Resources
For Educators
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This hub is a work in progress, but it’s where you can find thoughtfully created and curated resources designed to empower educators in creating meaningful learning experiences.
Whether you’re new to conceptual learning or looking to refine your practice, explore materials that support student engagement, foster inquiry and bridge connections across disciplines. Many of these resources are inspired by Drs Lynn Erickson and Lois Lanning’s Concept-Based Curriculum and Instruction model and are designed to help you move learning from what to why.
MYP English Language & Literature
A Conceptual Scope & Sequence
MYP key concepts allow for breadth, whilst the related concepts allow for depth. But…
- How do we avoid repetition of broad concepts like ‘character’ across grade levels?
- What do we actually do with the related concepts?
- How do we ensure that students develop an understanding of big ideas, rather than just a definitional understanding of words?
Conceptualising the Objectives/Criteria
Objectives give us something to work towards… but do our students really understand why they are working towards them (other than, of course, “because this will be on the assessment”)? This resource takes the MYP objectives/criteria for Language & Literature (Year 5) and conceptualises them into transferable understandings. Included with those understandings are guiding questions. Each objective is also aligned with one or two key ATL skills. You can read more about the development of this resource here.
Formative Assessment Choice Board
These are some generic ideas for supporting students to meet the objectives: low-stakes learning engagements linked to each of the four assessment criteria.
Interdisciplinary and Project-Based Learning
Scaffolding Interdisciplinary Thinking
Unlike the MYP subject objectives, which are scaffolded by year (MYP 1, 3 and 5), the objectives for Interdisciplinary Learning are the same across all 5 years of the programme. This resource develops age-appropriate understandings linked to the Interdisciplinary Learning objectives to provide a progression of thinking for students across the different stages of the MYP. Also included are guiding questions and suggestions for Visible Thinking Routines or teaching strategies that can be used to develop interdisciplinary understandings. These understandings are generic and not specific to any topic or subject content.
Leveraging Digital Tools for Interdisciplinary Learning
During lockdown, when most schools were online, I curated a list of digital tools that could be leveraged during each phase of the Interdisciplinary Learning process. I have resurrected that resource and used Napkin AI to turn it into a visual, with some new additions. I’m sure there are more that I don’t even know about…
MYP Project Scaffolds
Introduce the Community and Personal Projects objectives earlier in the MYP to build independent inquiry habits in a low-stakes, supportive environment. Each project objective is aligned with one or two key ATL skills and includes teaching tools, strategies, guiding questions, and conceptual understandings to help students understand the “why” behind their actions. Some strategies are sourced from the Community Project and Personal Project books I’ve co-authored with Laura England, with page references included. You can read more about these resources here.
Pedagogical Leadership
Unit Experience Map
A one-page planning tool that maps a unit from the learner’s side as well as your own. It tracks what students are likely to experience across the unit, and what you’ll be paying attention to in response, on the same page.
Google Doc (feel free to make a copy for yourself)MYP Approaches to Learning to Skill Progression
Map student growth across all five ATL skill categories with clear developmental milestones from novice to expert. This framework provides practical descriptors for Communication, Social, Self-Management, Research, and Thinking skills across the MYP years. Use it to plan vertical alignment, differentiate instruction, or help students set personalised learning goals.
IB Approaches to Teaching Self-Reflection and Professional Growth Plan
A comprehensive self-reflection tool guiding IB educators through all six Approaches to Teaching with clear progression indicators from novice to master. Each ATT includes targeted growth strategies, curated resources (books, podcasts, courses), and actionable next steps. Identify where you are, where you want to go, and how to get there.
Synergising IB ATT & ATL
Connect the six Approaches to Teaching with the five ATL skill categories in one powerful framework. For each ATT, see which specific ATL skills students develop, evidence-based classroom strategies to implement, and proven thinking routines. Plan with intention to ensure your instructional choices build transferable skills students need.
Reflection & Improvement Tool for Pedagogical Leaders & Leadership teams
An extension of the individual Self-Reflection and Professional Growth Plan, this tool is designed for leaders and leadership teams to assess collective efficacy and identify areas for organisational growth and improvement.
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