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The MYP units of study focus on transferable key Media Literacy, Critical Thinking, Creative
Middle School Programme: Classes VI to VIII concepts and subject-specific related concepts Thinking, and Transfer. Focus on the ATLs allows
that extend beyond particular origins, subject explicit teaching and provides opportunities for
matter, or place in time. The IB believes that practice so students develop agency, acquire the
The International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle The MYP provides a structure of learning,
students learn best when the teaching and learning traits of the IB Learner Profile and DAIS core values,
Years Programme (MYP) at DAIS will comprise MYP encouraging students to become creative, critical,
are contextual, connected with their experiences, and become lifelong learners.
1 to 3, i.e. equivalent to Classes VI to VIII (MYP). and reflective thinkers. By learning their own
and rooted in the real world. Towards achieving
In Academic Year 2023-24, Classes VI to VII (MYP) languages and about their culture, students begin this objective, the MYP recognizes six global Projects are planned to integrate knowledge
will be offered and from Academic Year 2024-25 and skills acquired by students in various subjects
to develop the foundation of international- contexts that are transitionally rooted in the PYP
onwards Classes VI to VIII (MYP) will be offered. and serve as a concrete step towards developing
mindedness, which is an integral part of MYP. transdisciplinary themes. These are explored
The MYP is designed to meet children's varied interdisciplinary approaches in later years. As part
The emphasis on multilingualism allows for open- through inquiry-based units in each subject
intellectual, physical, and emotional needs. throughout the Programme to help students of their service learning and as a requirement of the
minded thinking and effective communication.
As a prospective International Baccalaureate (IB) develop a sense of understanding of the world, IB, the MYP students will be engaged in service as
The Programme is intellectually challenging and
Middle Years Programme (MYP) Candidate School, explore common humanity, and inculcate a shared action, culminating into a Community Project in
encourages students to make connections Class VIII.
our curriculum has been developed within the guardianship of the planet. Together, concepts and
MYP framework. MYP is an interdisciplinary between the subjects and the real world. It fosters contexts are used as a lens to focus on 'Big Ideas' Co-curricular opportunities including field trips,
programme driven by a conceptual and contextual the development of intercultural understanding that are transferable across units and subjects, and
excursions, competitive sports, JDAIMUN (Junior
focused curriculum, building on the concepts and and global citizenship, which are essential for life in they are embedded in the real world. Dhirubhai Ambani International School Model
skills learnt in the Primary Years Programme (PYP). the 21st century. United Nations), and Round Square events help
In each year of the MYP, students explore
purposeful and collaboratively planned students develop leadership and social skills, as well
Language Language Individuals & Sciences Mathematics Arts Physical & Design as their cultural awareness and spirit of community
& Literature Acquisition Societies Health Education interdisciplinary units (IDU) between two or
(PHE) more disciplines. At DAIS, students engage in IDUs service. Exposure to robotics and coding ensures

once each Term. This synergistic approach allows that students have a competitive edge in problem-
English Second History Physics Mathematics Music Physical Digital solving and technology skills. Inter-house cultural
Language: Education Design students to make connections and transfer
Hindi/ Geography Chemistry Drama conceptual understanding across disciplines. and sports competitions encourage healthy
Spanish/ Yoga Product competition and team spirit. By participating in
French Biology Visual Art Design
Dance The MYP uses the IB approaches to learning class assemblies, concerts, and drama productions,
(ATL) skills to empower students to 'learn how to students develop their confidence, communication
learn'. Students practise skills embedded in skills, and creativity. They get numerous
Interdisciplinary Unit, Community Project
Communication, Collaboration, Organization, opportunities to take up roles and responsibilities in
Third Language: Marathi, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), PSHE Affective, Reflection, Information Literacy, the School.

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