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MYP Maths Teacher Toolkit: Directed Numbers

Teaching MYP Maths

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MYP Maths Teacher Toolkit: Directed Numbers

This post shares 6 resources for the teaching and learning of negative numbers in an IB MYP maths context.

4 Essential Graphic Organisers to Transform MYP Mathematics Teaching and Learning

Teaching MYP Maths

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4 Essential Graphic Organisers to Transform MYP Mathematics Teaching and Learning

In this post, we'll explore four graphic organisers that can enrich each of the MYP mathematics objectives.

Effective Inquiry-Based Lesson Planning using the 5E Model

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Effective Inquiry-Based Lesson Planning using the 5E Model

If you are looking for a framework to help you plan inquiry-based lessons in a structured way, the 5e model may be just what you need....

New to the MYP? 8 Things You Need to Know

Teaching MYP Maths

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New to the MYP? 8 Things You Need to Know

A detailed look at what makes the IB MYP framework different to other curricula with further examples and supporting resources.

50 Globalization and Sustainability exploration ideas

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50 Globalization and Sustainability exploration ideas

Inspired by the release of the global context for the 2023 e-assessments/portfolios being “Globalization and Sustainability”, 50+ ideas

6 Essential Learning Experiences for Every MYP Unit

Teaching MYP Maths

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6 Essential Learning Experiences for Every MYP Unit

What does an MYP lesson look like? In this blog post we will unpack 6 of these key learning experiences.

The ABC Guide for Creating MYP Maths Criterion D Assessments (with three examples).

Teaching MYP Maths

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The ABC Guide for Creating MYP Maths Criterion D Assessments (with three examples).

This blog post will provide practical guidance for designing MYP Mathematics criterion D (applying mathematics in real-life contexts) tasks.

Teaching MYP Maths

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Exploring the MYP Maths eAssessment

Complete look at the structure, content and tools for both the standard and extended e-assessment. Plus guidance from the subject report.

Teaching MYP Maths

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MYP Subjects "at a glance"

These one-page posters aim to summarise the key points from each subject guide and the "From Principles into Practice"...

Teaching MYP Maths

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Written Curriculum Step 10: Reflection

Below are the general outlines for the reflection process...a unit plan example is attached, showing the inquiry, action, and reflection...

Written Curriculum Step 9: Differentiation and Formative Assessment

Teaching MYP Maths

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Written Curriculum Step 9: Differentiation and Formative Assessment

Continuing with the action stage of the unit plan, there are two more sections to consider: formative assessment and differentiation...

Written Curriculum Step 8: Lesson Plan Framework

Teaching MYP Maths

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Written Curriculum Step 8: Lesson Plan Framework

...consider what the learning goals are for the unit, and then planning accordingly, identifying learning experiences, resources, and te...

Written Curriculum Step 7: Selecting ATLs

Teaching MYP Maths

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Written Curriculum Step 7: Selecting ATLs

This post will look at how to select ATLs (approaches to learning) for a unit and how to plan aligning activities, with an example...

Written Curriculum Step 6: Planning Summative Assessments

Teaching MYP Maths

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Written Curriculum Step 6: Planning Summative Assessments

This post will look at the process of planning a summative assessment which reflects the statement of inquiry, the objectives and...

Written Curriculum Step 5: Subject Group Objectives

Teaching MYP Maths

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Written Curriculum Step 5: Subject Group Objectives

This post will look at what the objectives are, what to think about when assigning them to each unit, and five examples of selecting obje...

Written Curriculum Step 4: Statement of Inquiry and Inquiry Questions

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Written Curriculum Step 4: Statement of Inquiry and Inquiry Questions

The statement of inquiry guides the unit and has a few requirements. We’ll look at these guidelines before forming some examples from our...

Written Curriculum Step 3: Identifying Concepts and Contexts

Teaching MYP Maths

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Written Curriculum Step 3: Identifying Concepts and Contexts

The purpose of inquiry is to promote curiosity and also to allow students to explore content at a deeper level, developing their creative an

Written Curriculum Step 2: Grouping Content into Units

Teaching MYP Maths

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Written Curriculum Step 2: Grouping Content into Units

For this post, we will look at how we can start separating our content into units and specifying what will be covered in each unit...

Written Curriculum Step 1: Vertical Planning

Teaching MYP Maths

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Written Curriculum Step 1: Vertical Planning

...maths differs from other MYP subjects as it has a skills framework, and therefore there is specific content that needs to be embedded...

The 10 step guide to creating an MYP Maths written curriculum

Teaching MYP Maths

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The 10 step guide to creating an MYP Maths written curriculum

The freedom of the MYP can be intimidating and overwhelming...so this post is for those who want a bit of support and structure...