Master of International Education (International Baccalaureate) (MC-INTEDIB) // Attributes, outcomes and skills

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of the course, graduates should be able to:

• Demonstrate a superior knowledge and understanding of educational theory in the field of international education;
• Have an understanding of the theory and practice of educational research needed to evaluate research literature and carry out appropriate inquiry/research activity;
• Make effective use of the findings of educational writings and research in formulating solutions to issues or challenges in the area of international education;
• Demonstrate depth of knowledge and understanding that will enable them to be a resource for colleagues regarding issues in international education in particular professional situations; and
• Demonstrate an appreciation of professional responsibilities and ethical principles in relation to the promotion of learning and teaching which should characterise leaders in the education profession.

Generic skills

• Demonstrate essential knowledge and understanding of the philosophy of IB Education programmes;
• Understand the key concepts of curriculum, assessment and pedagogy that underpin the IB;
• Evaluate and use critical reflection of educational writing and research; and
• Comprehend the intellectual, social and psychological aspects of their work with learners and synthesise theory and practice;
• Evaluate and reflect upon their teaching and on the work of the institutions/ communities in which they teach;
• Demonstrate essential knowledge and skills in relation to effective curriculum, assessment and reporting and pedagogical design;
• Comprehend the intellectual, social and psychological aspects of their work with learners and synthesise theory and practice;
• Understand the significance of developing their practice on the basis of research evidence;
• Evaluate and use constructive criticism of their own work and of the institutions/ communities in which they teach;
• Be able to articulate research in written and oral presentations.
• Conduct education research in an ethical manner;
• Apply research findings with creativity and initiative to professional practice;
• Effectively use ICT to participate in learning communities as a source of professional learning;
• Undertake data management, analysis and report writing using pre-existing small-scale qualitative and quantitative data sets;

Graduate attributes

Graduates of the Master of International Education (International Baccalaureate) engage with national and global issues and are attuned to internationalism and cultural diversity. They can apply knowledge, information and their own research in classrooms in a range of contexts and are effective oral and written communicators. Graduates have engaged with contemporary local, national and global issues and developed an understanding of the IB’s mission, purpose and philosophy. They have a high regard for human rights, social inclusion, ethics and the environment. Graduates are also aware of the social and cultural diversity in communities and can work collaboratively with people from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds.