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 Frequently Asked questions (FAQ'S)
About IGCSE & IB Curriculum |
How IGCSE / IB different from other Boards ?
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| Although the depth & flexibility provided by all boards is more or less at par. It is the "Methodology" & "Delivery of Content" that makes all the difference.IGCSE / IB programme are more practical and application based. It believers more in all round - development of children. Their exams test student's knowledge and reasoning, problem solving abilities and not their memory and speed. In I.B & IGCSE there will be more projects, more activities, more interactive, team base learning & enquiry based learning. They arose curiosity in the minds of students & make them lifelong learners. Here you compete with yourself. No peer competition, no head on competition.
The programmes are conducted as per the international syllabus, under the strict study structure of the University of Cambridge / I.B organization, with examination papers sent and marked by the CIE / IB thus ensuring the same quality standards experienced by a student studying for a similar programme anywhere in the world. In fact faculty members are also trained by them to enable them to impart similar quality standards in teaching. It is a guaranteed passport for those students who want to pursue their college education abroad. |
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Do local Boards & universities accept IGCSE / IB ? Is it recognized in India ?
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Yes, very much. All Indian Boards / universities accept IGCSE as equivalent to Xth standard. All universities in India accept IB Diploma as equivalent to H.S.C.Thus after passing these exams student can enroll in any college in India for higher studies. Thus they are fully recognized in India in all respects. They can appear for engineering & medical entrance examinations.
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Is it a case that IGCSE / IB Board are suitable only for students who are going to pursue their studies abroad ?
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This is not the case. They are normal examination like our S.S.C & H.S.C.But when we look for more globalization, more international outlook, more challenging, more demanding, more grueling, more quality, then they are certainly preferred over local boards, even if you want to continue to study in India.
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| Will there be any examination after Xth Std. ? |
| In IGCSE curriculam,there will be an examination after Xth std.In IB curriculum exam will be taken only at the end of XIIth std.Both the examination will be taken by us at "Learning Panorama School" at Borivli (West). |
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| Are these examinations difficult ? |
| Not at all. Our Indian school pattern of education on the contrary makes such examination easy. Syllabus is light but deep. |
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| What are the subjects for IGCSE / IB ? |
| IGCSE : VIII Standard : ( Check Point ) |
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| Compulsory ( Exam Based ) |
Activity based : |
Optional (any one) |
| 1. English Language |
8. PT |
11. Hindi |
| 2. Physics |
9. Music |
12. French |
| 3. Chemistry |
10. Drama |
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| 4. Mathematics |
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| 5. Biology |
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| 6. Social Science |
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| 7. Computer Studies |
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| IGCSE : IX & X standards |
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| Science ( Compulsory Subjects ) |
Commerce (Compulsory subjects) |
Optional (any one) |
| 1. English as first language |
1.English as first language |
1.French |
| 2. Physics |
2.Business Studies |
2.Music |
| 3. Chemistry |
3.Mathematics |
3.Drama |
| 4. Biology |
4.Accounting |
4.Art & Design(Graphics) |
| 5. Mathematics |
5.Economics |
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| 6. Business Studies |
6.Computing |
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| When are the examinations held ? What is the Academic Calendar ? |
| IGCSE |
VIII standard : |
April |
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IX & X standard |
May / June |
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| IB |
XII standard |
May / November ( twice in a year ) |
Academic calendar will be normal i.e 15/6 to 15/3. |
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| Are there any prescribed text books ? |
| Both the courses give the detailed framework and outline within the school has to develop their own study materials. There are no prescribed text books. Schools have given flexibility to adapt the curriculum best suited to local conditions & environment. |
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| Who will coach & prepare students for these examinations ? |
| We at Learning Panorama will provide coaching for both these examinations. Our faculties trained by CIE / IB authorities will impart local level curriculum duly approved by those boards. |
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| Upto now my child was in SSC / ICSE , can he change over ? Will transition will be smooth ? |
| Certainly. There are no hic ups.We take care of the 'transition' related issues. If the child has proper attitude & aptitude he can easily switch over from local board to IGCSE / IB board. We have induction programme before commencement for such students. |
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| Why step fees ? Is it only for elite ? |
| Similar course in any other country will cost about £ 12,000 to £ 15,000 (Rs.9 to 12 lakhs) or U.S. $ 20,000 to $ 30,000 (Rs.9.50 to Rs. 13.00 lakhs).As against in India it is being offered at Learning Panorama for Rs. 6.00 lakhs.(For XI & XII)Faculties are to be trained abroad,co-ordinators are generally expartiate.Small group wise studies, best international level infras,low student teacher ratio, heavy registration & examination fees, continuous monitoring of the progress of the students pushes the cost budget & hence the fees. But be assured, you get more value for your money. You are investing in your child's education. |
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| Why should we select IB / IGCSE for our child ? |
1. The IB / IGCSE studies has earned universal reputation for rigorous assessment, giving students across to the top colleges and universities in India and the world. They are fast becoming the programme of choice for Indian students preparing to pursue higher education abroad and in India.
2. Their curriculum equips students with the tools needed to succeed in higher education, such as self confidence,preparedness,research skills, organizational skills and being actively engaged in own learning.
3. University admissions around the world are getting competitive by the day.Addmission officers are increasingly looking for other evidence that a student will succeed in the university - such as expo sure t o quality curriculam,research abilities, international outlook and social service - all enhanced by IGCSE / IB. |
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| What are IB World Schools / CIE Entres ? |
Schools recognized by the International Baccalaureate Organization and offering the IB curriculum are known as IB World Schools. Similarly schools approved as 'Authorized Centre' by CIE are called as CIE centres.In Bombay IB schools are:
| 1. American school of Bombay at BKC } Offering all 3 prog.PYP, MYP & DP (I to XII) |
| 2. Ecole Mondiale World School at Juhu |
| 3. Dhirubhai Ambani International School at BKC |
| 4. Jamnabai Narsee School at Vile Parle } Offering only IB Diploma (XI & XII ) |
| 5. Podar International School at Santacruz |
| 6. B.D.Somani School at Cuffe Parade |
School numbered at 2 to 6 have started very recently and are yet to be authorized as 'IB schools'. Fees are in the range of 6 to 12 lakhs. At Learning Panorama we will be offering all the three programmes at initial fees of Rs5 to 5.5 lakhs. |
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| What is TOK , EE and CAS ? |
Theory of knowledge is an essay of 1,200 - 1,600 words written on a given title (from a choice of ten), followed by a ten - minute presentation of the essay by the diploma student in class.
Extended Essay is an original independent research leading a DP student to produce a comprehensive written piece of 3,500 - 4,000 words in any chosen subject and title.
Under Creative, Action and service, each DP student must complete atleast 150 hours spread out over one - and - a - half years, engaging in some form of creativity, participating in sport or other physical action, and doing social service.
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| Will there be any problem on "Availability of teachers" ? |
Learning Panorama is founded not by philanthropic persons. Master mind behind the school is Mr. Deepak Mistry who in spite of being a gold medalist postgraduate, rank holder Charted Accountant, Cost Accountant & Charted Accountant & Charted Secretary is in teaching field from the day one of his career. He has a vast talent pool of skilled teachers and faculties to bring out the best of his students. In fact from last 27 years he is doing the same job - "High performance delivered - consistently".Maths and science teachers will be provided by Mr.O.P.Sinhal, also a promoter of the school and proprietor of well reputed Sinhal Classes for ICSE and science students since 1981.Teachers training and life skill developments will be looked after by another promoter of the school, Ms.Suman, who is holding a degree in "Education Management" and is in education training for over twenty years.
THUS STRONG ACADEMICS WILL BE THE CORE COMPETENCY OF Learning Panorama |
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