Does the ideal learner exist?

Secondary school students (grades 6-10) took part in a project day on Friday on the important IB topics “Mission Statement and Learner Profile”. At first the younger ones thought about what constitutes an “ideal learner”. In the subsequent practice-oriented workshops, the students were encouraged to shed light on these aspects in the context of personal and social success in life.Grades 8-10 started with a debate on the relevance of school grades and then dealt with key IB topics, such as epistemological issues, as well as research sources and learning approaches. It is precisely these aspects of the diploma programme that make the students who have completed the IB diploma phase so attractive to universities.The results were then brought together in a podium discussion.