Workshop Format

This FACE-TO-FACE workshop will take place at Dubai International Academy Al Barsha (DIAB), Al Barsha, Dubai, UAE in association with Innoventures Education Training Centre. Note that there are two DIA schools in Dubai and our venue is the school in Al Barsha which close to the iconic Mall of the Emirates.

Includes 15 hours of expert tuition over 2.5 days, with full resources, 2 lunches on Day 1 and 2 and refreshments morning and afternoon while at the venue.

Timings: 09:00-17:00 on Days 1 and 2 and 09:00-12:15 on Day 3.

About the workshop

PREPARE TO TEACH TOK, UNPACK COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND DESIGN AUTHENTIC ASSESSMENTS

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.

Workshop Leader(s)