Approaches to Learning Skills Made Easy

Core & More Education's founder, Christine Orkisz Lang, presents an articulated ATL curriculum for PYP and MYP to support schools working on this necessary continuum of learning for 21st-century skills and competencies.
Author

Dr. Christine Lang

Key Takeaways

1. Comprehensive ATL Framework

• The ATL curriculum for PYP and MYP integrates 21st-century skills with IB elements like the Learner Profile and International Mindedness.

2. Emphasis on Inclusion

• I-DEA progressions ensure a focus on diversity, equity, and global awareness.

3. Tech-Enhanced Learning

• Qridi Core simplifies ATL implementation with planning tools and progress tracking.

In today’s rapidly evolving world, equipping students with 21st-century skills is crucial. Core & More Education, led by founder Christine Orkisz Lang, has designed an articulated Approaches to Learning (ATL) curriculum tailored for the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP). This curriculum provides a structured continuum of learning that aligns with the IB’s mission to develop global citizens prepared for the challenges of the modern era.

Why Approaches to Learning Skills Matter

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Approaches to learning skills visualized

ATL skills go beyond academics, fostering critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and self-management—essential competencies for thriving in the 21st century. Core & More Education’s framework integrates these skills with key IB components like the Learner Profile, International Mindedness, and Environmental Education, ensuring a holistic approach.

Expanding ATL with Global Perspectives

This innovative curriculum incorporates I-DEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access) learning progressions, embedding principles of social justice and global awareness. By connecting ATL skills to broader program values, schools can seamlessly implement strategies that support well-rounded development.

Tech-Driven Support for ATL in PYP and MYP

To simplify and enhance the implementation of the ATL curriculum, Core & More Education partnered with Qridi to develop Qridi Core, an educational software tailored to support schools, teachers, and students. The platform offers:

Automatic planning tools for seamless integration into the curriculum.

Progress tracking and monitoring for students, parents, and teachers, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Features designed to map progress across ATL skills, the Learner Profile, and other IB values.

A Pathway to Success

By embedding Approaches to Learning skills into the PYP and MYP curriculum, schools not only address 21st-century competencies but also create a foundation for lifelong learning. Explore how tools like Qridi Core can transform your school’s approach to ATL and provide students with the skills they need to succeed in a globalized world.

Check out Qridi Core and discover how it can elevate your ATL strategies and drive impactful learning outcomes.

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