DIPLOMA PROGRAMME - CATEGORY 1
THEORY OF KNOWLEDGE
Online
ENGLISH - FRENCH - SPANISH
Face-to-face
ENGLISH - FRENCH - SPANISH - JAPANESE -
KOREAN
RECOMMENDED FOR:
Teachers (from authorized IB World Schools, interested or candidate schools preparing for authorization) who are new to TOK or who have not yet prepared students for a TOK assessment session.
The workshop is designed to prepare educators to teach theory of knowledge (TOK) in a manner that supports the IB philosophy. The IB philosophy is encapsulated in the IB mission statement and aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable, caring and internationally-minded young people wherein TOK plays a central role. In addition, the workshop focuses on:
- Unpacking the Theory of knowledge guide and associated course requirements.
- Structuring a TOK course that integrates authentic assessment and encourages students to make links across the DP that will enhance their understanding.
- Exploring the dynamic nature that exists between other DP core elements and TOK when emphasizing the importance of reflecting and developing self-awareness.
- Discussing how to design a TOK course outline that meets the needs and interests of their students.
- Discussing how to design a TOK course outline that meets the needs and interests of their students.