The GALAXY EDUCATION SYSTEMSNK GUOO3IBDP 3436IN128 CIE

Glimpses…into the world of :–National/ International Education…

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Welcome to one of the Welcome to one of the most exciting periods most exciting periods

of life!!!of life!!!

2MMRegardless of nationality, as soon as a student

completes the 8th grade, the clock starts ticking. From that very moment the child has approximately - 

…Two Million Minutes until high school graduation…Two Million Minutes to build their intellectual foundation…Two Million Minutes to prepare for college and ultimately career…Two Million Minutes to go from a teenager to an adult

In other words….How a student spends their Two Million

Minutes - in class, at home studying, playing sports, working, sleeping, socializing or just goofing off -- will affect their economic prospects for the rest of their lives.

AND…

Reality is :- We are NOW left with 1MM….

The New RealityIn the 21st Century, everyone in the world can compete on an equal footing with everyone else. Therefore the difference between success and failure will be the ability to communicate and to understand.

The Borderless World

The End of WallsThe End of DistanceThe End of TimeThe End of Costs

Alphabets that we need to learn ….. Or Grab!!!EAMCETCLATCATSRMEEMCATSAT-ISAT-IIGRETOEFLIELTS

SNAPNATACPTAIEEEJEEAIPMTPMTVITEEGUJCETCET/CAT

IISTKVYPHBBVENTSETIFR- NEEOlympiads

PhysicsChemistryMathAstronomy

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Name the Car you

would like to Buy…..

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Do we still think of

Premier Padmini- Ambassador

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If not Why?..

Questions that any student has……..

‘Will it teach me what I need to know?

‘Will it get me where I want to be?

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Concerns from Parents….Parents want to know that a qualification has International value and is accepted by Universities and Employers as evidence of real ability in the subject studied.

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SkillsSeven skills that are necessary for

meaningful work in 21st century:  (a) Technical and technological skills, (b) Visionary skills, (c) Organizational skills, (d) Persuasive skills, (e) Communication skills, and (f) Ability to learn. (g)Problem Solving and Critical thinking

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Available BoardsThere are state, national and international

boards like the Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC),Indian Certificate for Secondary Education (ICSE), Central Board for Secondary Education (CBSE),National Institute of Open School (NIOS), International General Certificate of Secondary

Education (IGCSE-CIE) International Baccalaureate (IB).

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SSC ( Gujarat Board)10th Std equivalent for Gujarat- Vadodara/

HSC – Gandhinager.39 state boards in IndiaAll Subjects – 5 subjects by board/ MCQ upto

50%, 2 subjects assessed by SchoolExam Reforms committee trying to included

changes on the lines of CBSEEnglish medium Vs. Gujarati mediumAdmissions in Gujarat and UGC affiliations…GUJCET- and admission criterions

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HSCProposed changes:- effective from June 2011

5 subjectsSemester system from June 2011Admissions/ ShiftingSemester 1 -3 objective types/ Semester

2-4 subjective types Result after all 4 semesters- syllabus will

be restructured to accommodate changes for 11th and 12th

GUJCET?Admissions to professional Prog?

Are You Happy …. being a Local Entrepreneur

Regional Entrepreneur

National Entrepreneur

Or a

Global Entrepreneu

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CISCECouncil for The Indian School Certificate

ExaminationHead Quarters New DelhiThe COUNCIL was established in 1958 by the

University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate to ensure that its examinations become adapted to the educational needs of the country and assign the ultimate control of the same on the COUNCIL. The COUNCIL was registered as a Society under the Societies Registration Act XXI of 1860 on 19 December, 1967.

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ICSEICSE; projects are

integral part and there is emphasis on English language.

ICSE Syllabus is Extensive.

Prepares students for National competitions.

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ICSEGives Option of choosing streams and

subjects as early as 8th std.

Students can drop a subject like Mathematics from this level. Some boards give these options at grade 11-12.

International Boards gives range of subjects and choices that students need/ want for excellence.

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ISC 5 subjectsNO Major Change proposed as compared to

CBSE/State BoardOptions based on Choice of professional progSubject reviews ( E.Ed might be added to

subjects and removed as a separate subject)Common Admissions Tests

Central Board of Secondary EducationUP board set up in 1921, with rapid growth

in 1952 was renamed as Central Board of Secondary Education.

Board today has 8979 schools on 31-03-2007 including 141 schools in 21 countries.  There are 897 Kendriya Vidyalayas, 1761 Government Schools, 5827 Independent Schools, 480 Jawahar Novodaya Vidyalayas and 14 Central Tibetean Schools.

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CBSE CBSE, offers in-depth view of

all subjects.

While English is functional, meaning K.V. offers certain subjects in Hindi/ English also.

Syllabus is Intensive.

Prepares students for National competitions.

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CBSENew Options will be

offered in India tooX grade exams optional!!FA/SA and chaos (?)AT ( aptitude test) and

PT ( proficiency test)Common Syllabus for

Math/ Science proposed from 2012

Common Exams for Professional Prog by 2013

XII5 subjects and

similar systemSimilar subject

options

CBSE international

National Institute of Open Schooling

Accepted by AIUEqually challenging programs/ coursesGeneral Image – for students/ parents

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International Boards in IndiaQualification from UKQualifications from USAQualifications from Switzerland

Qualifications from Australia

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Cambridge International

Examinations (CIE)

CIEUniversity of Cambridge International

Examinations (CIE) is the world’s largest provider of international qualifications for 14–19 year olds.

CIE has worked in partnership with ministries of education, qualifications authorities and examination and assessment boards around the world for over 150 years. In some countries such as Singapore Cambridge examinations are the state qualification for students in secondary school.

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What is CIE ?

University of

CambridgeCambridge Assessment

CIE

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Family and Personal

Perspectives

Local and National

Perspectives

Global andInternational Perspectives

Area of Study

Common characteristics of Cambridge IGCSE/ AS/A syllabuses

Develops students’ independent learning, problem solving and enquiry skills.

Develops students’ knowledge and understanding across key subjects allowing schools to build world class curriculum.

Flexibility and cultural sensitivity helps students’ individualize the curriculum

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IGCSE……. meansThe International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) is a globally recognized qualification, offered by CIE in 125 countries, for 14-16 years old , in over 70 subjects, since September 1985; taken at the Grade 10 level, similar to the Grade 10 examinations of the CBSE and ICSE or the middle years Program of the IB.

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IGCSE/GCE –A levels assessment is conducted by UK assessment organization: Cambridge International Examinations (CIE)

Two Exam Sessions every Year:- May/ June and October/November.

IGCSE/ GCE-A levels is Linear not Modular, so results in one session do not carry over to the next.

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11th and 12thAdvance Subsidiary level

5/6 subjects at As Level

Advance levels3/4 Subjects at A levels

Current trends students choose more than 6/7 subjects

Joining CIEAny child after MYP or class X examEnglish Compulsory (11th std English

equivalent o 12th Std language of any other board)

Freedom to choose subjectsChoices dependent on Professional growth/

aim/ admission to universitiesExams Twice in a YearReappearing for Improvement in Grades

For Students in India, CIE provides Grade equivalent in percentage, CIE also provides

“expected grade certificate” which is accepted by most universities as per Association of Indian Universities(AIU) and students need to submit final mark sheets when they get their results in August.

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AS level exam at the end of 1 or 2 years

A’ level exam at the end of 2 years (usually)

AS level at the end of 1 year + ‘A’ level at the end of 2 years

‘It is recognized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) as being at par with CBSE, ICSE, etc.

For Details Visit

www.cie.org.uk

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International Baccalaureate Organization

Fact…… There are more than

9,00,000 IB students at

3147 schools in 140

countries. ...

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Boards at a glance ISC Std. 11-12

IB- Diploma Prog.

CIEAs/ A levles

Full form Indian School Certificate (ISC)

International Baccalaureate

Advance Subsidiary Advance Levels

Exams organized by

Council for the Indian Certificate of Secondary Education

International Baccalaureate

Cambridge International Education

Board HQ New Delhi Switzerland Cambridge

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Overview of the IB programsThe IB offers comprehensive, research-based curricula, aligned with rigorous international standards. Each of the three academic programs emphasizes:

Flexible, yet comprehensive curriculum with rigorous international standards

Global focus with an emphasis on intercultural understanding

Unique approach to trans-disciplinary learning using multiple instructional methodologies and teaching strategies

Development of the whole child, including requirements for arts and community service

The Big QuestionsWhat is the IB?

How does it work?

How is it distinctive?

What do universities and employers think?

Who is it for?

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What is the IB Diploma Programme?A two year course equivalent to any 12th Grade

HSC/ ISC/CBSE/As- A level programme.

Requiring students to study six subjects.

Tested by coursework and final exams.

Complemented by the theory of knowledge, an extended essay and a commitment to creativity, action and service .

Leading to an internationally recognised qualification for university entrance.

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The Hexagon6 Subjects

theoretically, all pupils take one from each group

Plus the CoreTheory of

KnowledgeExtended EssayCreativity,

Action, Service

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Group 1 Language

Group 6 The Arts

Group 4 Experimental Sciences

Group 2Second

Language

Group 3Individuals& Societies

Group 5Mathemati

cs

© IBO (adapted)

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The Hexagon

All pupils take:3 Standard (SL)3 Higher (HL)

Each worth 7pts+ 3 for the

Core= 45 pts

overall

English HL/SL

Group 1 Language

Group 6 The Arts

Group 4 Experimental Sciences

Group 2Second

Language

Group 3Individuals& Societies

Group 5Mathematic

s

Visual Arts

HL/SL

Eco/Busi.& Mgmt.

Geo/PsychoHistoryHL/SL

Maths HL/SLMaths Studies

SLBiology

ChemistryPhysics &

EVSHL/SL

French HL/SL**

Hindi SL

Why 6 Subjects?A rounded and full education.

Options open for:Discovering new interests and abilities.Changes of heart and mind.University and career choices.

Many pupils are simply far too young to narrow their intellectual horizons at 15-18.

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Breadth and DepthHigher Level (HL) subjects give the depth.

Standard Level (SL) subjects add the breadth.

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Plus…The CoreEE

ToK

CAS

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Theory of Knowledge

Extended Essay

Creativity, Action,Service

Theory of Knowledge Challenges Pupils to:Ask questions

Appreciate uncertainty and difference

Develop critical judgement

Detect bias

Reflect

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Theory of Knowledge- TOKWould it make any difference if maths did not

exist?

Can you think without using words?

How do we tell right from wrong?

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Extended Essay:- NO EE NO Diploma4,000 words over 40 hours of private

study and writing.

Develops the independent research and writing skills and the academic honesty expected by universities.

Allows pupils to choose and develop an area of passionate personal interest within one of their subjects.

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Extended Essay …1. The opportunity to investigate a topic of

special interest.

2. Way to add breadth to high school learning .

3. Way to deepen studies by selecting a topic in one of the IB courses selected by student.

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-:Creativity, Action and Service:- The Whole Person..

150 hours required over two yearsNo CAS; No Diploma

Spirit of CAS: learning through experienceleadership and teamworkresponsible, compassionate citizenshiplocal and global engagementdeveloping the whole person

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CASCreativity

Music, Dance, Drama, DebatingArt, DesignFilm, Writing

Action and ServiceSportsExpeditionsAid ProjectsCommunity ServiceFundraising

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Assessment in the Diploma Programme—External assessment

Some assessment tasks are conducted and overseen by teachers without the restrictions of examination conditions, but are then marked externally by examiners. Examples include:

world literature assignments for language A1 written assignments for language A2 essays for theory of knowledge and extended essays.

Assessment in the Diploma Programme—students are assessed both internally and externally in ways that measure individual performance against stated

objectives for each subject.

In most subjects at least some of the assessment is carried out internally by teachers, who mark individual pieces of work produced as part of a course of study. Examples include:

oral exercises in language subjects projects student portfolios class presentations practical laboratory work mathematical investigations artistic performances.

Issues: INDIAThree major issues:1. Timing of the Indian school year. The

release of exam results on July 5th for May session exams is late as compared to the Indian HSC exam results which are issued in the first week of June.

2. The percentile equivalence to IB DP grades as there is a great demand for admissions in the leading Indian colleges.

3. Need to get predicted grades accepted by more universities. Need to ensure validity of predicted grades.

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• Progress: INDIA

• The Association of Indian Universities based in New Delhi has accepted the DP as equivalent to the +2 program in India.

• University of Mumbai / University of Pune /University of Delhi / Symbiosis / University of Bangalore and many more universities Accept students with IBDP grades.

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For professional courses like engineering and medical, entrance tests are mandatory. IB DP students are eligible to sit for these tests provided they have opted for the right subject combinations.

Comparative Curriculum Study (IB DP vs. ICSE vs. CBSE Board) underway with CIE, University of Delhi.

INDIA- Schools have two options;

A) Indian school students could sit for the November Exam Session (Currently University of Mumbai accepts predicted grades and will take students with certificates 24+)

This is sent by IBAP to schools latest by July 10th.

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INDIA- Schools have two options

b) Issue accurate predicted grades for provisional admission into Indian Colleges.

Thus an additional mark sheet is being issued for students seeking admission in Indian colleges only if their schools make a request to IBCA on a B2 form.

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Last But Not the Least….Never Choose a Programme because MOST students follow that….or SEEMS popular

There are Many a MORE options than we think that they exist…

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Questions….

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