Strategically Managing The IB Core
Discover an innovative way to manage the IB Core by transforming the Theory of Knowledge classroom into a hub for driving Creativity, Activity & Service and the Extended Essay. You'll learn how to create a space that leverages the Theory of Knowledge course to foster reflective practices and research skills, enhancing student engagement and raising standards.
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Use Theory of Knowledge as the central space to manage all of the IB Core.
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Embed the administration of the Extended Essay into Theory of Knowledge lessons.
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Incorporate CAS experiences, reflections, and projects within the TOK classroom.
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A 2-year Core calendar to help you schedule key tasks.
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A 2-year Theory of Knowledge course outline aligned with key CAS activities.
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Introduction and Overview: Overview of how to strategically manage the IB Core.
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The Big Picture: Understanding the challenges and opportunities in managing the IB Core.
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Task 1: Integrating the Extended Essay process into the Theory of Knowledge classroom, from research to reflections.
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Task 2: Linking Creativity, Activity & Service experiences and reflections with Theory of Knowledge lessons.
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Task 3: Using Theory of Knowledge to anchor the IB Core.
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The Solution: Weaving the IB Core into the Theory of Knowledge classroom for effective, unified administration.
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Learn a transformative approach to managing the IB Core, shaping a team that will help you drive the integration of the Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity & Service into the Theory of Knowledge classroom.
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Brad Cartwright is an international speaker & workshop leader for IB Economics and the IB Core. A former HS Principal and IB educator with extensive experience, he now delivers workshops worldwide, empowering educators & students to excel.
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Kurt Supplee has nearly 30 years of experience as an IB educator, IB examiner and IB Diploma Coordinator. He is currently the Assistant Principal and IB Coordinator at a leading IB school in Chile.
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IB Coordinators
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IB Core Coordinators
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Extended Essay Coordinators
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Theory of Knowledge Teachers
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Sunday, September 7, 2025
- 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM EST (NYC)
- Via Zoom
- US $195
"The 'Strategically Managing The IB Core' workshop completely transformed how I integrate TOK, CAS, and the Extended Essay."
Sarah | United Kingdom
Strategically Managing the IB Core
Melissa | South Africa
Strategically Managing the IB Core
This was a great introduction to the IB Core. The ideas and opinions shared about The Exhibition and Theory of Knowledge Essay were incredibly helpful and presented a more holistic approach to the Core, Theory of Knowledge, and the critical thinking we are asking our students to develop. Thank you for an insightful workshop experience!
Rachel | Tanzania
The Cohort Model for the Extended Essay Workshop
As a newly appointed Extended Essay Coordinator, I found both The Cohort Model and Effectively Supervising Any Extended Essay workshops incredibly useful in helping me implement the entire Extended Essay process. While I will need to go through a full Extended Essay cycle to evaluate its success, I am already very confident, based on the conversations I’ve had with my IB Coordinator, that it will bring tremendous benefits to our school. Thank you to Brad and Kurt for sharing their experience and advice!
Leslie | United States
Effectively Supervising Any Extended Essay Teacher Workshop
I’m so glad I chose to spend part of my Saturday attending this thorough and helpful professional development session on supervising the Extended Essay process! Having been an Extended Essay Coordinator for 11 years, it’s easy to become too attached to our established ways of managing this process. I’m excited to incorporate many (if not all!) of the strategies I learned to reboot our process for our next cohort, which begins in just a few short months!
Jamie | United States
Effectively Supervising Any Extended Essay Teacher Workshop
This workshop was exceptional. It was extremely helpful and focused on exactly what the IB is looking for, addressing areas where we as IB educators are often left guessing. I highly recommend it to anyone supervising the Extended Essay.
David | Japan
Effectively Supervising the World Studies Extended Essay Workshop
The World Studies Extended Essay workshop is an excellent resource for teachers new to the Extended Essay process who are considering the World Studies topic as a potential focus. Both hosts are highly knowledgeable about the Extended Essay process and have a deep understanding of effective approaches that work.
Shannon | United States
The Cohort Model for the Extended Essay Workshop
I have attended many IB training sessions for both the MYP and Diploma Programme, but this is the first one that left me feeling re-invigorated and excited about making changes to our program. The training was practical, applicable, and highly relevant. I’m now looking forward to a customized training experience!.
Alex | United States
The Cohort Model for the Extended Essay Workshop
This is the best Extended Essay workshop to attend. It provided me with the vision and tools needed to create a more effective Extended Essay program at my school.
Tamisha | Bermuda
The Cohort Model for the Extended Essay Workshop
This was undeniably one of the most informative, well-organized, and applicable IB training sessions I have ever attended. It also included many useful resources that are accessible even after the workshop! The cumulative Q&A session was a fantastic bonus. Thank you, Brad and Kurt, for sharing your wealth of knowledge and experience!
Jonathan | United States
The Cohort Model for the Extended Essay Workshop
This workshop was not only highly informative and provided clear direction for anyone involved in the Extended Essay, but it was also delivered with great energy. It truly honored and respected everyone who attended.
Kelly | South Africa
The Cohort Model for the Extended Essay Workshop
This workshop was very well-organized and offered a perspective I hadn’t considered before. The best part was that it was only three hours—succinct and focused on how to tweak your current approach to better support students and teachers with this task. Thank you for the great ideas!