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in the footer of the extended essay syllabus, it says 2007 is it a typo? or is it the wrong document? thanks!
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I heard that IB final grade is useless. The IB predicted grade is more essential. Is it right that IB predicted grade is based on term 2,4, 6 of the IB years??? ONLY TERM 2,4 AND 6? If i got great grade in term 3 , but it would not be sent to university? (its so unfair..)
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Take the quiz here. Man, IB is taking over the world if there's actually a quiz for it. My result: You are the Procrastinator. You always put everything off until the last second, and your grades suffer for it. Try starting your homework BEFORE 11:00 PM Why did I expect this? For the record though, I might procrastinate but my grades don't suffer that much for it. I don't procrastinate that much.
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Hey, I'm retaking Maths SL this May in Copenhagen and the IB-coordinator has asked me to send him the application details in order to register me to the IB results service. Now, it's a bit embarrassing but I don't know what he means by application number! Can someone please explain? Thanks in advance!
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I have Physics Questionbank v2 as well as numerous November 2008 papers. I am looking for Math and Chemistry Questionbank v2. PM me!
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I've already seen some of the posts concerning this, but they didn't really answer my quesiton. What exam marks warrant which bands could anyone give me a more modern (i.e. 2009) mark bands please? thank you
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hi this may sound liek a dumb question- it probably is. however, im asking it. i got my results summary for my exam results. now i hav eno idea how to interpret it the numbers under the moderated mark- now are they a percentage out of whatever percentage that thing was for example, say for english AI paper 1 the moderated mark was 12- what does that mean. please helpppp
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I am thinking about attending an IB summer revision course over the summer break, but I am unsure of where I could / should go. So far I only know about the OSC programme and RevisionCoursesEurope... I heard that the OSC programme is supposed to be excellent, but I am interested in the revisioncourseseurope, because it is in Sweden. Can anyone share experiences or opinions?
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I have the choice of either staying in the US for one last year, finishing high school, and then moving to Sweden along with the rest of my family, and going to college. Or, I can move with them, and take the IB program, which will take two years. (Skipping the first 'prep' year in Sweden.) I'm currently in a private American high school, sophomore year (11th). And to be perfectly honest, I'm not the sort of person that is interested in school, but I see the necessity, and as such, I still study (No more than 30 minutes a day, never on the weekends, other than for exams.) but, I'd rather just have fun with friends / other miscellaneous activities. I generally get grades i…
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Good Evening good people at I-B survival, I bring a question that needs to be answered in my books anyways. Are we Elitist? Do we think we are better than "other" students? My school is split between the I-B curriculum and the regular provincial curriculum (I go to a public school that offers IB), they are both taught in my school and it seems that we as an entity in the school look down upon the individuals that are taking the Provincial Curriculum. Does this occur all over the world or is My school in Canada like Frasier Crane and The Trailer Park Boys going to the same school?
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Do such foods exist?
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OK basically i'm panicing. I though I was doing pretty well and I've been getting 6's and 7's on all my essays in History, 5's or 6's in english and 6's on all the science test's and stuff and erghhh, just got my report, and they've all said im going to get like 5's or 4's. What?! are they right? i'm aiming for 6's and 7's and I've been doing pretty well so I don't get it. Also, that's my marks fior the pieces of work, in lessons i don't say muhc i'm quiet i just listen, and if I have ideas, like in English, i write it on my notes or use it in Essay's, I don't feel the need to have the teacher justify it. Could it be my lack of talkyness that makes them think i'm doing c…
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IB ruining my life
by Guest Creul- 17 replies
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Since ive joined the IB ive found my friends and my self moving apart and ive realised that my social life has died. Everything in my life seems to be slowing down and stopping and its all happened since i joined the IB. I think this is because H/W has stopped me doing alot of things that i would usauly do and im the only 1 out of my previous friends to go onto do the IB. Has any one else experienced this? or got any advice for me?
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I apologise in advance if there's already been a topic on this. Is it legal to download past exam papers, and the mark schemes that go with them? Because it's very, very useful for studying, and I've found this website which has tons of past exams. And if it's not, why not? I have a feeling it's illegal, think I heard that somewhere, but then again our teachers often give us the marking schemes which presumably they can download.
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Well. thanks. And Good Luck. The pdf version can be downloaded at : www.ibo.org/documentlibrary/examinationschedules/documents/MayandNovember2009examinationschedules.pdf for easy reference.
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So, I have been ridiculed for my writing throughout my 2 pre-Ib years. And now, In IB1, I am continuously reminded that I will FAIL my IB exams on the mere writing skills. In all honesty, I really cant fix the problem. My first language was Serbian/Bosnian, and the 2 writing styles (Cirilica i Latinica), are based on forming letters down -- up. While English, If I am not mistaken is up -- down. Anyways, so my teacher is trying to warn me especially now in Spanish that I wont get my 7 unless I do somethnig about my writing. and I have tried to fix it, but I flip-flop between serbian/english/spanish so much, that I have developed a unique and singular style of writing that …
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Hi, I am extremely tired nowaday because of immense school pressure I just wondered if it is normal that IB classes are at school in the weekennds doing extra lessons? Most of my teachers want us to have extra lessons (because we need it) and very often, I am at school from 8am to 5pm. Is it just us or is it just IB? Capa...
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Do you rewrite your notes from class into your computer to "sort them out" and save them until later? I've never done this, and so I don't know if it's a good way of learning but... now I'm asking you guys.
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I take the following: English SL Chinese SL Biology SL Business HL Physics HL Maths HL i have mocks coming up and they count towards my predicted grade. how should i revise for those subjects? and how should i revise in general?
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Hey I just wanna know if it is compulsary to put a 00 before ur candidate numbers in the IA's and EE because i am unsure as i have seem samples with and without them, please clear this doubt.
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After seeing this post, I wondered whether or not IB in fact qualifies as a cult. Let's see using this handy checklist! The group is focused on a leader to whom members seem to display excessively zealous, unquestioning commitment. Well, we whine a lot, but I'd say we're pretty devoted. Questioning, doubt, and dissent are discouraged or even punished. Except in TOK. But even there... Mind-numbing techniques (such as meditation, chanting, speaking in tongues, denunciation sessions, debilitating work routines) are used to suppress doubts about the group and its leader(s). TOK class. The leadership dictates sometimes in great detail how members should think, act…
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If you could change anything about IB, what would you change?
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Hey guys, this has been vexing me for quite a bit of time now. Can anyone give me the specifics of how the IBO markers arrive at your final numerical mark on the scale of 1 - 7? I know that this mark is based on a bell-curved scale of marks from IB students everywhere. However, what I'm really confused about is how they factor in the internal assessment. I'm aware that the IA and the EA both bear different weightings. However, is the IA also marked on a bell-curved scale (based on global results)? I'm particularly perplexed about the Language B internal assessment. I'm aware that it's worth 30% of the grade but at my school, we have one oral exam worth 15% and three oral …
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Plagiarism? 1 2
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Hi, this is my first post here. I wanted to know if someone knows how is the plagiarism detected (Extended Essays, TOK, etc). I mean, i suppose it is a software, but how could it work? And anyone knows if the school is fined because their students are accused by plagiarism? I know what happens to the student, but not to the school... Thanks all, and sorry for my english if it's not okay Luke
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Hi. I'm kinda stuck on an idea for "audience interaction" for my english presentation. My topic is based around touch childhoods, and any ideas you guys have would be highly appreciated. Thanks Ice Man.
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[size=7][b][color="#FF0000"]IB[/color][/b][/size] The guy on the left would symbolize us. I thought I'd put some corny science jokes here. PS: You need to have taken Quantum Physics to get the first 2 jokes. [list] [*]A quantum physicist walks into a bar. . . maybe. [*]There is a sign in Munich that says, "Heisenberg might have slept here." [*]Q: How many theoretical physicists does it take to change a light bulb? A: Two. One to hold the bulb and one to rotate the universe. [*]The Name's Bond, Ionic Bond... [*]Q: What do you get when you mix Iron, Bromine, Uranium, Argon, and Yttrium? A: FeBrUArY [*]Q: What do you get when you cros…
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So I know this is the equivalence of asking for a diet pill, or some utopian advice that is going to make all bad things disappear About me: I am known for overdoing, perfecting and trying 110000%. I have my English oral in two weeks. Daily sleeping routine ranges from 0-4 hours. I feel really burned out and stretched. Maybe its because of the online classes, or the next three I have signed up for to finish in 18 days. I just want to be able to do sleep 16 hours in 5-7 days again, like I used to freshman year. Staying up is so much more difficult. Even after 2 red bulls. I am stretched to the max, like a rubber band. Any advice on how to return to shape and manage all t…
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I heard you can get a bilingual diploma in IB... I was wondering how though because everyone takes an A1 course and an A2 course so shouldn't everyone get a bilingual diploma or is a bilingual diploma for people taking two A1 courses? I know it's a stupid question but it's been annoying me!
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I'm a Senior and LOVING it ...Think about it. After this year we will be finished with secondary education and moving on to a university--one of the biggest steps of our lives!! I want to know what everyone has planned for after they graduate. And how you'll survive until then?!
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Ok. So I just started the IB on Tuesday & so far it's going great (but I know it gets worse ) . You can see what courses I'm taking in my signature but i'll post them up again anyways. The Highers that I'm taking are : Biology, English & Spanish B. My standards are : Math SL, Chemistry & Psychology. Is there anybody out there who's taking the same set-up or classes as me? Which one is your favorite so far & why?
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I'm wondering... 1 2 3
by afitz- 48 replies
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Is there a program out there that's more difficult/rigirous than IB?
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Ok, so at our school they told us that even the best students shouldn't expect to get above a 39, because it's very rare and almost impossible, but when I was reading the "University Offers 2009", I keep seeing that people are predicted 40 and above. I am an IB 1 student, so I still have time to worry about my own predicted grades, but at my school they said that last year only 1 person got a 7 in Psych HL, nobody got a 7 in English HL, and that the class with more 7s was SL Biology, and I think that they had 4 students getting a 7. Is my school's preparation level really low or are all those people just smart? I'm really curious because my school is considered one of t…
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Hi everyone, well.. the thing is that we have just recently kind of, spontaneously, formed a band (We are all IBers). We performed for the first time at school for holidays, and now they have asked us to play again for the Model United Nations party in the school. The thing is that we can't come up with a good name!! We want it to be something that we all have in common, or a really cool and enigmatic name. Any suggestions??
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Ummm....well I'm currently doing HL maths for IB and I'm getting really depressed about it. I mean I've done all my homework and I get everything. But when I'm doing my exam, i cannot remember anything and i think i failed. Are there any way i can help myself improve?
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In a couple of weeks the school board for my district will be voting on whether to allow for an MYP program to be started at my high school where there is already a DP program. This was supposed to take place at the last board meeting, but then the tabled the issue to appear in a town hall meeting scheduled for next tuesday. Yet, I have recently heard that there will be a contigent of people who are going to try to end the IB program at Franklin. That would mean voting down the MYP program along with trying to take down the DP program. The big argument is that the IB program is "elitist" and that it is sapping too much resources from the district and that they don't …
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Everyone of these entries screams frustration If you wanna laugh read these: [url="http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?page=1&term=ib"]http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?page=1&term=ib[/url]
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Hello Are anyone of you people going to the revision course in oxford this summer? Those of you who actually have done this already what are your thought about it? cheers ;D
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okay so when you place numerous overacheiving sudents in the same classroom, there will be competion and drama, so do you have any stories to share, because in my grade 7 class, there were frankly 2 overacheivers, myself and my good friend and we had a lot of drama created my competion, but we bcame really good friends after the competion thingy stopped, do tell your tales!
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HI everyone! My school is starting to offer the IB diploma program from the year of 09/10 and I find it an extremely fascinating program, but the problem is, only a fraction of us will be able to study it so a few IB teachers are coming to interview us. How can I prepare for the interview and maximize my chance of studying it???? THANKS THANKS =]
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With the subjects I have, I will have most of my exams in the first week (which is going to be REALLY much stress) and then just a few in the second. Has anyone who has experienced the same thing any suggestions for how to tackle it. I'm beginning to get really nervous..
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Iam i screwed
by Alf- 12 replies
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Hi guys, I just wanted to ask you what do you think am I screwed because my subjects are Higher: English B, Psychology,Business Standard: Math studies, German A1, and Ecosystem I am predicted 30 Do you think i can apply anywhere with these scores. Do you think anyone wants to take me i wanna do Business Studies. And a other general Question can i study for one year at a english uni and then transfer to a german uni? Thx for help
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Hi, everyone!! I'm going to the IB in Sweden, D1. I wanted to ask those of you who already got their Diploma, if someone would like to send me a copy of your IB Diploma. You can erase your name, your grades, whatever you want to take away. You may wounder what I need a copy for, well I am following the law of clear vision of simpleology! I would be really grateful if you could help me out! My email: ***** /Tschinka
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Irregular Diploma
by Guest PollyPeptide- 12 replies
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Hey guys, I was just wondering if there is anyone here taking the IB Irregular Diploma. Which basically means that you can skip one of the 6 groups and replace it with a subject from another group. Say, if you only wanted Natural Sciences, you skip Group 4 and take three Sciences from Group 5 instead. You can do this if you provide proof that this is needed for your further education. I'm taking it with three Sciences, because Swedish med schools require Biology, Chemistry and Physics. I know two other people taking it as well (we're considered suicidal by other students ), but there doesn't seem to be very many taking it in other countries.
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Hey! My names Jess. I'm an IB candidate for the class of 2010. I'm a little confused and stressed with IB and could use a little help, and maybe some knowledge from those of you who have gotten their diploma. Hope someone can help!
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How are predicteds determined? I'm worried because I'm awful in Biology and I wouldn't want a low predicted to hurt my chances at any universities. Note: I'm only taking the Geography SL exam this year because I'm a junior. Is this the only class I'd get a predicted grade in?
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Here are my grades as a Freshman, 91.2 in Algebra 2, 93.5 in English, 99.9 in Speech, 97.2 in Econ, 89.3 in Bio, a 94.7 in Spanish 2, and a 100 in inquiry skills. Are these ok grades?
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Heya guys. I am in my second Ib year now and want to start my revision soonish. For that i have a general question. When will u guys start proper revision. How will you do it. How much a day. And for people who already did the IB and scored quite good grades: what are your advices. I am looking forward for replies. Thx
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I have a friend that's had straight 4.0s and is an IB student, next year he'll be taking Math HL, Spanish HL, English HL, Bio HL, Chem HL, and History HL. @________@ Do you know anyone like this?
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Can we have a myspace group as well? =D If you agree i'll post my myspace but before that i'll just keep it private
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I'm a bit confused. If you take the IB in Ontario, you graudate with the diploma and the OSSD (Ontario high school diploma). In order to get the OSSD, you need to get 30 credits, but how is this done if you only are suppose to take 6 courses in IB1 and IB2? In grade 9 and 10 i'm taking 8 courses, so by grade 10 I have 16 credits, but do you take an additional 2 courses alongside the 6 at IB level in IB1 and IB2 to get the 30 credits you need for the OSSD?
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