CAS – Creativity, Action, Service, is one of the most core components of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program. Right from the start of my high school, I was keenly involved in the CAS program. The IB has listed out 10 abilities that an IB student should posses after the completion of the program. CAS gives an IB student that scope of getting involved in various activities to fulfil these abilities. I was always keen on participating in a debate. The Model United Nations team at KIS allowed me to possess knowledge of various global issues and also helped me to polish my debating skills. Furthermore, I represented my school KIS at a regional business quiz completion which helped me to gain further knowledge of business. Thus, the knowledge aspect of the IB learner profile was fulfilled by me after getting educated about things that I was not aware of. I always wanted to reflect upon my previous skills such as painting. The Non-IB Art class at KIS helped me to reflect upon my art and architecture skills along with gaining further information about some of the renowned artists. I am also a budding photographer, when we went to a place called Pondicherry for our school field trip; there I got a chance to improve my photography skills. Thus, the reflective aspect of the IB learner profile helped me to revisit and rework on my already attained skills. The IB program lets you to think with an open-mind and hence, when we visited Pondicherry, I got to meet a lot of people from different backgrounds and became keen on delving on their stories. Moreover, my teachers at KIS also came from different parts of the world and there was a mutual respect for both the worlds. The IB program lets you to think beyond your imagination whi... ... middle of paper ... ... helped me to maintain a balance between academics and sports. An IB student should look to be a sound communicator as it helps in the long work. While working for the STUDCo and Prom Committee by organising fundraising activities, I had to work in a team to organise different activities to raise funds for prom. Also, when I went to an orphanage where the language was unknown to me, I was helped by the locals to communicate my feelings and emotions with the kids. Overall, the IB CAS program helped me to become a better individual by doing things that I love the most, by working for my society and by reflecting upon my own thoughts as an individual and what I want to achieve in my future. The IB CAS program, thus, is something that I would really thank in future since it has moulded me into someone who will do whatever he does only for the benefit of the society.
I hope to be able to get closer to my goals by becoming a part of this. With SkillsUSA, my college application would stand out to my selected college, so I can have a greater chance of getting accepted and building up my medical career. Also, with the leadership program, I hope to become someone who people look up to for her self-confidence and her positivity, just like I look up to other people. I want to be able to learn how to lead people to be a better person so that they can teach others as well. I want to become someone who isn’t afraid to show that they are smart, and I hope I get this out of
It can train me to be properly prepared with a college mindset instead of having that mindset that is still in high school. I can gain a bachelors, possibly a masters, degree as I go to college. Having a bachelors or masters degree gives me not just a sense of accomplishment by making my family proud, but also a feeling of accomplishment of how far I overcame to reach that degree. But all of this would not happen if it were not the help of this program that will soon become the backbone on living a better
The course pushed me to find my inner creativity and express myself in my writings. Each day I was assigned a journal topic that I had the
Without the ability to communicate effectively, job seekers can’t hope to achieve their goals. Students must show proficiency in oral, non-verbal and written communication; as well as active listening. Among many other requirements, students must also show that they're capable of acknowledging the views of others, following dire...
Learning about new cultures is my favorite thing to do. I interact well with others and enjoy networking with new people. I have found that my ability to meet new people is a trait that makes every visit I have taken to different countries an enjoyable visit. I wish to participate in this program because it has always been a goal of mine to study abroad. By participating in this program I hope to learn about another culture, make international contacts, and gain valuable international business skills.
...k. Taking this into practice we have achieved working on all skills, make them involved in a research and in an information process which is related to real life. The challenge of the activity will always depends on students’ knowledge level and the teacher will always be responsible for guiding the knowledge of their students.
Looking back through the commonplace book, it seems as though I can get a great sense of what type of learner I am and how it has influenced me throughout this semester. Through the different struggles and successes pinpointed in the unit reflections and at times in the daily writes, it is easier to have an idea of what my my learning process might have been like. One of the things that has popped up is that I am more of a kinesthetic learner and at times I can rely more on visual learning. Noticing things such as this makes the desire to look deeper into what really makes my learning identity so to speak.
What is a Creative Curriculum? In few simple words it is to promote a student's social, emotional and intellectual development. Though the course work varies with each school, this strategy often uses unconventional means that lean toward project-based learning environments. (www.ehow.com)
The list of IB traits involve terms that a successful student should learn to adapt throughout their school years. Traits such as caring, risk-taker, open-minded, and balanced relate more to one’s personal life than traits like knowledgeable, thinker, reflective, principled, inquirer, and communicator which are more focused on the academic portion of one’s life. Although not everyone will begin the program with all these traits in their pocket, all students should grow and adapt towards new possibilities and a new personality than originally.
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I want to be a better person, and it is because of this class that I was finally able to figure out how to go about doing just that. I know how to learn. I know that if I am going to learn in an effective manner I have to do things hands on. I have learned that my way isn’t always the best way. When it comes to solving a problem, I have to be open and willing to actually hearing the other side of the situation instead of plotting my defense in my head. I have learned that thinking critically isn’t something that is learned and mastered overnight. To apply critical thinking effectively I have to be able to be aware and practice the steps every single time. After I graduate and walk away with my Bachelor’s Degree, I want my success to continue. I want to be able to take what I have learned and apply it to my Project Manager career. For me, Academic Success will not end when that diploma is in my hand. As long as I have goals and strive to reach and set new goals, academic success will forever be in my
The course also challenged me and allowed me to think critically. Whenever I am faced with an issue I know that I should take steps to formulate an opinion. It’s always good to ask questions to clarify anything. Once all the facts are established, I know that I should assess them. Finally I am able to assert a carefully thought out opinion (3). After taking these steps can be sure my opinion is right and not just for me personally, but regarding others too.
It is not easy to understand significance of some things and their impact until you actually undergo them. Ability to effectively communicate and work is one such thing. Before I started business communication class, I was very pessimistic about my communication abilities and my competence in rapidly evolving field of business communication. I was unconfident and nervous on my first day of class. I quickly realized that business communication is course that you will never learn until you energetically engage in various situations of listening and speaking. However, with all wonderful experiences of participation in the class, I personally felt that I gained a real experience without even working in an organization. Interactive nature of the class combined with wonderful teaching of Diana has really helped me to gain immortal knowledge. Through this course, I have refined my communication skills and strengthened my confidence to deliver professional standards and competencies emphasized by potential employers. I would like to share how each module of the course helped me to hone my interpersonal skills:
I not only am active at school, but I also attend South Indian music and dance classes as well as religious classes. These classes are being held on weekends, where I stretch my time to participate in these extra-curricular activities. I also am a very open-minded person. I will not hesitate before letting an individual voice their opinion. I think the IB program will help me find and develop who I am as a human being. I haven’t found my inner call yet and am confident that the IB program will help me, as it has done to many students who have previously attended this program. I also enjoy learning various ways to solve a problem and am open to any opportunities that fly my way. I think that the IB program will help me deepen my understanding of various concepts and will lead me to university smoother than regular programs. I personally am proud to call myself a reflective individual. I analyze everything that comes my way in depth and will always be a critical thinker. I will never stop wondering how I can get better in various subjects. I always take every comment the teachers make and treat it with the utmost
Firstly, university students will meet others from a wide variety of backgrounds and broaden their understanding of other cultures. Students who reside in halls will most likely encounter an international student; in 2013/14 they