1. NIST CAS An Introduction

2. Whats the point of CAS? 3. Where does CAS fit in the Diploma Programme? 4. The core of the hexagon All Diploma Programme students participate in the three course requirements that make up the core of the hexagon. Reflection on all these activities is a principle that lies at the heart of the thinking behind the Diploma Programme. 5. Five Minds for the Future, outlines the specific cognitive abilities that will be sought and cultivated by leaders in the years ahead. 6. 5 Minds for the Future 7. We are moving from an economy and a society built on the logical, linear, computer-like capabilities of the Information Age to an economy and a society build on the inventive, creative, empathic, big-picture capabilities of the Conceptual Age 8. What makes CAS unique? 9. The Experiential Learning Cycle 10. I see, I forget. I hear, I remember. I do, I understand. Chinese Proverbs 11. Experience is not what happens to a man; it is what a man does with what happens to him. Aldous Huxley 12. #2: Freedom to Choose 13. #2: Freedom to Choose Every students CAS program is different 14. By doing the IB Diploma, my courses and classes gave me an opportunity to become smarter, knowledgeable, a critical thinker; but equally important was the CAS program which enabled me to become a better person, taught me to think of others, think of the society and learn more about myself. 15. In a world that requires balanced individuals with a wide range of skills I believe CAS is an opportunity to gain an ample variety of different experiences that has helped enrich not only my high school education but will also has a considerable impact on my decisions and experiences in the future. 16. Creativity Action Service 17. The basics of CAS 18. Creativity is: Arts, and other experiences that involve creative thinking. 19. The success stories of this decade will come from organisations that identify new, previously unforeseen needs and that innovate relentlessly to create solutions that are unique. This is what businesses like Apple and Google do. They are fundamentally different to most other organisations in that that they are creatively driven, not process driven. 20. Creativity NoH8 Canterbury tales Shakespeare Meets Bollywood Little Superstars Development bank Photography Yearbook Model United nations Leadership of the Arts Video editing Fitness program creation SEASAC T-Shirt design Spanish Language Chelsea football blog Debating Playing Ukelele Mushie Mushie song compostion and character design Rapping MYP ceremony performances Mixed Up Concert MCing Acting classes Figurative drawing NIST dance team Playing piano Fashion show Thai drumming Canterbury Tales Bakery class SEASAC Arts Novel writing Meditation camp Language classes (mandarin, Thai, Spanish, DJing Origami Driving lessons Re-mixing songs Global Young Leaders Conference Jazz dance Bangkok Charity Orchestra Paper making Red cross volunteer Loy Kratong drumming Inpsire Me musical collaboration 21. Action is: Physical exertion contributing to a healthy lifestyle, complementing academic work elsewhere in the Diploma Programme. 22. Action Rugby Swimming Soccer Basketball Volleyball Softball Badminton Running Touch rugby Kayaking Muay Thai Taekwondo Mountain biking Rafting Hiking Rock climbing Breakdancing Fight club Cricket Tennis Squash Skateboarding Gym work outs Weightlifting Yoga Athletics Self defense Scuba diving Golf 23. Service is: An unpaid and voluntary exchange that has a learning benefit for the student. The rights, dignity and autonomy of all those involved are respected. 24. Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all. Aristotle 25. Service Footie for friends Development bank Little Superstars Amnesty International Clean up the reef Tanzania project Habitat for Humanity CAS Build Flood fundraising Children of the Forest The Charity Palette Refereeing sport Dreams We Believe In NIST Fun Run assistance Mushie Mushie Drama backstage Rock for smiles Artificial Limb Project Basketball for Buddies Heart to heart project Samitivej Hospital assistance Prom organization Learn 2 Speak Up Supporting special needs children Dental clinic assistant SCAD Homework tutoring Mae Lid project Wipe the Tide flood fundraiser Art for art camp for disabled supervisor MYP completion ceremony organization Zoo volunteer Y7-9 Apps Leadership Childrens day event organizer Creche assistant Hill Tribe service project Mercy centre Shirts for charity House leader 26. Its Not About Time 27. Its About Personal Growth 28. The Eight Learning Outcomes: The Key to Unlocking CAS 29. As a result of their CAS experience as a whole, including their reflections, there should be evidence that students have: 30. Increased awareness of strengths and areas of growth 31. Undertaken new challenges 32. Planned and initiated activities 33. Worked collaboratively with others 34. Engaged in issues of global importance 35. Shown perseverance and commitment 36. Considered ethical implications of your actions 37. Developed new skills 38. Minimum Requirements 150 hours is recommended 39. Minimum Requirements 150 hours is required 40. Minimum Requirements Balance of creativity, action, service 41. Minimum Requirements You need some continuity in your activities, eg, pursue a major activity for an extended period of time. 42. Follow effective action with quiet reflection. From the quiet reflection will come even more effective action. -Peter F. Drucker 43. Practice isn't the thing you do when you're good. It's the thing you do that makes you good. Malcolm Gladwell, Outliers: The Story of Success 44. A Final Summary of CAS