Agenda

1. Curriculum DayJanuary 5th, 2009Master ClassroomAcademic Resource CenterNew Hampton, New Hampshire USA

2. Agenda 8-9 Jamie: Coaches Recruitment Seminar 9-9:15 Mentor Program Update 9:15-10:15 Curriculum Update Review of Academic Year Goals and Curriculum Timeline Clarification of Roles (GCC and Director of Studies) Explanation of Curricular Direction FOL next check step Role of IB in Curriculum 10:15-11:15 Break out groups to discuss best examples of current curriculum 11:15-11:45 Next Step: new courses, new course submission form, new names 11:45-12:00 Debrief and plan for after lunch 12-1 Lunch 1-1:30 Hans EL explanation on SophX and JUA 1:30-4 Department Curriculum Time and Location • English: Harvey House • World Language: Lane 102 • Art: Art Room • Math: HOF • Science: MES 206 • History: ARC 302A • ASP: Reading Room then Gordon House

3. Guiding questions for the day • Who is responsible for the curriculum? • Why is it being done? • How is it being done? • What is expected of me as a teacher today?

4. Sir Ken Robinson“The Role of Education Today” TED TALKS.com

5. Similarities of Roles Director of Studies Global Curriculum Coordinator Reports directly to Head of School Classroom teaching evaluation Coordination of academic professional development Co-Chairs Committee of Academic Department Heads *The Curriculum Coordinator also teaches one class. • Reports directly to Head of School • Classroom teaching evaluation • Coordination of academic professional development • Co-Chairs Committee of Academic Department Heads *The Director of Studies also teaches one class.

6. Differences of Roles Director of Studies Global Curriculum Coordinator Lead role in additions, deletions or changes to courses. Maintains the integrity of courses and the curriculum Collects and forwards a syllabus/course outline from each faculty member Monitors assessment in individual courses Supervises textbook selection for each course in discipline areas Research and create globally relevant exchange opportunities IB Curriculum Coordinator • Oversight of academic office and staff • Participation in faculty hiring • Oversight of academic scheduling – teachers, courses and classrooms • Oversight of grade reporting and transcripts • Oversight of communication with families regarding all academic matters • Oversight of and collaboration with the Academic Support Program • Collaboration with the Office of School Life • Coordination of academic orientation for new faculty • Standing member on the Admissions Committee

7. Global Curriculum Coordinator

8. Global Curriculum Coordinator

9. Global Curriculum Coordinator

10. Global Curriculum Coordinator

11. Global Curriculum Coordinator

12. 21st Century Education

13. 21st Century Education • Only 37% of young Americans can find Iraq on a map—though U.S. troops have been there since 2003. • 6 in 10 young Americans don't speak a foreign language fluently. • 20% of young Americans think Sudan is in Asia. • 48% of young Americans believe the majority population in India is Muslim. • Half of young Americans can't find New York on a map. *New York City-based Roper Public Affairs conducted the survey for the National Geographic Society. In total, Roper carried out 510 interviews between December 17, 2005, and January 20, 2006.

14. 21st Century Education These results suggest that young people in the United States—the most recent graduates of our educational system—are unprepared for an increasingly global future. Far too many lack even the most basic skills for navigating the international economy or understanding the relationships among people and places that provide critical context for world events. Based on information from New York City-based Roper Public Affairs conducted the survey for the National Geographic Society. In total, Roper carried out 510 interviews between December 17, 2005, and January 20, 2006.

15. 21st Century Education Twenty-first century independent schools must prepare students to be knowledgeable, compassionate citizens and effective leaders within a rapidly transforming world. This objective requires an understanding of one’s own culture while extending well beyond the boundary of the nation where the instruction occurs.

16. J.J. Abrams“Mystery Boxes” TED Talks.com

17. NHS Curricular Direction Intentional Pedagogy 21st Century Skills Continuum Globally Relevant Curriculum

18. Pedagogy Multi-Modal Differentiation Student- Centered New Hampton School Cooperative Learning Increasingly Self-directed Experiential Learning Inquiry based Instruction

19. Foundations of Learning John Turner Academic Dean Severne School 6th -12th 600 students Severn Park, MD

20. Foundations of Learning Jennifer and Dan – It was nice that Julia and I were able to speak to the two of you yesterday regarding the Foundations of Learning Program at New Hampton.  I was a bit surprised to look at my watch at the end of the conversation, finding that we had spoken for 45 minutes when it seemed like half of that.  It must be true what they say: time certainly flies when you’re talking about curriculum development and implementation! As one who is leading a faculty task force on 21st Century Learning here at Severn school, I truly value not only your products – The Foundations of Learning model and the Curriculum Guide – but also the process that developed them.  It is clear that your work presents a united approach to teaching and learning at New Hampton, and the Curriculum Guide offers quite a statement.  One can clearly see the progression from the school’s mission to its core values to its learning outcomes to its course offerings.  If I were a prospective parent considering New Hampton, I would be impressed by the guide as a whole but also by the statement it makes about how the school understands the learning process and how the program will work for the benefit of my child.    Not that you need my endorsement – for the Foundations of Learning model should offer pride that far outweighs what I could contribute – but I applaud your efforts and look forward to sharing your work and your thoughts with my team and the faculty here at Severn School.  It will surely serve as touchstone of conversation as we, too, look to set the course for the coming years.  Well done, and I hope your faculty conversation on Wednesday continues the great work at hand. Thanks, and I look forward to continuing the discussion. John Turner Academic Dean Severn School

21. Foundations of Learning Right Skills in the Right Places

22. Globally Relevant Curriculum

23. Globally Relevantcourses should: • Present diversity • Bridge differences • Build world understanding • Model respect • Seek global partnerships • Be progressive • Be integrated

24. Progressive education

25. Progressiveeducation should: • Use technology • Have student centered learning activities • Be inquiry based • Foster international-mindedness • Incorporate sustainability • Makes students feel excited, engaged, and intellectually curious

26. Integrated education

27. Integratededucation should: • Use Foundations of Learning • Encourage collaboration • Create interdisciplinary projects • Deliver multi-modal teaching styles

28. NHS Curriculum ENGLISH HEALTH HISTORY ENGLISH MATH SCIENCE ELECTIVE ENGLISH MATH SCIENCE WORLD LANGUAGE HISTORY ELECTIVE ENGLISH MATH SCIENCE WORLD LANGUAGE HISTORY ARTS

29. NHS Curriculum ENGLISH COURSE OPTION HEALTH / OPTION COURSE OPTION HISTORY COURSE OPTION ENGLISH MATH SCIENCE COURSE OPTION COURSE OPTION COURSE OPTION ENGLISH MATH SCIENCE WORLD LANGUAGE HISTORY COURSE OPTION ENGLISH MATH SCIENCE WORLD LANGUAGE HISTORY ARTS

30. Role of the IB at NHS The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. New Hampton School prepares students for life-long learning through self-discovery, authentic relationships, civic responsibility, and global citizenship. New Hampton School will be a nationally recognized innovator, known for our globally oriented program that nurtures creative, compassionate students who are empowered to make a difference in the world.

31. IB Africa, Europe& the Middle East 570 IB North America751 IB Asia Pacific240 IB Latin America209 Role of the IB Number of DP Schools: 1770

32. Diploma Program in North America: 751 Schools 122 Canadian Schools in 9 provinces 617 US Schools in 45 States 12 Schools in Bermuda, Dominican Republic, Curaçao, Cuba, Netherlands Antilles & the Bahamas 1,770 Diploma Program schools in 128 countries

33. Role of the IB IB courses promote the cross-cultural dimension of the school’s curriculum, with internationally recognized standards, and differentiated assessment. The following are some examples: • In the literature course (A1) students must study works originally written in a language different from the one being followed for their course. • In second-language courses (language B) the language should be studied in a strong cultural and practical setting. • The history course includes a compulsory section on world history. • In the music course, students must carry out an investigation into the relationship between two musical genres from different cultures.

34. Revised Curriculum IB Electives ENGLISH COURSE OPTION HEALTH /OPTION IB ELECTIVE HISTORY COURSE OPTION ENGLISH MATH SCIENCE COURSE OPTION IB ELECTIVE IB ELECTIVE ENGLISH MATH SCIENCE WORLD LANGUAGE HISTORY ARTS ENGLISH MATH SCIENCE WORLD LANGUAGE HISTORY ARTS

35. Revised Curriculum IB Diploma Program IB ENGLISH IB MATH COURSE OPTION IB WORLD LANGUAGE IB HISTORY COURSE OPTION IB ENGLISH MATH IB SCIENCE IB WORLD LANGUAGE IB HISTORY IB ARTS ENGLISH MATH SCIENCE WORLD LANGUAGE HISTORY ARTS ENGLISH MATH SCIENCE WORLD LANGUAGE HISTORY ARTS

36. Role of Exchanges Shibei Senior High School Wuxi, China

37. Role of Exchanges:Wuxi, China 2 Week Exchanges: 5-7 Chinese Students 2-3 Chinese Teachers in May 5-7 NHS Students 2-3 NHS Teachers in October

38. Role of Exchanges:China

39. Role of Exchanges:China

40. Role of Exchanges:China

41. NHS Curricular Opportunities

42. NHS Curricular DirectionGlobal Educational Opportunities • International Exchanges Opportunities • China, Brazil, India • Additional Curricular Options • Courses abroad: languages, science, history • Related Courses • IB courses, Comparative World Cultures, World Lit. • Faculty Exchanges • Guest Speakers on global issues

43. Academic Office and Department HeadsYear Goals • Implement FOL • Determine Global Relevancy • Review and Evaluate Current Curriculum • Complete IB Application Process

44. Global Curriculum Timeline First Year (Study Year) • Review best practices/current research/sample materials • Define global relevancy • Review present curriculum • Evaluate present curriculum • Determine set of courses based on global relevancy

45. Agenda 8-9 Jamie: Coaches Recruitment Seminar 9-9:15 Mentor Program Update 9:15-10:15 Curriculum Update Review of Academic Year Goals and Curriculum Timeline Clarification of Roles (GCC and Director of Studies) Explanation of Curricular Direction FOL next check step Role of IB in Curriculum 10:15-11:15 Break out groups to discuss best examples of current curriculum 11:15-11:45 Next Step: new courses, new course submission form, new names 11:45-12:00 Debrief and plan for after lunch 12-1 Lunch 1-1:30 Hans EL explanation on SophX and JUA 1:30-4 Department Curriculum Time and Location • English: Harvey House • World Language: Lane 102 • Art: Art Room • Math: HOF • Science: MES 206 • History: ARC 302A • ASP: Reading Room then Gordon House

46. Group Discussion • Each group member, shares two examples of an assignment or activity they currently teach that they are the most proud of • Please record examples (electronically if possible) • One representative from each group will share two or three examples out to all faculty

47. Curriculum Day Groups

48. Next Step for Curriculum Department Curriculum Time Topics to be discussion include: • make suggestions on more mission compatible courses (see form) • make suggestions on course sequence • make suggestion new course names for existing courses

49. Revised Curriculum NHS Curriculum ENGLISH COURSE OPTION HEALTH / OPTION COURSE OPTION HISTORY COURSE OPTION ENGLISH MATH SCIENCE COURSE OPTION COURSE OPTION COURSE OPTION ENGLISH MATH SCIENCE WORLD LANGUAGE HISTORY COURSE OPTION ENGLISH MATH SCIENCE WORLD LANGUAGE HISTORY ARTS

50. Revised Curriculum IB Diploma Program IB ENGLISH IB MATH COURSE OPTION IB WORLD LANGUAGE IB HISTORY COURSE OPTION IB ENGLISH MATH IB SCIENCE IB WORLD LANGUAGE IB HISTORY IB ARTS ENGLISH MATH SCIENCE WORLD LANGUAGE HISTORY ARTS ENGLISH MATH SCIENCE WORLD LANGUAGE HISTORY ARTS