Assessment
The International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP) assessment is a holistic and student-focused approach. It aims to measure academic success while encouraging critical thinking, interdisciplinary learning, and real-world problem-solving.
Key Features
Criterion-Referenced Assessment
IB MYP assessments are based on set criteria rather than comparing students against each other. This ensures fair and accurate evaluation of individual performance.
Subject-Specific Criteria
Each subject has specific assessment criteria that focus on key skills, with clear objectives that allow students to understand what is expected of them.
Formative Assessment
Regular assessments during learning help teachers monitor understanding and adapt lessons for better student outcomes. These are low-stakes checks like quizzes or discussions.
Summative Assessment
Summative assessments, such as end-of-unit tasks, projects, and written tests, focus on evaluating student achievement at the end of a learning period.
Interdisciplinary Projects
These projects encourage students to integrate knowledge across subjects, fostering critical thinking and a deeper understanding of real-world issues.
Personalized Feedback
Teachers provide constructive feedback to students, helping them recognize strengths and areas for improvement, leading to continuous growth.
Personal Project
Students engage in this project as a culminating experience in MYP-5 (Grade 10). Driven by their passions, they establish challenging goals and work towards achieving them with guidance from assigned teacher supervisors or mentors. It lasts approximately 8 months. Students showcase their outcomes through exhibitions open to the community. The IB externally moderates the projects, issuing certificates upon completion.
Focus on ATL Skills
The MYP emphasizes 'Approaches to Learning' (ATL) skills, helping students build organizational, communication, and critical thinking abilities for success.
Benefits of MYP Assessment
Promotes Self-Reflection: Students are active participants in their learning journey, setting goals, reflecting on progress, and making adjustments for future growth.Encourages International-Mindedness: The assessment approach helps students see themselves as global citizens, capable of addressing local and international challenges.Prepares Students for DP and Beyond: The MYP's structured assessment framework lays a strong foundation for the IB Diploma Program (DP) and other future academic pursuits.At the School of Specialized Excellence, Lajpat Nagar, our MYP assessment practices inspire students to become independent thinkers, effective communicators, and compassionate leaders. Through continuous feedback, personalized learning, and reflection, we ensure that every student reaches their fullest potential.
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