IB News

Author: IB News Desk

68 articles

CareerEducation & Learning

IB Exams Cancelled in UAE 2026: Critical NECM Alternative Grading System Explained

IB News Desk

Final examinations for IBO students in the United Arab Emirates are canceled for 2026 because of existing tensions in the region. However, the Non-Exam Contingency Measure (NECM) is going to be used for assessing the performance of students according to internal assessments, course work, and their records. At the same time, IBO is going to cooperate with various universities throughout the world so that they accept the new system of grading, while distance learning continues in the meantime.

Education & LearningIB News

Inclusive Excellence Report 2024–2025 Reveals Growth, Access and Outcomes in U.S. IB Schools

IB News Desk

The International Baccalaureate has just released a new, detailed document titled “The International Baccalaureate in the United States: Growth, Access and Outcomes 2024-2025”, which focuses on how IB programs have grown, who is accessing the programs, and how students are performing. This Inclusive Excellence Report examines data across the United States and presents a clear view of student reach, school-level development, and program impact. The tone of the report is analytical, and the data has been organized in a structured format to support educators, policymakers, and stakeholders.