DP Subject: Language and literature - 2025-2026 Catalogue

Subjects:

Studies in language and literature

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CATEGORY 1

The following workshops meet the requirements for authorization. Please note that each has a different audience and focus. All category 1 workshops are available in English, French and Spanish.

Language A: Language and literature

Prepare to teach DP literature, develop inquiry-based lessons, and understand IB assessment criteria.

Language A: Literature

Investigate teaching poetry, stimulate student interest, and prepare for IB assessments.

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CATEGORY 2

Category 2 workshops invite more experienced Diploma Programme (DP) leaders and subject group teachers who are keen to improve the teaching and learning experience.

Language A: Language and literature

Improve DP literature teaching, collaborative planning, and assessment strategies.

Language A: Literature

Prepare to teach DP language ab initio, develop inquiry-based lessons, and understand IB assessment criteria.

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CATEGORY 3

For educators with substantial IB experience, the focus is on subject area delivery and deepening the understanding and meaning of an IB education.

Language A: Exploring literature in translation

Improve DP language and literature teaching, collaborative planning, and assessment strategies.

Language A: Literature--Teaching poetry for enjoyment and assessment

Improve DP language ab initio teaching, collaborative planning, and assessment strategies.

Navigating school-supported self-taught literature

Manage Language A: Literature, school-supported self-taught course.

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