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7 Key Ways IB Partnership Successfully Transforms Public Education in South Korea

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The International Baccalaureate is strengthening its partnership with South Korean Offices of Education to support the expansion of IB programmes in public schools. The collaboration focuses on sustainable growth, teacher development, and aligning international education standards with national priorities, helping create a more globally competitive and future-ready education system in South Korea.

IB Establishes AI Principles to Support Schools in 2026

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The International Baccalaureate (IB) has introduced AI principles to guide schools in adopting artificial intelligence responsibly. Focusing on ethics, student well-being, transparency, and critical thinking, these guidelines help schools balance innovation with effective learning in a rapidly evolving digital education landscape.

IB Curriculum Updates 2026–2027: Key Changes and University Readiness

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Discover the New IB Curriculum Changes 2026-2027 and find out how the International Baccalaureate will strengthen its Diploma Programme and Career-related Programme. This complete guide reveals subject changes related to disciplines like Mathematics, History, Computer Science, and Global Politics, along with new schedules for instruction, testing, and university admission requirements. Discover how the current IB curriculum changes emphasize thinking critically, learning across subjects, developing digital abilities, and acquiring a global outlook. Read on to discover how IB curriculum updates prepare students for college requirements by fostering research and analytical skills, among others.

North Carolina Launches Powerful Partnership with IB to Expand Advanced Learning Statewide in 2026

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The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction has partnered with the International Baccalaureate (IB) to expand access to advanced learning opportunities across the state, aiming to make rigorous, globally recognised education more accessible to all students. Through initiatives like the District IB Leader Network, enhanced collaboration between schools and districts, and targeted professional development for educators, the partnership is strengthening the implementation of IB programmes and improving support systems. The effort reflects a broader commitment to educational equity, innovation, and preparing students with the critical thinking, global awareness, and skills needed for future success.

2025 Report Reveals How IB in Canada Is Expanding Access and Transforming Student Outcomes

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International Baccalaureate (IB) has published a report on the growth and success story of the program in Canada for 2025. The results indicate that not only the growth of the program is evident but also high academic achievements of IB students in Canada where IB is available at 383 schools with majority being public institutions and also in the areas of science and engineering.

The Powerful Impact of IB Education Takes Center Stage at Rivercrest Festival of Learning in 2025

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The International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum came to life at Rivercrest Christian College’s Festival of Learning, where students across the PYP, MYP, and DP showcased their academic journeys through inquiry-driven projects and reflections. From early explorations of global issues to advanced research and critical thinking, the event highlighted how IB education nurtures independence, creativity, and real-world understanding while bringing the entire school community together.

The Powerful Impact of PYP Students Solving Clean Water Challenges in South Sudan in 2026

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In Nam Sung Elementary School, which is an authorized PYP World School for the International Baccalaureate program, students of Grade 4 were able to take their inquiry learning to practical action through a project entitled “Bringing Clean Water to South Sudan.” Through their reading of A Long Walk to Water, students have learned about the lack of clean water sources in South Sudan and decided to act on their own accord to collect money and spread awareness through a student-led campaign.

IB Introduces Powerful New Assessment Guidelines Ahead of May 2025 Exams

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In order to enhance security and fairness in the examinations, and also make them consistent across the world, the International Baccalaureate has made modifications to its assessment procedures for the upcoming examination session of May 2025. These modifications consist of extra exam paper variations, improved supervision practices, change in examination timings in specific regions, and restrictions on the use of technology like clearing GDC memory.