.
Below are ten posters and ten short clips which each exemplify an attribute.
The IB describes this attribute as (a) thoughtfully considering our ideas and experience, and (b) working to understanding our strengths and areas for development.
The IB describes this attribute as (a) thoughtfully considering our ideas and experience, and (b) working to understanding our strengths and areas for development.
In the following video we see what progress a Grade 1 student made in drawing a butterfly using the reflective feedback of others to improve. Consider what lessons Austen, the Grade 1 student, learnt through this process and how it describes the reflective process.
In the following video we see what progress a Grade 1 student made in drawing a butterfly using the reflective feedback of others to improve. Consider what lessons Austen, the Grade 1 student, learnt through this process and how it describes the reflective process.
The IB describes this attribute as: (a) balancing the different aspects of our lives (social, emotional, physical, intellectual, spiritual, cultural), and (b) recognising our interdependence with other people and with the world.
The IB describes this attribute as: (a) balancing the different aspects of our lives (social, emotional, physical, intellectual, spiritual, cultural), and (b) recognising our interdependence with other people and with the world.
In the following video Joe Rogan gives keys to living a happier and healthier life. And it may be simpler than you think: eat natural good food; drink a lot of water; take care of your body and slowly your mind will follow. Enjoy every moment of every day. Be good to people, be kind.
In the following video Joe Rogan gives keys to living a happier and healthier life. And it may be simpler than you think: eat natural good food; drink a lot of water; take care of your body and slowly your mind will follow. Enjoy every moment of every day. Be good to people, be kind.
The IB describes this attribute as someone (a) who develops and uses conceptual understanding to explore knowledge across a range of disciplines, and (b) engages with issues and ideas that have local and global significance.
The IB describes this attribute as someone (a) who develops and uses conceptual understanding to explore knowledge across a range of disciplines, and (b) engages with issues and ideas that have local and global significance.
The following extract from the film Good Will Hunting provides us with a stark reflection of what actually counts as knowledge. See what you think...
The following extract from the film Good Will Hunting provides us with a stark reflection of what actually counts as knowledge. See what you think...
The IB describes this attribute as (a) a way of approaching uncertainty with forethought and determination; (b) challenging ways of thinking and exploring new ideas and innovative strategies; and (c) being resourceful and resilient in the face of challenges and change. This attribute requires people to step out of their comfort zone.
The IB describes this attribute as (a) a way of approaching uncertainty with forethought and determination; (b) challenging ways of thinking and exploring new ideas and innovative strategies; and (c) being resourceful and resilient in the face of challenges and change. This attribute requires people to step out of their comfort zone.
Note: the IB recognises that the term risk taker can have negative connotations associated with poor decision-making and inappropriate use of caution. It can also imply an individualistic approach to life. Therefore the IB allows schools to substitute this attribute with 'courageous' and its associated concept of being resilient.
The following video is an advertisement for the brand of clothing, Saga Falabella in Peru. It shows several women in different situations. Each one of the women shows a fear of change, but they decide to confront their fears, they decide to beat the wolf within. Fear can paralyse us and steal us of opportunities.
The following video is an advertisement for the brand of clothing, Saga Falabella in Peru. It shows several women in different situations. Each one of the women shows a fear of change, but they decide to confront their fears, they decide to beat the wolf within. Fear can paralyse us and steal us of opportunities.
The IB describes this attribute in relation to (a) the use of critical and creative thinking skills to analyse and take responsible action on complex problems, and (b) by taking the initiative in making reasoned, ethical decisions.
The IB describes this attribute in relation to (a) the use of critical and creative thinking skills to analyse and take responsible action on complex problems, and (b) by taking the initiative in making reasoned, ethical decisions.
Thinking is essentially a human activity. We are all thinkers. Watch the following video clip (start at 30 seconds in) - it illustrates how what people think and what people say can be two very different things. Thinking is what happens in our inner life.
Thinking is essentially a human activity. We are all thinkers. Watch the following video clip (start at 30 seconds in) - it illustrates how what people think and what people say can be two very different things. Thinking is what happens in our inner life.
The IB describes this attribute as (a) nurturing our curiosity and developing our skills for inquiry and research, (b) knowing how to learn independently and with others, and (c) having and sustaining a love for learning throughout life.
The IB describes this attribute as (a) nurturing our curiosity and developing our skills for inquiry and research, (b) knowing how to learn independently and with others, and (c) having and sustaining a love for learning throughout life.
The 2007 film Into the Wild based on the travels of Christopher McCandless across North America and his life spent in the Alaskan wilderness in the early 1990s. It portrays how an inquiring person would lead their life as an adventure in which you are not afraid to take risks. Inquiry is about experiencing the world. Contrast this with the way the main character describes his parents as 'living life'.
The 2007 film Into the Wild based on the travels of Christopher McCandless across North America and his life spent in the Alaskan wilderness in the early 1990s. It portrays how an inquiring person would lead their life as an adventure in which you are not afraid to take risks. Inquiry is about experiencing the world. Contrast this with the way the main character describes his parents as 'living life'.
The IB describes this attribute as (a) the ability to express ourselves confidently and creatively in more than one language and in many ways, and (b) collaborating with and listening to the perspectives of other individuals and groups.
The IB describes this attribute as (a) the ability to express ourselves confidently and creatively in more than one language and in many ways, and (b) collaborating with and listening to the perspectives of other individuals and groups.
The video ends with the message 'Change your words, change your world'. What does this tell you about how words and language help to shape reality?
The video ends with the message 'Change your words, change your world'. What does this tell you about how words and language help to shape reality?
This message has resonated with many. Since its publication in 2010 this video, The Power of Words has been viewed more than 25 million times. It has played a part in the Arab Spring (2010-2011) and has been referenced by decision makers such as politicians.
This message has resonated with many. Since its publication in 2010 this video, The Power of Words has been viewed more than 25 million times. It has played a part in the Arab Spring (2010-2011) and has been referenced by decision makers such as politicians.
The IB describes this attribute as (a) the ability to show empathy, compassion and respect, (b) demonstrating a commitment to serving others making a positive difference in their lives and the world.
The IB describes this attribute as (a) the ability to show empathy, compassion and respect, (b) demonstrating a commitment to serving others making a positive difference in their lives and the world.
The IB describes this attribute in terms of (a) critically appreciating our own cultures and personal histories, as well as the values and traditions of others, and (b) seeking out and evaluating a range of points of view, and being willing to grow from the experience.
The IB describes this attribute in terms of (a) critically appreciating our own cultures and personal histories, as well as the values and traditions of others, and (b) seeking out and evaluating a range of points of view, and being willing to grow from the experience.
Yes, you may have seen this one before. But it is definitely worth a re-watch.
Yes, you may have seen this one before. But it is definitely worth a re-watch.
The IB describes this attribute in terms of a person who (a) acts with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness and justice, and with respect for the dignity and rights of people everywhere, and (b) a person who takes responsibility for our actions and their consequences.
The IB describes this attribute in terms of a person who (a) acts with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness and justice, and with respect for the dignity and rights of people everywhere, and (b) a person who takes responsibility for our actions and their consequences.
The story of Edward Snowden (1983) hit the news in 2013 when he stood up to the power of the American government. He is a computer expert who worked for the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and the National Security Agency (NSA). In 2013 he leaked classified information to journalists without authorisation. His disclosures revealed that the American government was running numerous global surveillance programs in which the personal emails and social sites of millions of normal citizens were being tracked by the government.
The story of Edward Snowden (1983) hit the news in 2013 when he stood up to the power of the American government. He is a computer expert who worked for the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and the National Security Agency (NSA). In 2013 he leaked classified information to journalists without authorisation. His disclosures revealed that the American government was running numerous global surveillance programs in which the personal emails and social sites of millions of normal citizens were being tracked by the government.
A film (2016) has been made about his life. Here is the trailer followed by extracts from his interviews with the press.
A film (2016) has been made about his life. Here is the trailer followed by extracts from his interviews with the press.
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