The primary Years Programme (PYP)
Transdisciplinary approach to the curriculum
Of equal importance is the need to acquire skills in context, to explore content that is relevant to students which transcends the boundaries of traditional subjects. This has led to the selection of six transdisciplinary themes that are considered essential in the context of a programme of international education.
| PYP TRANSDISCIPLINARY THEMES |
| Who we are |
| An inquiry into the nature of the self; beliefs and values; personal, physical, mental, social and spiritual health; human relationships including families, friends, communities, and cultures; rights and responsibilities; what it means to be human. |
| Where we are in place and time |
| An inquiry into orientation in place and time; personal histories; homes and journeys; the discoveries, explorations and migrations of humankind; the relationships between and the interconnectedness of individuals and civilizations, from local and global perspectives. |
| How we express ourselves |
| An inquiry into the ways in which we discover and express ideas, feelings, nature, culture, beliefs and values; the ways in which we reflect on, extend and enjoy our creativity; our appreciation of the aesthetic. |
| How the world works |
| An inquiry into the natural world and its laws; the interaction between the natural world (physical and biological) and human societies; how humans use their understanding of scientific principles; the impact of scientific and technological advances on society and on the environment. |
| How we organise ourselves |
| An inquiry into the interconnectedness of human-made systems and communities; the structure and function of organizations; societal decision-making; economic activities and their impact on humankind and the environment. |
| Sharing the planet |
| An inquiry into rights and responsibilities in the struggle to share finite resources with other people and with other living things; communities and the relationships within and between them; access to equal opportunities; peace and conflict resolution. |
Students inquire into and learn about these globally significant issues in the context of the Units of Inquiry, each of which addresses a central idea relevant to a transdisciplinary theme. These units collectively constitute the school's Programme of Inquiry.
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