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Theory of Knowledge (TOK) in the IBDP: A Detailed Overview The Theory of Knowledge (TOK) course is a core component of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). It encourages students to reflect on the nature of knowledge and how we come to know what we claim to know. Here’s an in-depth look at the key […] More
Overview Introduction to Paper 2 The IBDP English A Paper 2 is a comparative essay that tests your ability to analyze and compare works of literature. This paper is crucial as it accounts for 25% of your final grade. You will be required to compare at least two of the works you have studied in […] More
Analysis Tools Deployed in “God of Small Things” by Arundhati Roy Exposition Definition: Exposition provides background information necessary to understand the story, introducing the main characters, setting, and initial conflict. Example: The exposition in The God of Small Things is richly detailed, establishing the setting in Ayemenem, Kerala, India. Roy introduces the main characters and […] More
Short for “information graphic”, these little visual texts are designed to summarize and present complex information, knowledge and data. They might be posted on a wall, be printed in a magazine or textbook, be a feature in a magazine or, increasingly, spread online. Some brilliant designers work on creating infographics, and the best examples of […] More
Colors can have many symbolic meanings in different cultures and in storytelling, such as in art and literature. Some common meanings of colors include: Red: Passion, love, anger, danger, and aggression. Orange: Energy, happiness, vitality, warmth, and enthusiasm. Yellow: Happiness, hope, deceit, joy, positivity, cowardice, and caution. Green: New beginnings, abundance, nature, growth, renewal, envy, […] More
1. Alliteration Explanation: The repetition of the same initial consonant sounds in a series of words. Examples: “She sells sea shells by the sea shore.” “Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers.” “The big, blue balloon.” “A basket of beautiful bluebells.” “Silly Sally swiftly shooed seven silly sheep.” 2. Allusion Explanation: A brief and […] More
Comic strips, as a medium, offer a unique blend of visual art and textual narrative, making them an engaging and multifaceted subject for analysis. Analyzing comic strips involves examining both the written and visual elements to uncover deeper meanings and themes. This process requires a careful dissection of how these two components work together to […] More
Collocations are combinations of words that frequently occur together in a language. They sound “natural” to native speakers because they are commonly used in combination. For example, we say “make a decision” rather than “do a decision” or “strong coffee” instead of “powerful coffee.” Understanding collocations helps in speaking and writing more fluently and naturally, […] More
Summary “The Spider and the Fly” is a story about a clever Spider and a little Fly. The Spider tries to trick the Fly into coming into his web by saying nice things and offering her a comfortable place to rest. The Fly is smart at first and says no because she knows it might […] More
Magazine Articles A wide ranging and popular text type, magazine articles differ from news articles in that they are not reporting recent events, but rather discussing events, issues, trends and topics that have a general, contemporary appeal. Increasingly, magazine articles are published online, as producers can reduce costs such as printing and distribution, and collect […] More
In MYP Year 1 (Grade 6 or the first year of the MYP program), language skills are developed through a range of activities designed to enhance students’ reading, writing, speaking, and listening abilities. The skills taught align with the MYP’s emphasis on holistic learning, intercultural awareness, and communication. Here’s an overview of the key language […] More
In MYP Year 1 (Grade 6 or the first year of the MYP program), students are typically introduced to a variety of literary genres to help them explore different types of texts and writing styles. The genres covered usually include a mix of fiction, non-fiction, and poetry. Here’s a list of genres that are commonly […] More
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