Category 1* Workshops ALL at Higher and Standard Level (unless stated)

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1 International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme Teacher Training Workshops 29th September 1st October 2011 at Raffles International School, West Campus, Dubai ﺩدﺑﻲ Information Booklet

2 Category 1* Workshops ALL at Higher and Standard Level (unless stated) Languages (new guides) English A, Language & Literature English A, Literature English B Arabic A, Language & Literature Arabic A, Literature Arabic B Spanish ab initio Group 3 Business & Management Economics History Psychology Group 4 Biology Physics Group 5 Mathematical Studies Mathematics HL Group 6 Visual Arts Core Subjects/Others Theory of Knowledge CAS Administrators DP Coordination Librarians Category 3** Workshop Extended Essays *Category 1 Workshops are intended to provide training and assistance for schools that have decided to apply for IB authorization and/or for teachers who are new to a school with an existing IBDP programme. ** Category 3 Workshops provide a forum for exploring educational ideas and areas of interest and opportunities for investigation into specific areas of expertise. Category 3 workshops are open to teachers with any level of IB teaching experience. 2

3 CONTENTS Timetable... Error! Bookmark not defined. Why Ibicus Workshops?... 5 Workshop aims and Academic content... 6 Accommodation... 7 Visa Information... 9 Some local information Your Host School Places you might like to try Health and Safety information Ibicus Terms and Conditions

4 DRAFT TIMETABLE (Subject to change) Day 1 Thursday th September Transport from workshop hotel Arrival at workshop venue and registration (coffee available) Welcome, IB philosophy and meet workshop leaders Subject session 1 (1.5h) Refreshment Break Subject session 2 (1h) Lunch Subject session 3 (1.5h) Refreshment Break Subject session 4 (1h) Transport to workshop hotel Day 2 Friday 30th September 0830 Transport from workshop hotel Coffee on arrival at Raffles International School Subject session 5 (1.5h) Refreshment Break Subject session 6 (1.5h) Lunch Subject session 7 (1.5h) 1515 Transport to workshop hotel Day 3 Saturday 1st October 0830 Transport from workshop hotel Coffee on arrival at Raffles International School Subject session 8 (1.5h) Refreshment Break Subject session 9 (1.5h) Lunch Subject session 10 (1h) 1445 FINISH/Depart Total workshop tuition 13.5h All workshop leaders have many years of IB experience in teaching, examining, leading workshops and/or IB administration. Workshop leaders will contact participants by before the workshops to find out exactly what they want from the workshop and tell them what to bring. Exhibitors We are pleased to announce that OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS & CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY PRESS will be exhibiting at our workshops and you will have the opportunity to browse and order books onsite. We also hope to have additional exhibitors and if so, this information will be updated. 4

5 Why Ibicus Workshops? Since 2004, Ibicus has run workshops for over 3000 teachers from schools in more than 100 countries in over 60 subjects, enhancing the provision that the regional IBAEM office gives for teacher training. The workshops are intensive but productive, as experience and feedback tell us that this is the way most of you like them. Groups are small so you have time to discuss your questions and most participants find that they leave the workshops with a network of new colleagues with whom they can continue sharing ideas. We know that teachers work hard and hope that you leave our workshops with concrete ideas to put into practice, some hints and tips on teaching the courses, some new colleagues and having had an experience that is inspirational or uplifting as well as a good time. We look forward to meeting you. 5

6 Workshop aims and Academic content Outcomes We hope that by the end of the workshop participants will: Feel well-prepared to teach the course Have a range of teaching strategies and resources to use Have an international perspective on their teaching Be confident about inserting elements of ToK into their teaching Have made new contacts and intend to keep in touch with some Have been given some short-cuts and tips for their teaching Have had a good time Feel that they have got value for money and have been treated as professionals Each workshop covers: (depending on workshop category and subject) The philosophy and pedagogy of the IB and the Diploma An overview of the core (ToK, extended essays and CAS) and the learner profile Subject-specific understanding of o The content of the subject and how to structure a scheme of work o Resources available o Internal assessment (IA) how it works and how to mark it o External assessment (exams) structure, sample scripts and marking o Links with ToK o Extended essays Subject workshops provide you with the tools you need to develop the subject within your institution by engaging you in discussion, activities and reflection. You will share best practice and thoughts on teaching and learning strategies and resources. Leaders are responsive to your needs and aim to create a supportive, inclusive and collegiate atmosphere. 6

7 ACCOMMODATION please read carefully The Kanoo agency in Dubai ( has negotiated a preferential rate at The Towers Rotana Hotel: Conveniently located in the heart of the city, on Dubai s prominent Sheikh Zayed Road, Towers Rotana Dubai boasts some stunning views of the Arabian Sea as well as easy access to all major destinations in this thriving metropolis. Situated adjacent to the Burj Khalifa (the tallest building in the world), the Financial Centre Metro Station, 20 minutes away from Dubai International Airport and a mere 5 minutes from the golden sands of the Jumeirah Beach front, Towers Rotana Dubai offers 360 rooms and suites. Decorated with comfort and elegance in mind, each room epitomizes comfort. Contemporary business facilities and 9 meeting rooms offer all the amenities needed to satisfy every one of your requirements. Ibicus participants are offered single rooms (or double on enquiry) in the above hotel at preferential rates including taxes and service charges, buffet breakfast and in-room wireless Internet access. Ibicus participants booking via Kanoo are also offered shuttle bus transfer once daily to and from the Towers Rotana to Raffles International school **Please contact Kanoo Travel directly for the best available rates as soon as you know that your workshop is definitely taking place, (sent via from Ibicus.)** How to book your accommodation Contact Kanoo Travel directly on address (trvlshj2@kanoo.ae or trvlshj6@kanoo.ae) and office telephone number ( ). See next page for further details of Kanoo Travel. Airport Transfers Airport transfers can be provided at a fee of Dhs.160/- per car per way. Shuttles can also be arranged at very competitive prices. Check-in/Check-out Time Please note that our check-in time is & checkout time is at 12:00 Noon. Early check-in from 9:00AM onwards can be provided, however, subject to availability. Check-in time earlier than 9:00AM should be booked from the previous day. Checkout until 6:00 PM shall be subject to 50% of the total room rate. Checkout after 6:00 PM shall be subject to a one-night room rate. 7

8 An Introduction to Travel Services at Kanoo Travel How do I complete a Traveler Profile form? How will my tickets and documents be delivered? Ibicus International workshop participants who need to make travel arrangements are required to complete a Traveller Profile Form. This form can be obtained from: Mr. Niro trvlshj2@kanoo.ae Electronic tickets will be offered wherever possible. When making your reservation you will be asked for your instructions regarding ticket delivery. Designated Travel Associate for DMCC For any travel related queries, please contact Mr. Niro Tel: Fax: Mobile: trvlshj2@kanoo.ae Can I send an to make my travel reservations? Yes please your booking requests; simply send your requirements to: Tickets on departure are available; however some airlines add a service charge for this facility. Your travel consultant will advise you of the fee at the time of booking. What should I do if I want to return a ticket? If your ticket is not required, or is partly used, please return it as soon as possible with a written note and obtain acknowledgment, please send your request: Ms. Suraiya Baloch Tel : Fax : Mobile : trvlshj4@kanoo.ae *Refunds cannot be processed without the ticket (Manual Tickets) *For e-tickets, which are not used, please advise your travel consultant who will process the appropriate refund. trvlshj2@kanoo.ae What happens if I need help outside of office hours? When is the Kanoo Travel Team available? Emergency Travel Services Only: Between Hours, please contact ETS Desk Toll Free: within UAE Tel: International access Fax: *Please note sevice will be provided only upon relevant travel authorisations. What type of confirmation can I expect from Kanoo Travel? Other Contacts You will receive an confirmation of your booking, which includes an attachment detailing your full itinerary. Hemant Baheti Manager trvlshjmgr@kanoo.ae Tel : Mob : Working hours from :00 Sunday-Thursday 8

9 VISA INFORMATION VISA ON ARRIVAL Visas will be granted on arrival in the UAE for the following nationalities: Germany, Japanese, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, France, Italy, Netherlands, Belgium Luxembourg, Switzerland, Austria, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Portugal, Ireland, Greece, Finland, South Korea, Spain, Monaco, Vatican, Iceland, Andorra, San Marino, Liechtenstein, British, Brunei, UK Overseas Passport Holders born in China and UK Overseas Passport Holders born in Hong Kong. The above nationalities are granted a visa (maximum 30 days) upon arrival. This visa is non extendable. The passport should be valid for 03 months or more prior to the date of travel. Visa is valid for One Single Entry only. Visa is valid for 30 days Stay, and is not extendable. The Passport should be valid for minimum three months prior to the travel date. If more than one person is travelling on one Passport (e.g. parent and child) the visa procedure is different. Please notify & advise clearly in such situations. If the total validity of the Passport is One Year or less from the date of issue, a photocopy of the first three pages of the passport plus a copy of THE COVER OF THE PASSPORT is required. Passengers should travel on the same passport, which were submitted for processing of the visa. VISIT VISA Applicable For: Asians, Africans - (Excluding South Africans), Middle East Nationals (Excluding GCC Nationals), Nationals Not Included In Commonwealth Countries To apply for a Visa via Kanoo Travel Please Kanoo (as per previous page) for information on how to apply via the agency for your visa. You ll need to provide a visa form; a colour scanned passport-sized photo and a colour scanned passport copy. You must comply with UAE laws regarding the issuing of visas. However, we offer no guarantee that production of this document will secure the visa and offer no reimbursement of any monies paid in the event of a visa not being granted. NOTES Applications for Transit Visas are required a minimum of 12 days in advance for Asians and 21 days in advance for Africans (Excluding South African) and Arab Nationals (excluding GCC).

10 Some local information Where are you? Map and facts adapted from the CIA world fact book and In 1971, six of the Trucial States (a British Protectorate from 1820 to 1971) Abu Zaby, 'Ajman, Al Fujayrah, Ash Shariqah, Dubayy, and Umm al Qaywayn merged to form the United Arab Emirates (UAE). They were joined in 1972 by Ra's al Khaymah. The UAE's per capita GDP is on par with those of leading West European nations. Its generosity with oil revenues and its moderate foreign policy stance have allowed the UAE to play a vital role in the affairs of the region. Dubai is the most populated emirate with about 1.5 million people and a population growth rate of 3.7%. There are about three times more males than females as about 70% of the population are labourers from various Asian countries (mostly India) who work in the construction industry. About 19% of the population are Emirati, 23% are from other Arab countries and western expats make up about 3%. The average age is 27. Dubai is an Islamic city but other religions are permitted to practice freely. English is widely spoken. 10

11 Dubai s licensing laws require venues serving alcohol be attached to hotels or a private clubs. It is illegal to drink in the street or in a public space. An interesting view of Dubai is on You Tube from Piers Morgan. This hour long programme is in 7 sections. Find it by typing Piers Morgan Dubai into your search engine. Weather Dubai is subtropical and desert. October max temperatures 360C, min 230C. There is little rainfall. Dress code Dubai is an Islamic country so dress should be modest at all times. Getting there Dubai International Airport is a busy airport with many destinations. Getting around Taxis are plentiful and very reasonable. Money The currency is UAE is Arab Emirates Dirhams (AED). Local time The UAE is 3 hours ahead of GMT. Electrical current 220/240 volts, 3 pin square plugs. 11

12 Your Host School Raffles International School West Campus (RISW), Dubai RISW is a coeducational (K-12) school. At RISW, we take our responsibility for the education, care and welfare of each child very seriously as we help to establish the cornerstones that support the growth of life-long learners and ultimately positive and productive contributors to the communities in which they will live in the future. As soon as you walk onto the West Campus, one has a very strong sense that this is very much a true international school. Established in 2008 with a diverse cultural base of students and teachers representing over 70 countries it is an exciting and stimulating environment of which to be a part. As a candidate school for the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (IB PYP) and an authorized World School for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IB DP), along with offering the Cambridge Lower Secondary Program (CLSP) and the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE), the academic program is designed to offer the young people who attend RISW the opportunity to establish a very sound base for future studies after they finish school, as well as a solid platform for life beyond the school s boundaries. Our ultimate goal is to assist the development of enquiring, thoughtful and considerate young minds to make learning stimulating, challenging, meaningful and enjoyable. We seek to ignite the fire for learning and harness the potential in order that our young people have a thoroughly well rounded learning experience, in its broadest terms. High School Facilities include: Swimming pool, Football pitch, Tennis Courts, Sports Hall, Library and Media Centre, Visual Arts rooms, Music rooms, Dance studio, Science labs, well-resourced Class rooms, 2 ICT rooms, Canteen Raffles International School West Campus (RISW), Dubai (tel: /2) is located in Umm Suqeim near to the Burj Al Arab, Jumeirah Beach Hotel and Madinat Jumeirah and easily accessible from SkZayed Rd, Al Wasl Rd or the Jumeirah Beach Rd 12

13 Here is a link to a Google map of Raffles International School West &safe=on&um=1&ie=UTF8&q=raffles+international+school+west+maps+dubai&fb=1&gl=uk&hq=raffles +international+school+west+maps&hnear=0x3e5f43496ad9c645:0xbde66e ,Dubai+-+United+Arab+Emirates&cid=

14 Innoventures Education Innoventures Education was established in 2004 with the vision of bringing world-class education to Dubai. Our first and flagship school, Dubai International Academy, started in 2005 and within five years, it had become one of the premier international schools in Dubai. In 2010, we partnered with Emaar Properties to take over the management of Raffles International Schools and Nurseries in Dubai, thus increasing our portfolio to three schools and nine nurseries. The newest addition to our portfolio is Collegiate American School, a premium international school that offers the best of American education with a curriculum based on the American Common Core Standards. Today, almost 5,000 pupils from over 80 countries ranging in age from 18 months to 18 years study in schools and nurseries managed by Innoventures Education, making it a significant stakeholder in the education sector in Dubai. Innoventures Education schools and nurseries: Dubai International Academy Raffles International School West Campus Raffles International School South Campus Collegiate American School (commencing September 2011) Arabian Ranches Nursery Dubai Marina Nursery Emirates Hills Nursery Lakes Nursery Lakes Garden Nursery Old Town Nursery Springs Nursery Town Centre Nursery Umm Suqeim Nursery 14

15 Places you might like to try RESTAURANTS You are never far from a restaurant in Dubai and all tastes are catered for. Prices vary greatly. Hotel meals can be pricy but convenient or try one of these websites. SHOPPING Shopping is a pastime in Dubai whether in souks or malls. Mall of the Emirate, Wafi City Mall, IBN Batuta Mall, Burjuman Mall and City Centre Dubai are some of the large malls. Souks Souk Madinat is an indoor, air-conditioned souk with shops lining the streets. EXCURSIONS The big bus company offers a good way to get to see Dubai and runs other tours into the desert, oceans or skies. LEISURE We have adapted the workshop timetable to give you some time to explore Dubai by ending earlier than usual on days 1 and 2. You may wish to go on an excursion this timetable should allow you time to reflect as well. 15

16 Health and Safety information We shall brief you on arrival about what to do in the event of a fire or emergency in the school. If you feel ill during the workshop, please come to the reception desk or call us on: Lesley +44 (0) Kevin +44 (0) Jill +44 (0) Local emergency numbers: Airport Enquiries Ambulance and Police 999 Dentists Dr Michael's Dental Clinic or Drs Nicholas and Asp or Doctors Al Zahra Clinic Dubai London Clinic General Medical Centre Emergency Services (Dubai) Fire 997 Hospitals (all covered in HCT health plan) Private Al Zahra (Sharjah) American Hospital Wellcare Hospital Public Al Wasl (Maternity, Children, Burns) Dubai Hospital (General) Rashid Hospital (Road General, Trauma) Taxis accidents,

17 Ibicus Terms and Conditions Here are the conditions of the agreement between your school or company ("You") and Ibicus International Ltd (company registration no ) and Ibicus UK Ltd (company registration no ), hereafter referred to as Ibicus (or "We/us"). Ibicus runs educational courses and does not own schools, transportation or accommodation. Our Intention We are in business to provide the highest-quality teaching and training of IBDP-related subjects at competitive costs, at convenient times and locations. Our Method For each subject workshop we advertise, we require a minimum number of registered and fully paid participants to make it viable. We try to put together events which make this happen and to make it work we need firm bookings for each subject on a course to ensure our costs are covered. When a course has had the minimum number of bookings paid in full, we can confirm that that course will run. Depending on the venue costs, this minimum number varies, but we will let you know when the course is confirmed to run as soon as we know ourselves. Naturally, we want to run all our courses, but sometimes it just isn't feasible. We only ever cancel as a last resort. Our Agreement This is legally binding and governed by English Law once signed and accepted by us with your payment or booking form. If you apply electronically or by phone, it is binding in the same way. The completion of our online booking form, the raising of an invoice or pro-forma invoice indicates acceptance of your booking by Ibicus and your acceptance of these Terms and Conditions Enrolment You agree to complete the online application form and arrange for full payment of our automatically generated invoice within 30 days of making the booking or sooner if the workshop commences before the 30 day deadline. We agree to provide you or your proposed teacher with tuition, refreshments (and accommodation, if residential) as described by venue in our website or to schools. Payment Payment can be made immediately online via credit card for which you will receive an automatic acknowledgement and receipt. Our payment terms are stated on our pro-forma invoice, and due amounts (if not paying online at the time of booking) must be paid on time and in full, and within 30 days of making the booking or sooner if the workshop commences before the 30 day deadline. Late payments attract an additional fee of 50. No participant will be permitted on to a workshop if we have not received full payment prior to his or her attendance. Please make sure you pay the bank charges for transferring money, so we receive the full due amount. All payments received will be acknowledged via an ed receipt. Payment is available in GB Pounds Sterling for credit card bookings and bank transfers, or a choice of GB Pounds Sterling, Euros or US Dollars for bank transfers, nominated at the time of booking. 17

18 If you make changes to your booking If you have made a booking with us and paid but the workshop is not yet confirmed, you can cancel or make changes. for no further charge other than the workshop fee stated. If you have made a booking with us (and have paid) and we have confirmed the workshop will run you can: Change the name of your teacher at any time and for no charge. Change the subject and/or name of the teacher at any time and for no charge. Change the venue/subject/name of the booking for 50 admin fee at any time. Bulk/Group Booking If you make 6 or more bookings at the same time (for any subjects and venues) you will benefit from a 5% discount. This discount will be removed if payment is not received within 30 days of invoice or immediately if the first workshop falls within 30 days of the invoice date. If we make changes to your booking If we have to change a course, we shall inform you immediately and offer you an alternative workshop or a full refund of fees paid for that course. Cancellation by us Any of our courses may be cancelled if sufficient bookings are not received (and paid for) at least 2 weeks prior to the course starting. If we cancel any courses or part of a course, you are entitled to a full refund of all net payments received by us. You are therefore advised not to make non-refundable travel or accommodation arrangements until you have received our confirmation that the workshop is going ahead. Cancellation by you If you decide to cancel the booking or part of a booking for whatever reason BEFORE the workshop is confirmed, you must tell us in writing or by to lesley@ibicus.org.uk Prior to confirmation of the workshop, your cancellation will not incur liability for any fees due. If you cancel after a workshop has been confirmed as going ahead, the full workshop fees will still be payable, but you may nominate an alternative candidate. Full payment of the course fees is still due, whether a substitute teacher or course is accepted by you or not. Limit to Liability We strongly recommend that you buy insurance to cover the cancellation by us of a course. We are not responsible for any costs associated with flight or travel cancellations, so recommend that only refundable flights are booked prior to confirmation of a course. In the event that a course is cancelled because of insufficient bookings, we offer a full refund of the relevant net fee received. If an event beyond our control occurs, such as a leader being ill or unable to lead a course, or the venue is not available for whatever reason, then we shall try to run the course with a substitute leader or venue. If that is not practical, a full refund of the course fee will be due to you, but no consequential or additional costs will be paid. Copyright Everyone who attends an Ibicus event may have their photograph taken during the event and these photographs may be used by Ibicus in promotional material or as website images, unless an individual gives us written notice before the event of their wish not to be photographed. At no time will the identity of the person in a photograph be available without the prior consent of that individual. 18