Connecting Concepts: Interdisciplinary Approaches

This module emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary approaches in understanding global issues through the lens of Individuals and Societies.

Thematic Explorations: Applying I&s Concepts To Contemporary Global Issues

This section explores how to apply interdisciplinary concepts from Individuals and Societies to contemporary global issues.

Interdisciplinary Connections: Exploring How I&s Overlaps With Other Myp Subjects

This section highlights how Individuals and Societies (I&S) intersects with various other subjects in the MYP, fostering a comprehensive understanding of knowledge.

Taking Action: Fostering A Sense Of Agency

This section emphasizes the importance of individual agency and the role of students in taking action towards addressing global issues.

How To Apply I&s Concepts To Global Issues

This section discusses how to apply interdisciplinary Individuals and Societies concepts to analyze contemporary global issues.

Historical Context

This section emphasizes the importance of understanding the historical context in analyzing global issues, showcasing how past events shape present challenges.

Geographical Dimensions

This section explores the geographical factors influencing contemporary global issues and how these dimensions impact their development and consequences.

Socio-Economic Factors

This section examines how various socio-economic factors, such as production, consumption, and trade, influence global issues and impact different social groups.

Political And Governance Aspects

This section examines the political and governance factors that influence global issues, focusing on power dynamics, governance systems, and human rights.

Multiple Perspectives

This section emphasizes the importance of acknowledging various viewpoints when analyzing global issues.

Case Study 1: Climate Change

This section explores climate change through an interdisciplinary lens, highlighting its historical, geographical, socio-economic, and political dimensions.

Case Study 2: The Global Migration Crisis

This section explores the complexities of the global migration crisis through historical, geographical, socio-economic, and political perspectives.

Case Study 3: Technological Advancements (E.g., Artificial Intelligence, Social Media)

This section examines the impact of technological advancements, particularly in artificial intelligence and social media, analyzing their implications across historical, geographical, socio-economic, and political dimensions.

I&s And Language And Literature

This section explores the interdisciplinary connections between Individuals and Societies (I&S) and Language and Literature, emphasizing shared skills, content overlap, and the significance of analyzing textual narratives.

Shared Skills

This section explores the shared skills between Individuals and Societies and other MYP subjects, emphasizing interdisciplinary connections.

Content Overlap

The section emphasizes the interdisciplinary connections between Individuals and Societies and other subjects, highlighting the skill integration necessary for a comprehensive understanding of global issues.

I&s And Sciences (Sciences, Integrated Sciences)

This section explores the interconnectedness of Individuals and Societies with the Sciences, emphasizing shared skills and content overlaps.

Shared Skills

This section discusses the shared skills between Individuals and Societies and other MYP subjects, highlighting the interdisciplinary approach to learning.

Content Overlap

This section explores the integration of Individuals and Societies with other MYP subjects by highlighting overlaps and shared skills.

I&s And Arts (Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Music)

This section explores the intersection of Individuals and Societies with the Arts, highlighting shared skills and content overlap.

Shared Skills

This section explores the interconnected skills shared between Individuals and Societies and other MYP subjects, emphasizing the value of integrated learning.

Content Overlap

This section discusses how Individuals and Societies intersects with other MYP subjects, enhancing interdisciplinary understanding.

I&s And Mathematics

This section explores the interconnectedness of Individuals and Societies (I&S) with Mathematics, emphasizing the use of mathematical tools in analyzing real-world societal issues.

Shared Skills

The section highlights the overlapping skills acquired in Individuals and Societies (I&S) and their application across various disciplines.

Content Overlap

This section explores how Individuals and Societies (I&S) overlaps with other MYP subjects, emphasizing the integration of knowledge across disciplines.

I&s And Physical And Health Education (Phe)

This section explores the intersection between Individuals and Societies (I&S) and Physical and Health Education (PHE), emphasizing global health issues and social determinants of health.

Shared Skills

This section discusses the essential shared skills between Individuals and Societies (I&S) and other subjects, emphasizing their application in understanding contemporary global issues.

Content Overlap

This section examines how the Individuals and Societies subject overlaps with other MYP disciplines, illustrating the interdisciplinary connections necessary for a holistic understanding of concepts.

Understanding Agency

This section emphasizes the importance of understanding individual agency in addressing global issues and encourages active engagement in creating positive change.

Definition

The section defines agency in the context of global issues, emphasizing its importance for active engagement.

Importance

This section emphasizes the significance of applying interdisciplinary approaches to global issues, highlighting the development of responsible global citizens.

Identifying Issues For Action

This section emphasizes the importance of recognizing global issues that resonate personally and highlights the need for action towards these issues.

Proposing Solutions And Taking Action (Small And Large Scale)

This section emphasizes the importance of taking action on global issues through awareness, advocacy, and direct service, encouraging students to engage actively in their communities.

Awareness

This section emphasizes the significance of awareness in taking action on global issues.

Advocacy

This section focuses on the importance of advocacy in addressing global issues and encourages students to take action.

Direct Action/service

This section emphasizes the importance of translating understanding into action, encouraging students to identify issues they care about and propose meaningful solutions.

Research & Innovation

This section highlights the importance of agency in addressing global issues through research and innovative solutions, encouraging students to take meaningful action.

The Action Cycle (Reflect, Choose, Act)

The Action Cycle fosters a proactive approach to addressing global issues by guiding individuals through reflection, choice, and action.

Reflection

This section emphasizes the importance of reflection in fostering agency, encouraging students to consider their learning and its application to real-world issues.

Choice

This section encourages students to recognize global issues and take meaningful action as engaged global citizens.

Action

This section emphasizes the importance of taking initiative in addressing global issues by fostering agency among students.

Reflection (Again)

This section emphasizes the importance of reflection as a tool for growth and understanding in the context of interdisciplinary learning.

Assessment Throughout The Course

This section outlines the assessment strategies employed in the IB MYP Grade 9 Individuals and Societies course, focusing on formative and summative assessments designed to evaluate students' understanding and skills.

Formative Assessments

Formative assessments provide ongoing feedback to students and instructors to enhance learning progress.

Quizzes

Quizzes provide ongoing assessment to check students' understanding and reinforce learning throughout the IB MYP course.

Short Answer Questions

This section outlines the format and purpose of short answer questions in assessing students' understanding of course content.

Discussion Forum Participation

This section outlines the expectations and importance of active participation in online discussions for an effective learning experience.

Source Analysis Activities

This section focuses on the importance of source analysis in understanding historical and contemporary issues.

Mini-Research Tasks

This section introduces mini-research tasks that enhance students' research skills by exploring specific topics related to global issues.

Concept Mapping

Concept mapping enables students to visualize and organize knowledge, showcasing connections between different concepts in an interdisciplinary context.

Summative Assessments

Summative assessments in the IB MYP Individuals and Societies course evaluate student mastery of the content and skills through various comprehensive tasks.

Historical Investigation Essay

This section outlines the objectives and requirements for writing a historical investigation essay in the context of the IB MYP curriculum.

Geographical Case Study

This section delves into various geographical issues and encourages students to understand their causes and impacts through case studies, applying interdisciplinary concepts from Individuals and Societies.

Economic/social Issue Analysis

This section focuses on analyzing contemporary economic and social issues through various interdisciplinary lenses, emphasizing critical thinking and multiplicity of perspectives.

Inquiry-Based Project (Culminating Project)

This section focuses on the Inquiry-Based Project, encouraging students to explore personal interests within a structured framework.

End-Of-Course Examination/project

This section outlines the comprehensive assessment methods for the IB MYP Grade 9 Individuals and Societies course, highlighting the culminating examination or project.