In the language B course, students develop the ability to communicate in the target language through the study of language, themes and texts in the target language. In addition, the study of two literary works is required at HL. THEMES Prescribed themes Five prescribed themes are common to the syllabuses of language B and language ab initio; the themes provide relevant contexts for study at all levels of language acquisition in the DP, and opportunities for students to communicate about matters of personal, local or national, and global interest. The five prescribed themes are: • Identities-identidades • Experiences-experiencias • Human ingenuity-ingenio humano • Social organization-organización social • Sharing the planet-compartir el planeta Recommended topics: IDENTITIES Explore the nature of the self and what it is to be human.
1. What constitutes an identity? 2. How do we express our identity? 3. What ideas and images do we associate with a healthy lifestyle? 4. How do language and culture contribute to form our identity? EXPERIENCES Explore and tell the stories of the events, experiences and journeys that shape our lives.
1. How does travel broaden our horizons? 2. How does our past shape our present and our future? 3. How and why do different cultures mark important moments in life? 4. How would living in another culture affect our world view? HUMAN INGENUITY Explore the ways in which human creativity and innovation affect our world.
1. How do developments in science and technology influence our lives? 2. How do the arts help us understand the world? 3.What can we learn about a culture through its artistic expression? 4. How do the media change the way we relate to each other? SOCIAL ORGANIZATION Explore the ways in which groups of people organize themselves, or are organized, through common systems or interests.
1. What is the individual’s role in the community? 2. What role do rules and regulations play in the formation of a society? 3. What role does language play in a society? 4. What opportunities and challenges does the 21st-century workplace bring? SHARING THE PLANET
Explore the challenges and opportunities faced by individuals and communities in the modern world.
1. What environmental and social issues present challenges to the world, and how can these challenges be overcome? 2. What ethical issues arise from living in the modern world, and how do we resolve them? 3. What challenges and benefits does globalization bring? 4. What challenges and benefits result from changes in urban and rural environments?
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IB THEMES Identities Experiences Human ingenuity Social organization Sharing the planet TESTING CHANGES Language B
The use of literary works to develop students’ receptive and productive skills; the study of two literary works originally written in the target language is a requirement at HL in language B. HL students are expected to understand fundamental elements of the literary works studied, such as themes, plot and characters. LEVELS: AB INITIO STANDARD LEVEL (SL) HIGH LEVEL (HL)
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ATRIBUTOS DEL PERFIL DE LA COMUNIDAD DEL BACHILLERATO INTERNACIONAL
Indagadores: Desarrollan su curiosidad natural. Adquieren las habilidades necesarias para indagar y realizar investigaciones, y demuestran autonomía en su aprendizaje. Disfrutan aprendiendo y mantendrán estas ansias de aprender durante el resto de su vida. Informados e instruidoś: Exploran conceptos, ideas y cuestiones de importancia local y mundial y, al hacerlo, adquieren conocimientos y profundizan su comprensión de una amplia y equilibrada gama de disciplinas. Pensadores: Aplican, por propia iniciativa, sus habilidades intelectuales de manera crítica y creativa para reconocer y abordar problemas complejos, y para tomar decisiones razonadas y éticas. Buenos comunicadores: Comprenden y expresan ideas e información con confianza y creatividad en diversas lenguas, lenguajes y formas de comunicación. Están bien dispuestos a colaborar con otros y lo hacen de forma eficaz. Íntegros: Actúan con integridad y honradez, poseen un profundo sentido de la equidad, la justicia y el respeto por la dignidad de las personas, los grupos y las comunidades. Asumen la responsabilidad de sus propios actos y las consecuencias derivadas de ellos. De mentalidad abierta: Entienden y aprecian su propia cultura e historia personal, y están abiertos a las perspectivas, valores y tradiciones de otras personas y comunidades. Están habituados a buscar y considerar distintos puntos de vista y dispuestos a aprender de la experiencia. Solidarios: Muestran empatía, sensibilidad y respeto por las necesidades y sentimientos de los demás. Se comprometen personalmente a ayudar a los demás y actúan con el propósito de influir positivamente en la vida de las personas y el medio ambiente. Audaces: Abordan situaciones desconocidas e inciertas con sensatez y determinación y su espíritu independiente les permite explorar nuevos roles, ideas y estrategias. Defienden aquello en lo que creen con elocuencia y valor. Equilibrados: Entienden la importancia del equilibrio físico, mental y emocional para lograr el bienestar personal propio y el de los demás. Reflexivos: Evalúan detenidamente su propio aprendizaje y experiencias. Son capaces de reconocer y comprender sus cualidades y limitaciones para, de este modo, contribuir a su aprendizaje y desarrollo personal. What makes a good LEARNER? The IDEAL Student for IB: What is the importance of IB learner profile?
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RECOMMENDATIONS TO PREPARE FOR THE EXAM
In order to prepare for the INDIVIDUAL ORAL Spanish Ab initio exam here are some recommendations: 1. Memorize vocabulary related to the 7 topics of the core Ab initio syllabus (El individuo, Educación y trabajo, La ciudad y servicios, Comida y bebida, Ocio y viajes, El medio ambiente, La salud) 2. Practice at home looking at a picture / visual stimulus and describe in Spanish what you see. 3. Prepare yourself to answer questions on a General conversation. (Please see attached document of possible questions) 4. You will not be allowed to bring any external notes to the preparation room or the exam room.) Start by the most general and then go into more detail 1. Write down the vocabulary in your picture, do some brainstorming for preparation (the day of the exam you can do that during your preparation time) 2. Describe the visual stimulus: GENERAL:
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IB mission statement:The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. To this end the organization works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programs of international education and rigorous assessment. These programs encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right. The use of translator is FORBIDDEN and is a violation of the LCHS Honor policy. Any assignment completed with a translator cannot be redone AND WILL RECEIVE A ZERO.
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