1. IB Learner Profile
Discovery - IB Friday

2. What do each of these words mean to you?
Inquirer
Knowledgeable
Thinker
Communicator
Principled
Open-minded
Caring
Risk-taker
Balanced
Reflective

3. Match the IB Learner Profile attribute to the description
Match the IB Learner Profile attribute to the description. How do these descriptions compare to yours?
Inquirer
Knowledgeable
Thinker
Communicator
Principled
Open-minded
Caring
Risk-taker
Balanced
Reflective
Explore new ideas, resourceful and resilient
Appreciate own culture and that of others
Develop curiosity, lifelong learning
Act with integrity and honesty
Creatively analyze complex problems
Thoughtfully consider the world, ideas and experiences
Develop understanding in a variety of subjects
Express ourselves in many ways and collaborate well
Show empathy, compassion and respect
Achieve well-being for ourselves and others

4. Answers C G E H D B I A J F

5. Risk-takers IB definition: we approach uncertainty with forethought and determination; we work independently and cooperatively to explore new ideas and innovative strategies. We are resourceful and resilient in the face of challenge and change.
Examples of being a risk-taker
Non-examples of being a risk-taker
This IB Learner Profile attribute can sometimes be misleading for adolescents. Use this time to clearly define what it means to be a risk-taker and what is NOT meant by being a risk-taker. Focus on key words in the description which will help students formulate a concrete definition for this attribute.

6. The IB Learner Profile in action
What examples of the IB Learner Profile do you see in the videos?
Click HERE for video.

7. Reflection
Write down the IB Learner Profile attribute which is your greatest strength and provide examples of how you have demonstrated this trait.
Write down the IB Learner Profile attribute which you think offers the greatest opportunity for growth and explain how you can improve in this area.
Share with a partner

8. Exit ticket
Create a drawing that depicts one of the IB Learner Profile attributes.
If time permits, see if other students in the class can guess which one you chose.