MYP Design
MYP Design Curriculum Overview
The Middle Years Programme (MYP) Design curriculum empowers students to navigate the design process, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and real-world problem-solving. As part of the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework, this course develops students' ability to analyze challenges, generate solutions, and evaluate outcomes through inquiry and experimentation.
Curriculum Focus:
Explore and apply design thinking through the IB design cycle.
Solve real-world problems using practical and creative approaches.
Cultivate project management skills and resilience in tackling design challenges.
Foster international-mindedness through globally relevant design projects.
Target Audience: Designed for students aged 11 to 16, the MYP Design curriculum blends intellectual challenge with real-world application, aligning with the IB's mission to develop well-rounded, globally aware learners.
Educator Resources:
MYP Design Guide: Core learning outcomes and design cycle principles.
ISHCMC MYP Curriculum Guide: Detailed units of inquiry promoting creativity and problem-solving.
MYP Design & Technology Units of Inquiry: Focus on global issues to nurture international-mindedness.
Explore MYP Design resources to enrich classroom experiences and spark student innovation.
