Arts

MYP Year 1 Standards (6th Grade or 7th Grade)

Criterion A: Knowing and understanding
i. demonstrate awareness of the art form studied, including the use of appropriate language
ii. demonstrate awareness of the relationship between the art form and its context
iii. demonstrate awareness of the links between the knowledge acquired and artwork created.
Criterion B: Developing skills
i. demonstrate the acquisition and development of the skills and techniques of the art form studied
ii. demonstrate the application of skills and techniques to create, perform and/or present art.
Criterion C: Thinking creatively
i. identify an artistic intention
ii. identify alternatives and perspectives
iii. demonstrate the exploration of ideas.
Criterion D: Responding
i. identify connections between art forms; art and context, or art and prior learning
ii. recognize that the world contains inspiration or influence for art
iii. evaluate certain elements or principles of artwork.

MYP Year 3 Standards (7th Grade or 8th Grade)

Criterion A: Knowing and understanding
i. demonstrate knowledge of the art form studied, including concepts, processes, and the use of appropriate language
ii. demonstrate knowledge of the role of the art form in original or displaced contexts
iii. use acquired knowledge to inform their artwork.
Criterion B: Developing skills
i. demonstrate the acquisition and development of the skills and techniques of the art form studied
ii. demonstrate the application of skills and techniques to create, perform and/or present art.
Criterion C: Thinking creatively
i. outline a clear and feasible artistic intention
ii. outline alternatives, perspectives, and imaginative solutions
iii. demonstrate the exploration of ideas through the developmental process to a point of realization.
Criterion D: Responding
i. outline connections and transfer learning to new settings
ii. create an artistic response inspired by the world around them
iii. evaluate the artwork of self and others.
 Design
MYP Year 1 Standards (6th Grade or 7th Grade)
Criterion A: Inquiring and analyzing
i. explain and justify the need for a solution to a problem
ii. state and prioritize the main points of research needed to develop a solution to the problem
iii. describe the main features of one existing product that inspires a solution to the problem
iv. present the main findings of relevant research.
Criterion B: Developing ideas
i. develop a list of success criteria for the solution
ii. present feasible design ideas, which can be correctly interpreted by others
iii. present the chosen design
iv. create a planning drawing/diagram which outlines the main details for making the chosen solution.
Criterion C: Creating the solution
i. outline a plan, which considers the use of resources and time, sufficient for peers to be able to follow to create the solution
ii. demonstrate excellent technical skills when making the solution
iii. follow the plan to create the solution, which functions as intended
iv. list the changes made to the chosen design and plan when making the solution.
Criterion D: Evaluating
i. outline simple, relevant testing methods, which generate data, to measure the success of the solution
ii. outline the success of the solution against the design specification
iii. outline how the solution could be improved
iv. outline the impact of the solution on the client/target audience.

MYP Year 3 Standards (7th Grade or 8th Grade)

Criterion A: Inquiring and analyzing
i. explain and justify the need for a solution to a problem
ii. construct a research plan, which states and prioritizes the primary and secondary research needed to develop a solution to the problem
iii. analyse a group of similar products that inspire a solution to the problem
iv. develop a design brief, which presents the analysis of relevant research.
Criterion B: Developing ideas
i. develop a design specification which outlines the success criteria for the design of a solution based on the data collected
ii. present a range of feasible design ideas, which can be correctly interpreted by others
iii. present the chosen design and outline the reasons for its selection
iv. develop accurate planning drawings/diagrams and outline requirements for the creation of the chosen solution.
Criterion C: Creating the solution
i. outline a plan, which considers the use of resources and time, sufficient for peers to be able to follow to create the solution
ii. demonstrate excellent technical skills when making the solution
iii. follow the plan to create the solution, which functions as intended
iv. list the changes made to the chosen design and plan when making the solution.
Criterion D: Evaluating
i. outline simple, relevant testing methods, which generate data, to measure the success of the solution
ii. outline the success of the solution against the design specification
iii. outline how the solution could be improved
iv. outline the impact of the solution on the client/target audience.
 Individuals and Societies (Social Studies)
MYP Year 1 Standards (6th Grade or 7th Grade)
Criterion A: Knowing and understanding
i. use vocabulary in context
ii. demonstrate knowledge and understanding of subject-specific content and concepts, using descriptions, explanations and examples.
Criterion B: Investigating
i. explain the choice of a research question
ii. follow an action plan to explore a research question
iii. collect and record relevant information consistent with the research question
iv. reflect on the process and results of the investigation.
Criterion C: Communicating
i. communicate information and ideas with clarity
ii. organize information and ideas effectively for the task
iii. list sources of information in a way that follows the task instructions.
Criterion D: Thinking critically
i. identify the main points of ideas, events, visual representation or arguments
ii. use information to justify an opinion
iii. identify and analyse a range of sources/data in terms of origin and purpose
iv. identify different views and their implications.

MYP Year 3 Standards (7th Grade or 8th Grade)

Criterion A: Knowing and understanding
i. use a range of terminology in context
ii. demonstrate knowledge and understanding of subject-specific content and concepts, through descriptions, explanations and examples.
Criterion B: Investigating
i. formulate/choose a clear and focused research question, explaining its relevance
ii. formulate and follow an action plan to investigate a research question
iii. use methods to collect and record relevant information
iv. evaluate the process and results of the investigation, with guidance
Criterion C: Communicating
i. communicate information and ideas in a way that is appropriate for the audience and purpose
ii. structure information and ideas according to the task instructions
iii. create a reference list and cite sources of information.
Criterion D: Thinking critically
i. analyse concepts, issues, models, visual representation and/or theories
ii. summarize information to make valid, well-supported arguments
iii. analyse a range of sources/data in terms of origin and purpose, recognizing value and limitations
iv. recognize different perspectives and explain their implications.
 Language Acquisition (World Languages & English Learners)
MYP Emergent - Phases 1-2 (Beginner or English Learner levels 1-2)
Criterion A: Listening
i. identify explicit and implicit information (facts, opinions,messages supporting details) in a wide variety of simple authentic texts
ii. analyse conventions in a wide variety of simple authentic texts
iii. analyse connections in a wide variety of simple authentic texts
Criterion B: Reading
i. identify explicit and implicit information (facts, opinions, messages, supporting details) in a wide variety of simple authentic texts
ii. analyse conventions in a wide variety of simple authentic texts.
iii. analyse connections in a wide variety of simple authentic texts.
Criterion C: Speaking
i. use a wide range of vocabulary
ii. use a wide range of grammatical structures generally accurately
iii. use clear pronunciation and intonation in a comprehensible manner
iv. communicate almost all the required information clearly and effectively.
Criterion D: Writing
i. use a wide range of vocabulary
ii. use a wide range of grammatical structures generally accurately
iii. organize information effectively and coherently in an appropriate format using a wide range of simple cohesive devices
iv. communicate all the required information with a clear sense of audience and purpose to suit the context

MYP Capable - Phases 3-4 (Intermediate or English Learner levels 3-4)

Criterion A: Listening
i. identify explicit and implicit information (facts and/or opinions, and supporting details)
ii. analyse conventions; iii. analyse connections.
Criterion B: Reading
i. identify explicit and implicit information (facts and/or opinions, and supporting details)
ii. analyse conventions
iii. analyse connections
Criterion C: Speaking
i. use a wide range of vocabulary;
ii. use a wide range of grammatical structures generally accurately
iii. use clear pronunciation and intonation in a comprehensible manner
iv. during interaction, communicate all or almost all the required information clearly and effectively.
Criterion D: Writing
i. use a wide range of vocabulary
ii. use a wide range of grammatical structures generally accurately
iii. organize information effectively and coherently in an appropriate format using a wide range of simple and complex cohesive devices
iv. communicate all or almost all the required information with a clear sense of audience and purpose to suit the context.
 Language (American Sign Language and Classical)
MYP Years 1-3 American Sign Language
Criterion A: View language
i. view, understand and extract information from signed text.
Criterion B: Express language
i. produce signed text (use visual language, signs and non-manual features) to express experiences, convey meanings and ideas.
Criterion C: Exchange language
i. establish and maintain a signed exchange.

MYP Year 1 Classical languages

Criterion A: Understanding language
i. recall a range of vocabulary
ii. identify and translate accidence and syntax of appropriate complexity
iii. describe how the classical language builds meaning in words, phrases and sentences.
Criterion B: Comprehending texts
i. translate short passages of the classical language in light of the idiom of the response language
ii. interpret the stated meaning of texts in the classical language.
Criterion C: Analyzing texts
i. understand the content, structure and meaning of a simplified prepared text or translation of a classical text
ii. recognize cultural perspectives expressed in prepared texts
iii. present informed responses.
Criterion D: Connecting cultures and societies
i. investigate the cultures and societies in which the classical language was developed and used
ii. identify how the classical society, culture or language has (or has not) influenced other societies, cultures or languages
iii. summarize connections between language and culture.

MYP Year 3 Classical languages

Criterion A: Understanding language
i. recall a range of vocabulary
ii. identify and translate accidence and syntax of appropriate complexity
iii. describe how the classical language builds meaning in words, phrases and sentences.
Criterion B: Comprehending texts
i. translate passages of the classical language in light of the context of the passage and the idiom of the response language
ii. interpret the stated and implied meaning of texts in the classical language.
Criterion C: Analyzing texts
i. analyse the content, structure, meaning and significance of simplified prepared texts
ii. describe cultural perspectives expressed in prepared texts
iii. construct informed, coherent responses.
Criterion D: Connecting cultures and societies
i. investigate the cultures and societies in which the classical language was developed and used
ii. explain how the classical society, culture or language has (or has not) influences other societies, cultures or languages
iii. present ideas and arguments about the connections between language and culture.
 Language and Literature (ELA)
MYP Year 1 Standards (6th Grade or 7th Grade)
Criterion A: Analyzing
i. identify and comment upon significant aspects of texts
ii. identify and comment upon the creator’s choices
iii. justify opinions and ideas, using examples, explanations and terminology
iv. identify similarities and differences in features within and between texts.
Criterion B: Organizing
i. employ organizational structures that serve the context and intention
ii. organize opinions and ideas in a logical manner
iii. use referencing and formatting tools to create a presentation style suitable to the context and intention.
Criterion C: Producing texts
i. produce texts that demonstrate thought and imagination while exploring new perspectives and ideas arising from personal engagement with the
creative process
ii. make stylistic choices in terms of linguistic, literary and visual devices, demonstrating awareness of impact on an audience
iii. select relevant details and examples to support ideas.
Criterion D: Using language
i. use appropriate and varied vocabulary, sentence structures and forms of expression
ii. write and speak in an appropriate register and style
iii. use correct grammar, syntax and punctuation
iv. spell (alphabetic languages), write (character languages) and pronounce with accuracy
v. use appropriate non-verbal communication techniques.

MYP Year 3 Standards (7th Grade or 8th Grade)

Criterion A: Analyzing
i. identify and explain the content, context, language, structure, technique and style of text(s) and the relationship among texts
ii. identify and explain the effects of the creator’s choices on an audience
iii. justify opinions and ideas, using examples, explanations and terminology
iv. interpret similarities and differences in features within and between genres and texts.
Criterion B: Organizing
i. employ organizational structures that serve the context and intention
ii. organize opinions and ideas in a coherent and logical manner
iii. use referencing and formatting tools to create a presentation style suitable to the context and intention.
Criterion C: Producing texts
i. produce texts that demonstrate thought, imagination and sensitivity, while exploring and considering new perspectives and ideas arising from
personal engagement with the creative process
ii. make stylistic choices in terms of linguistic, literary and visual devices, demonstrating awareness of impact on an audience
iii. select relevant details and examples to develop ideas.
Criterion D: Using language
i. use appropriate and varied vocabulary, sentence structures and forms of expression
ii. write and speak in an appropriate register and style
iii. use correct grammar, syntax and punctuation
iv. spell (alphabetic languages), write (character languages) and pronounce with accuracy
v. use appropriate non-verbal communication techniques.
 Math
MYP Year 1 Standards (6th Grade or 7th Grade)
Criterion A: Knowing and understanding
i. select appropriate mathematics when solving problems in both familiar and unfamiliar situations
ii. apply the selected mathematics successfully when solving problems
iii. solve problems correctly in a variety of contexts.
Criterion B: Investigating patterns
i. apply mathematical problem-solving techniques to recognize patterns
ii. describe patterns as relationships or general rules consistent with correct findings
iii. verify whether the pattern works for other examples.
Criterion C: Communicating
i. use appropriate mathematical language (notation, symbols & terminology) in both oral & written statements
ii. use appropriate forms of mathematical representation to present information
iii. communicate coherent mathematical lines of reasoning
iv. organize information using a logical structure.
Criterion D: Applying mathematical reasoning in real-life contexts
i. identify relevant elements of authentic real-life situations
ii. select appropriate mathematical strategies when solving authentic real-life situations
iii. apply the selected mathematical strategies successfully to reach a solution
iv. explain the degree of accuracy of a solution
v. describe whether a solution makes sense in the context of the authentic real-life situation.

MYP Year 3 Standards (7th Grade or 8th Grade)

Criterion A: Knowing and understanding
i. select appropriate mathematics when solving problems in both familiar and unfamiliar situations
ii. apply the selected mathematics successfully when solving problems
iii. solve problems correctly in a variety of contexts.
Criterion B: Investigating patterns
i. apply mathematical problem-solving techniques to discover complex patterns
ii. describe patterns as relationships and/or general rules consistent with correct findings
iii. verify and justify relationships and/or general rules.
Criterion C: Communicating
i. use appropriate mathematical language (notation, symbols & terminology) in both oral & written statements
ii. use appropriate forms of mathematical representation to present information
iii. move between different forms of mathematical representation
iv. communicate coherent mathematical lines of reasoning
v. organize information using a logical structure.
Criterion D: Applying mathematical reasoning in real-life contexts
i. identify relevant elements of authentic real-life situations
ii. select appropriate mathematical strategies when solving authentic real-life situations
iii. apply the selected mathematical strategies successfully to reach a solution
iv. explain the degree of accuracy of a solution
v. explain whether a solution makes sense in the context of the authentic real-life situation.
 Physical and Health Education
MYP Year 1 Standards (6th Grade or 7th Grade)
Criterion A: Knowing and understanding
i. outline physical and health education-related factual, procedural and conceptual knowledge
ii. identify physical and health education knowledge to describe issues and solve problems set in familiar and unfamiliar situations
iii. apply physical and health terminology to communicate understanding.
Criterion B: Planning for performance
i. identify goals to enhance performance
ii. construct and outline a plan for improving physical activity and health.
Criterion C: Applying and performing
i. recall and apply a range of skills and techniques
ii. recall and apply a range of strategies and movement concepts
iii. recall and apply information to perform effectively
Criterion D: Reflecting and improving performance
i. identify and demonstrate strategies to enhance interpersonal skills
ii. describe the effectiveness of a plan based on the outcome
iii. describe and summarize performance.

MYP Year 3 Standards (7th Grade or 8th Grade)

Criterion A: Knowing and understanding
i. describe physical and health education factual, procedural and conceptual knowledge
ii. apply physical and health education knowledge to explain issues and solve problems set in familiar and unfamiliar situations
iii. apply physical and health terminology effectively to communicate understanding.
Criterion B: Planning for performance
i. outline goals to enhance performance
ii. design and explain a plan for improving physical performance and health.
Criterion C: Applying and performing
i. demonstrate and apply a range of skills and techniques
ii. recall and apply a range of strategies and movement concepts
iii. recall and apply information to perform effectively.
Criterion D: Reflecting and improving performance
i. describe and demonstrate strategies to enhance interpersonal skills
ii. explain the effectiveness of a plan based on the outcome
iii. explain and evaluate performance.
 Sciences
MYP Year 1 Standards (6th Grade or 7th Grade)
Criterion A: Knowing and understanding
i. outline scientific knowledge;
ii. identify and comment upon the creator’s choices
iii. interpret information to make scientifically supported judgments.
Criterion B: Inquiring and designing
i. outline an appropriate problem or research question to be tested by a scientific investigation
ii. outline a testable prediction using scientific reasoning
iii. outline how to manipulate the variables, and outline how data will be collected
iv. design scientific investigations.
Criterion C: Processing and evaluating
i. present collected and transformed data
ii. interpret data and outline results using scientific reasoning
iii. discuss the validity of a prediction based on the outcome of the scientific investigation
iv. discuss the validity of the method
v. describe improvements or extensions to the method.
Criterion D: Reflecting on the impacts of science
i. summarize the ways in which science is applied and used to address a specific problem or issue
ii. describe and summarize the various implications of using science and its application in solving a specific problem or issue;
iii. apply scientific language effectively
iv. document the work of others and sources of information used.

MYP Year 3 Standards (7th Grade or 8th Grade)

Criterion A: Knowing and understanding
i. describe scientific knowledge
ii. apply scientific knowledge and understanding to solve problems set in familiar and unfamiliar situations
iii. analyse information to make scientifically supported judgments.
Criterion B: Inquiring and designing
i. describe a problem or question to be tested by a scientific investigation
ii. outline a testable hypothesis and explain it using scientific reasoning
iii. describe how to manipulate the variables, and describe how data will be collected
iv. design scientific investigations.
Criterion C: Processing and evaluating
i. present collected and transformed data
ii. interpret data and describe results using scientific reasoning
iii. discuss the validity of a hypothesis based on the outcome of the scientific investigation
iv. discuss the validity of the method
v. describe improvements or extensions to the method.
Criterion D: Reflecting on the impacts of science
i. summarize the ways in which science is applied and used to address a specific problem or issue
ii. describe and summarize the various implications of using science and its application in solving a specific problem or issue
iii. apply scientific language effectively
iv. document the work of others and sources of information used.
 Interdisciplinary
Interdisciplinary learning assessment criteria
Criterion A: Evaluating
• Analyse disciplinary knowledge
• Evaluate interdisciplinary perspectives.
Criterion B: Synthesizing
• Create a product that communicates a purposeful interdisciplinary understanding
• Justify how their product communicates interdisciplinary understanding.
Criterion C: Reflecting
• Discuss the development of their own interdisciplinary learning
• Discuss how new interdisciplinary understanding enables action.
 Community Project
MYP community project assessment criteria
Criterion A: Investigating
i. define a goal to address a need within a community, based on personal interests
ii. identify prior learning and subject-specific knowledge relevant to the project
iii. demonstrate research skills.
Criterion B: Planning
i. develop a proposal for action to serve the need in the community
ii. plan and record the development process of the project
iii. demonstrate self-management skills.
Criterion C: Taking action
i. demonstrate service as action as a result of the project
ii. demonstrate thinking skills
iii. demonstrate communication and social skills.
Criterion D: Reflecting
i. evaluate the quality of the service as action against the proposal
ii. reflect on how completing the project has extended their knowledge and understanding of service learning
iii. reflect on their development of ATL skills.