2013 lhs course selection guide - Longview Independent School ...

Special Features of the
International Baccalaureate Diploma
The IB Diploma recipient is recognized world-wide as a leader of high academic standing. The ability to think,
write (communicate), and assume responsibility within a community are viewed as key attributes of this
individual. With this in mind, IB requires all students to complete these three components—Theory of
Knowledge, Extended Essay, and CAS—as essential culminating actions for a diploma candidate.
0110 Theory of Knowledge (IB) 11-12
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Prerequisite: IB Admission
The objective of this course is to encourage the
student's interdisciplinary approach to learning by
analysis of information taken from various content
fields. The course analyzes the role of language
and thought in the attainment of knowledge and
seeks to inspire critical questioning of "how we
learn." The course encourages students to apply
knowledge from advanced coursework and expects
students to utilize an evaluative process for
decision-making. An emphasis on thought in
personal creativity and a preview of literary
responses to essential works will form the
foundation for student inquiry and discussion. A
guided research project which integrates the
readings from various disciplines and reflects clarity
of understanding of underlying philosophical
concepts will be the expected product of students.
This course fulfills the Theory of Knowledge
requirement for the IB diploma and is limited to Full
Diploma Candidates who have met all other
Diploma requirements. Each student enrolled in this
course must have declared himself as a Full
Diploma Candidate. Additionally, students may be
removed from the class
Extended Essay (NGP)
The extended essay is a 4000 word essay
(approximately 20 double-spaced typed pages)
which reflects an original piece of research,
analysis, and interpretation written by the student
under the direct supervision of a qualified mentor.
Students will choose a topic from any content area
within IB guidelines and will develop the essay with
guidance through TOK classes. The writing gives
the students the opportunity for in-depth exploration
of a topic with some of the essay writing done
during the summer between the junior and senior
year under guidance of a mentor or supervisor. The
paper replaces the traditional junior/senior research
papers and provides much greater opportunity to
engage critical thought. Copies of Extended
Essays will be bound each year and become part of
the permanent collection of the Longview High
School library.
CAS (Creativity, Action, Service) (NGP)
Believing a true leader is one who participates in
the aesthetics of life and gives to society as much
as he/ she receives, the IB diploma candidate will
be expected to contribute a combination of 150
hours of community service, participation (as a
performer or observer) in the fine arts, and/or
project development for the betterment of mankind.
A CAS coordinator will assist students in
determining individual choices and in documenting
efforts. Students may use hours from service clubs
such as National Honor Society as a component of
this requirement.
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