IB-Connections
The IB Learner Profile
The IB operates with 10 different learner attributes. These attributes tell us something about what you as learners should strive towards; they can help you identify your strengths, and also set goals for yourself. Do you know you like to play it safe? Maybe you should aim to become more of a risk-taker? Are you principled? Great – maybe you should work towards achieving more of a balance in life as well?
Below you will see the official IB description of the different Learner Profile Attributes. Click on the boxes to find out how they are defined by the International Baccalaureate Organization, IBO.
From the IBO website
«The International Baccalaureate® (IB) learner profile describes a broad range of human capacities and responsibilities that go beyond academic success.
They imply a commitment to help all members of the school community learn to respect themselves, others and the world around them» (IBO, 2023).
As IB-learners we strive to be
INQUIRERS
Inquirers
We nurture our curiosity, developing skills for inquiry and research. We know how to learn independently and with others. We learn with enthusiasm and sustain our love of learning throughout life (IBO, 2013).
As IB-learners we strive to be
KNOWLEDGEABLE
Knowledgeable
We develop and use conceptual understanding, exploring knowledge across a range of disciplines. We engage with issues and ideas that have local and global significance (IBO, 2013).
As IB-learners we strive to be
THINKERS
Thinkers
We use critical and creative thinking skills to analyse and take responsible action on complex problems. We exercise initiative in making reasoned, ethical decisions (IBO, 2013).
As IB-learners we strive to be
COMMUNICATORS
Communicators
We express ourselves confidently and creatively in more than one language and in many ways. We collaborate effectively, listening carefully to the perspectives of other individuals and groups (IBO, 2013).
As IB-learners we strive to be
PRINCIPLED
Principled
We act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness and justice, and with respect for the dignity and rights of people everywhere. We take responsibility for our actions and their consequences (IBO, 2013).
As IB-learners we strive to be
OPEN-MINDED
Open-Minded
We critically appreciate our own cultures and personal histories, as well as the values and traditions of others. We seek and evaluate a range of points of view, and we are willing to grow from the experience (IBO, 2013).
As IB-learners we strive to be
CARING
Caring
We show empathy, compassion and respect. We have a commitment to service, and we act to make a positive difference in the lives of others and in the world around us (IBO, 2013).
As IB-learners we strive to be
RISK-TAKERS
Risk-Takers
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 challenges and change (IBO, 2013).
As IB-learners we strive to be
BALANCED
Balanced
We understand the importance of balancing different aspects of our lives—intellectual, physical, and emotional—to achieve well-being for ourselves and others. We recognize our interdependence with other people and with the world in which we live (IBO, 2013).
As IB-learners we strive to be
REFLECTIVE
Reflective
We thoughtfully consider the world and our own ideas and experience. We work to understand our strengths and weaknesses in order to support our learning and personal development (IBO, 2013).
Here is the link to the IBO´s info-poster, highlighting the same attributes. The quotes above were cited from this presentation.
In the short film below, the IB organization presents the different attributes of their learner profile. Each of them is in turn presented on the screen and in the background different student activities are shown to exemplify how they are practiced and used in learning situations.
To Do
- 1: Drag and drop three of the attributes that you think describe your strong sides.
- 2: Do the same with attributes that you would like to develop in yourself.
My Strengths
My Aspirations
Bibliography
The International Baccalaureate Organization. (2013). IB learner profile. Retrieved June 2023, from https://www.ibo.org: https://www.ibo.org/contentassets/ fd82f70643 ef4086b7d3f292cc214962/learner-profile-en.pdf
The International Baccalaureate Organization. (2023, June 6). The IB learner profile. Retrieved June 2023, from https://www.ibo.org/: https://www.ibo.org/benefits/learner-profile/