BYOD in IBDP (13)

During the 2 years of IB Diploma at DCSG, a number of online resources will be used to help facilitate student learning. To this end students will participate in a Bring Your Own Device program, noting that our program is very flexible with only recommendations regarding the type of device utilised. If there are any tips for choosing a device they are the four simple rules for a school device: - 

  • Excellent battery life
  • Robust (High Build quality with little flex in screen)
  • Small enough to carry and fit into locker/bag
  • Lightweight

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ManageBAC

ManageBac will be utilised by all IB students for many tasks as is there online main portal for their Diploma: -

  • CAS recording and reflection
  • Extended Essay development
  • Timeline Deadlines
  • Internal Assessment Handin
  • Assignments in all courses
  • Registration for the IB Diploma
  • Parental Access to see Units and Assignments
  • Live Gradebook

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Firefly

Will be utilised as a further space to share resources with students to supplement the use of ManageBac. 

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Office 365

Will be utilised as the students main Office account with the usual email, and office applications available both online and also to download to the own device.

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In 2014 entry, 35% of Law entrants to London School of Economics were IB Students. - Peter Fidzuk University Liaison Officer UK