Shadowing Practice: The IB Program: The Global School Curriculum - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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In 1968, a group of innovative educators founded the International Baccalaureate,
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In 1968, a group of innovative educators founded the International Baccalaureate,
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or IB for short, an educational non-profit organization based in Geneva, Switzerland.
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Its principles are based on the pedagogy of Marie-Thérèse Moret.
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She believed that all children should gain a global perspective on our world before they study at their own national history.
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should further always practice two languages to learn a second form of communication
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and with it a new mode of thinking inherent to the second language.
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Schools that meet the standards can partner with the IB organization.
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For a fee, they can be certified and then offer their students an international education that is valid all over the world.
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The goal?
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To provide kids with the intellectual,
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emotional and social skills needed to live,
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learn and work in a globalizing world.
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IB programs encourage personal and academic achievement.
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They are fun and academically challenging at first and highly demanding later.
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Currently there are four different programs.
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1. The Primary Years Program.
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This is for kids between 3 to 12 and is designed to encourage the children to ask some of life's big questions.
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How does the world work?
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Who am I?
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How can we build a sustainable society.
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In addition, there are six classic subject areas,
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such as language, maths, social studies,
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science, art and physical exercise.
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2. The Middle Years Program.
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Designed for teenagers ranging from 11 to 16,
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it asks us to understand ourselves in a global context.
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We learn about our identity,
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culture, relationships, as well as globalization and sustainability.
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In addition, there are now also design, literature and health.
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3. The Diploma Programme.
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This is a two-year program for students aged 16 to 19 who seek a certified qualification to enter a university
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or another higher education institution.
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In addition to six elective classes,
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it consists of three core subjects.
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1. Extended essay writings, 4,000 words.
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2. Theory of knowledge, in which students learn to reflect on the nature of their own knowledge.
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And 3.
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Creativity, action and service to learn creative thinking through experience and social work.
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The Career-Related Programme It aims to prepare students for the professional world and help them identify career options.
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To pass it, students have to do two complete diploma programmes,
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study personal and professional skills and advanced language,
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and how to execute and learn from a big project.
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Later, they seek practical experience to get prepared for their first job or an internship.
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Today, around 5,000 schools all around the globe offer IB programs.
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Some IB diploma students say it is a very stressful experience with little time for anything else
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but studying all day and evenings.
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Others say that it's hard work and challenging
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but once they graduate they look back to a good and valuable time in their life.
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About This Lesson

In this lesson, learners will explore the International Baccalaureate (IB) program, which is designed to provide students with a global perspective and a challenging educational experience. By watching the video, you will practice your listening skills while enhancing your understanding of the various IB programs, including the Primary Years Program, the Middle Years Program, the Diploma Programme, and the Career-Related Programme. 

This lesson will not only help you improve English pronunciation but also expose you to educational vocabulary and concepts. Engaging with the content through shadowing techniques will help you develop fluency and confidence in your spoken English.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • International Baccalaureate (IB): A globally recognized educational framework.
  • Global Perspective: Understanding and considering various world views and cultures.
  • Primary Years Program: An IB program for children aged 3 to 12.
  • Diploma Programme: A two-year program for students aged 16 to 19, aimed at university readiness.
  • Creativity, Action and Service: A core component of the Diploma Programme promoting community engagement.
  • Sustainability: The ability to maintain ecological balance for future generations.
  • Emotional and Social Skills: Skills required to effectively interact with others and manage one's own emotions.
  • Shadowing: A technique to improve language skills by mimicking native speakers.

Practice Tips

To effectively practice your English skills using the video, employ the shadowing technique. Follow these tips for a successful learning experience:

  • Listen Actively: Pay close attention to the speaker's pronunciation, intonation, and rhythm. This will help you become more aware of how words are connected in natural speech.
  • Shadowing at Your Pace: Start by listening to the entire video at a slower speed. Once you feel comfortable, gradually increase the speed to match the original.
  • Repetition: Don’t hesitate to pause and repeat phrases multiple times. This will help improve your English pronunciation and build muscle memory for producing sounds correctly.
  • Use Subtitles: If available, turn on closed captions as you listen. This can help you associate spoken words with their written forms.
  • Record Yourself: After shadowing, try to summarize what you heard in your own words and record yourself. Comparing your recording with the original will highlight areas for improvement and enhance your shadow speech skills.

By incorporating these shadowing practices into your routine, you will enhance your proficiency and overall communication abilities, preparing you for various academic and professional contexts in a globalizing world.

What is the Shadowing Technique?

Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.

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