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Thank you Corita for giving us your time to help us implement IB PYP in our classes this weekend. This was a very engaging and valuable workshop for me.

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1 The development of modern media has exposed students to more and more information, and convenient search mechanisms have made information more and more easily retrievable. Children can use different devices to search

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This is Betty and Micah's collective effort. 

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Session 7 - Ladder diagram Kelly Andrew Harper

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Improving/Teaching Social Skills in the Classroom

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Improving/Teaching Social Skills in the Classroom

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How changes in commodity packaging (e.g., from using non-biodegradable plastic bags to using more environmentally friendly materials/ the growth of express delivery leading to more over-packaged waste) affect our environment? (Change)

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This is the metaphor of my wealth growth in the past five years. Am I rich?😂（perspective)This plant is called Fa Cai Shu（Fortune Tree）in China.

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How is the kalimba similar to/ different from other instruments in other cultures? (connection)

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What effect will lack of water have on these animals? ( Change)

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Why does it flower all year round? Function

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Form: Why does this little plant grow and branch in the places and directions it does? (Also ~Cause~, what leads to these "decisions?" How do its genetics interact with its environment?)

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How is risk and play linked to growing up? (connection)

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Do modern schools have an obligation to students, parents, and teachers to provide learning tools that are up-to-date & work reliably? (responsibility)

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What effects have human activities had on this river's ecosystem? Causation/ Change

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For those abstract thinkers!

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Please post your concept questions below!

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My Concept Upload

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Mission Statement - CISGZ/IB PYP - Ana, Maise, Trecito Jennifer, Betty, Nicole

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Mission Statement - CISGZ/IB PYP - Ana, Maise, Trecito Jennifer, Betty, Nicole

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Jennifer, Gabi, Mark - Reflective - Assemblies & Field Trips

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Jennifer, Gabi, Mark - Reflective - Assemblies & Field Trips

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In School Culture Week we can introduce and show different food cultures, which can also help us sharing cultural diversity. Using the Healthy Food Pyramid to help kids develop good nutritional intake habits.

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Caring in the classroom and hallways - Schuylar, Nicole, Tracy, and Henrietta

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Caring in the classroom and hallways - Schuylar, Nicole, Tracy, and Henrietta

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The word that stood to me most is agency as it implies that Ss take ownership of their own learning.

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We should feel open to new ideas and be ready to share them.

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Knowledgeable

When I know the answer, I will offer to share it.

I will take turns sharing.

I will also let other people share their knowledge when it is their turn.

I will make it clear what are things that “I know” and what are things that “I guess”.

“The only thing I know is how little I know” – Socrates

I will always ask questions to learn more.

I will respect difference of opinion.

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I will ask questions related to how to implement the PYP in my classroom and be willing to try new things in my classroom.

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Meta-Cogniition and Self-Regulation are pathways to personal success. "Know thyself" The Myth of Oedipus

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Hello! My name is Ashley and this is my 2nd year at CIS as a formal Chinese(Mandarin) teacher. For this year I’m teaching Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 5 and Grade 6. Some of them are Native classes and some are Non-native classes. As a new teacher to IB area I’m really happy to learn with everyone and looking forward to learn more about PYP in the workshop!

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This is my first year at CIS as the Learning Commons Coordinator/ Librarian. My previous educational experience was at TIS in Macau as an EA and Dorm Supervisor for two years. Much of my work back in Canada was being a Mom to 4 boys and 1 girl and now a Grandma to 4 beautiful girls. My work career of 37 years was spent mostly as a Medical Transcriptionist and later as a Flight Attendent for three different airlines. Looking forward to leanring more about the IB world.

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My name is Nicole Larsen and this is my 5th year in Grade 3 at CIS. I am looking to collaborating with my colleagues and participating in the workshop to increase my knowledge of IB.

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My name is Cassie Baugh. I have been teaching for 11 years. This is my first time learning about IB. I am excited for the workshop.

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Hello, I am Jennifer Poon. I have been teaching for ten years. I am currently teaching Grade 1 up to Grade 4 mandarin. This is my seventh year at CIS. Before CIS, I have taught at university in Guangzhou. It is also my first year in learning to teach the IB PYP. I am looking forward to learning more in this workshop!

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Hi, my name is Emmy. I am a Chinese teacher of CIS. I am teaching Chinese to Grade 1, Grade 4, Grade 5 and Grade 6. As a teacher with no IB experience, I am very happy to have the opportunity to learn the teaching concept of IB. This will be a great opportunity for me to improve.

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I’m  Henrietta Richardson.  I’m a Grade 2 homeroom teacher at CIS!  I’ve been happily teaching for 8 years. My background includes teaching kids and adults of all levels. ! I’ve enjoyed the PYP experience so far and I look forward to learning new methods and experiences in this workshop!

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Hi! My name is Penny Peng. I work at CIS as a mandarin teacher. This year, I teach from grade one to grade six except grade four, including three native-classes and two non-native classes. Students are creative, they are brilliant learners. I am looking forward to making the PYP happen in the class.

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Hello. My name Trecito Gansan and I teach grade 2-6 physical education at CISGZ. I am excited for this workshop because IB PYP is all brand new to me. I am looking forward to learning new skills that I can apply into my classes.

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Hello! My name is Maisie.I am currently teaching Grade 4 native mandarin class in CIS. Although I have 8 years' teaching experience of IBDP Chinese A language and literature, IB PYP programme is still a challenge for me.I look forward to learning more about how to create transdisciplinary units and concept-based teaching and learning.

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Hello! I'm Jakob and am currently a Grade 4 teacher at CIS. It's been an incredible experience implementing the new learning techniques that come along with IB PYP. I continue to remain open and willing to attempt new techniques and strategies that are shared with me along the way. I am excited to see what we can further add to our teaching skillsets through our collaboration.

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Hi everyone! My name is Betty. I am currently teaching a grade 6 homeroom at CIS. I teach specifically English Language Arts and Mathematics this year.

I look forward to learning more about implementing student agency and creating transdisciplinary lessons.

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I am Kelly Harper, a Canadian teacher living and working in China for the last 15 years. I have taught in a number of schools, cities and systems, notably Cambridge, AP, University of London and some IGCSE and A-Level. I am always interested in gaining more experience in varied teaching systems and have used IB's Theory of Knowledge to one degree or another over the last several years to bolster the courses I have taught in high school and middle school. This is my first year in an actual IB program and I am looking forward to the new skills I might gain as a life-long learner to pass onto my students to make them people who in addition to becoming life-long learners, might become people who change the world for the better.

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My name is Micah Anderson, and while I generally teach secondary school, I will be teaching grade 6 next year as well. I have been teaching for 5 years in a US curriculum NGO school in Uganda and now for 4 months at CIS. Am interested in learning how IB's approach to education can benefit my kids' learning.

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Hello! My name is Mark Quattrocchi and currently at CIS Guangzhou as a Grade 5 Homeroom Teacher. This is my first year at CIS and first year as an IB PYP educator. Previously, I have 4 years of classroom teaching experience and 6 years as a facilitator/public speaker for youth and adults. I believe that the PYP framework is wonderful blend between educator and facilitator, that enables teachers to encourage students to look at the world around them thoughtfully and critically. During our PD, I look forward to bridging the gaps between the PYP language and building my toolbox as an instructor.

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Hello Everyone! I am Tracy Wallace. I have been teaching for 14 years. This is my first year teaching the PYP and my first year at CIS. I am presently teaching Grade 2 homeroom. Previously I have taught grades all the way from kindergarten to grade 12, as well as adults at the tertiary level. I have taught in Hong Kong, Tianjin, and Toronto before moving to Guangzhou. Looking forward to learning more about the PYP in this workshop! Cheers!

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Hello Everyone! 👋 I am Ana Grkovic. I have been teaching for 5 years. This is my first PYP year! I am currently teaching Grade 5 art, and Grade 7-12 art and photography. I was the Grade 1-6 art, Grade 7-12 drama, English, and Grade 7-9 art and photography teacher at CIS for three years. I have also taught at a private school in Toronto, Canada, prior to coming to China. I look forward to the workshop and learning more about IB! 😊

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I am excited to join this session to learn more about agency in the PYP from an administrator's point of view. Learning and growing in the profession has been a goal of mine for the past 25 years. As an international educator, I feel that putting theory into practice and reflecting on the impact it has on students' learning is what drives me to explore different avenues for school improvement.

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Hello, I am Vanessa Lau. I have been teaching for 8 years. I am currently teaching Grades 1-6 music. This is my first year at CIS and with IB PYP. Before China, I was in South Korea teaching EFL. I look forward to the workshop this weekend.

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Hi, folks! I have been at CIS for the last three and a bit years teaching grade 5. I have been working outside of Australia since 1995, teaching at universities most of that time. Learning to teach the IB PYP is very useful PD, I think. However, I have misgivings that an IB education is mostly open to only (often high) fee-paying students. My position is that education should be free and open to all. Still, looking forward to working with you this weekend!

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Hi, my name is Sharon Jacques, or on here, I'm as ArtyPants my art business from Canada. I have been an educator for 18 years. With this year being my first PYP year. I have taught ESL, IELTS and more. I was the grade 2 teacher at CIS for 3 years. Looking forward to the workshop.

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Hi everyone! My name is Schuylar and I currently teach Grade 4 at CIS. I've enjoyed the multiple challenges and new ideas working with IB has brought. I'm looking forward to learning more about implementing agency in our workshop this weekend.

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Session 8: Inclusive Learning Space & Final Group Presentation

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Session 8: Inclusive Learning Space & Final Group Presentation

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Session 3: Compare the IB mission statement with your school's 

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Session 3: Compare the IB mission statement with your school's 