IBDP – HISTORY NOTES

The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP) is a rigorous assessment programme for students aged 16-19. This course is well respected by universities worldwide and provides high quality education to students. It encourages students to be curious, knowledgeable, open minded, empathetic while inculcating values and attitudes in them.

IBDP offers over 30 courses from six subject groups, from each of these subject groups; students have a choice to pick subjects that interest them.Generally, three subjects are taken at the Higher Level (HL) and others are taken at the Standard Level( SL). HL subjects are studied in greater depth than SL subjects.

In addition, three core elements, the extended essay, theory of knowledge and Creativity, Activity, Service are compulsory and central to the programme’s philosophy.The History DP course focuses on world history and is based on a comparative and multi-perspective approach to history. It involves the various spheres such as political, economic, social and cultural.

History Curriculum Overview:

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Assessment Model:

Objective 1: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of historical concepts and contexts

Objection 2: Application and Analysis

Objective: Synthesis and Evaluation of different historical issues and events

Objective 4: Application of appropriate skills

 

Assessment at a glance:

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The course encourages students to think historically and develop historical skills, while developing critical skills and understanding the multiple historical interpretations.

The course aims to develop an understanding of the past among students. It encourages students to understand the complex nature of historical concepts and issues, promote international-mindedness through this history course and enhance self awareness and understand contemporary society through reflection of past among students.