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IB Career-related Programme (CP): Core Coordination, Personal & Professional Skills (PPS) & Reflective Project
The IB CP is the fastest-growing framework within the IB universe, but CP coordinators often lack formal training materials compared to DP teachers.
MastaLearn Focus
Structuring the Personal and Professional Skills (PPS) curriculum, supervising the 3,000-word Reflective Project, and integrating vocational career-related studies.
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MastaLearn awards independently verified, evidence-based professional development credentials — autonomous preparatory courses for classroom practitioners. Not affiliated with, endorsed by, or accredited by Cambridge Assessment International Education or the International Baccalaureate Organization. Cambridge IGCSE and IB are registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Module 4 · Portfolio Capstone Studio
Capstone: the Digital Teaching Portfolio
Submit the final version of all three portfolio components here. Use the mentor feedback from Modules 2, 3 and 4 to make your corrections, then resubmit each corrected artifact. Every final submission is marked by an experienced practitioner within 5 hours — if it is still unmarked after that, the AI assessor grades it and publishes feedback. These final marks count towards your Portfolio Capstone Studio module grade.
2-Week Scheme of Work
A two-week unit plan for a specific IGCSE/IB/CBC subject, mapped to official syllabus and assessment objectives.
Submitted in Module 2
Portfolio · Submit in Module 2
2-Week Scheme of Work
A two-week unit plan for a specific IGCSE/IB/CBC subject, mapped to official syllabus and assessment objectives.
Differentiated Lesson Plan
A full lesson plan evidencing support for diverse learners: tiered tasks, scaffolds and extension pathways.
Submitted in Module 3
Portfolio · Submit in Module 3
Differentiated Lesson Plan
A full lesson plan evidencing support for diverse learners: tiered tasks, scaffolds and extension pathways.
Marked Student Sample
A student sample paper graded according to official mark schemes, with detailed, actionable teacher feedback.
Submitted in Module 4
Portfolio · Submit in Module 4
Marked Student Sample
A student sample paper graded according to official mark schemes, with detailed, actionable teacher feedback.
Course Learning Path
2/4 modules structuredWork through each module in order. Every module lists its topics and objectives; each topic opens an interactive lesson with a curated video and image, sub-themed learner-centred text, your AI Tutor, a 10-question quiz, a 10-question CAT and a 10-mark group discussion. Module portfolio submissions are marked by an experienced practitioner within 5 hours — if not, the AI assessor grades them — and your corrected final versions in the Capstone Studio count towards the last module grade. Your topic grades average into your module grade, and your module grades average into your final course grade.
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Module 1 — Programme Framework & Assessment Design
1. Unpacking the CP Core: Philosophy and Structure
- Interpret the IBO requirements for the CP Core components.
- Articulate the synergy between vocational studies and academic rigor.
2. Mastering Command Words and Assessment Objectives
- Identify and define key IB command words used in the Reflective Project.
- Map syllabus objectives to specific student outcomes.
3. Principles of Effective Assessment Design
- Analyze official IB mark schemes to distinguish between grade bands.
- Identify the components of a valid and reliable assessment tool.
4. Translating Mark Schemes into Student-Facing Rubrics
- Convert dense, examiner-focused mark schemes into actionable student rubrics.
- Demonstrate how to communicate assessment expectations to students without diluting IB standards.
5. Evidence-Based Planning for CP Coordination
- Develop an outline for a two-week scheme of work that integrates PPS and career-related studies.
- Ensure alignment between long-term planning and the module-specific assessment requirements.
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Module 2 — Internal Assessment & Moderation Standards
Portfolio: 2-Week Scheme of WorkThe topic list for this module is being prepared.
Module overview lessonLog in to submitPortfolio · Submit in Module 2
2-Week Scheme of Work
A two-week unit plan for a specific IGCSE/IB/CBC subject, mapped to official syllabus and assessment objectives.
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Module 3 — Applied Classroom Practice: Structuring the Personal and Professional Skills (PPS) curriculum, supervising the 3,000-word Reflective Project, and integrating vocational career-related studies.
Portfolio: Differentiated Lesson PlanThe topic list for this module is being prepared.
Module overview lessonLog in to submitPortfolio · Submit in Module 3
Differentiated Lesson Plan
A full lesson plan evidencing support for diverse learners: tiered tasks, scaffolds and extension pathways.
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Module 4 — Portfolio Capstone Studio
Portfolio: Marked Student Sample1. Curating Evidence of Professional Competence
- Select and organize pedagogical artefacts that demonstrate alignment with IB CP core requirements.
- Reflect on how specific teaching activities map to PPS and Reflective Project assessment objectives.
2. Calibration: Applying Mark Schemes to Student Work
- Apply official IB mark schemes to evaluate student performance with examiner-level accuracy.
- Differentiate between assessment criteria levels when marking authentic student scripts.
3. Formative Feedback Loops for Candidate Success
- Draft actionable, feedback-rich responses for student work that align with IB command words.
- Use rubrics to provide constructive criticism that students can use to improve their final submission.
4. Synthesizing the Marked Student Sample Artifact
- Produce a finalized assessment package consisting of a graded script, marking annotations, and a summary feedback report.
- Validate that the internal assessment standards applied are consistent with IBO moderation guidelines.
5. The Oral Readiness Review: Defending Your Practice
- Articulate the pedagogical rationale behind instructional design choices in the portfolio.
- Prepare a cohesive defense of assessment decisions for the final certification review.
6. Marking Student Papers
Interactive marking exercisePractise examiner-level marking on a sample script with its marking guide, then mark a past paper of your own and submit the marked paper as your Marked Student Sample portfolio.
Open the marking exerciseModule overview lessonLog in to submitPortfolio · Submit in Module 4
Marked Student Sample
A student sample paper graded according to official mark schemes, with detailed, actionable teacher feedback.
Full Course Blueprint
Placeholder framework · 20 componentsCourse Title
IB Career-related Programme (CP): Core Coordination, Personal & Professional Skills (PPS) & Reflective Project (CP)
Course Description
A MastaLearn portfolio-based certification course for educators of Core Coordination, Personal & Professional Skills (PPS) & Reflective Project, aligned to syllabus code CP. This course develops verified classroom competency in Structuring the Personal and Professional Skills (PPS) curriculum, supervising the 3,000-word Reflective Project, and integrating vocational career-related studies. Graduates leave with an employer-ready Digital Teaching Portfolio rather than a certificate of attendance.
Course Rationale / Justification
The IB CP is the fastest-growing framework within the IB universe, but CP coordinators often lack formal training materials compared to DP teachers. MastaLearn addresses this gap by preparing teachers not just to deliver content, but to evidence real classroom competency against official standards — exactly what hiring schools screen for.
Course Objectives
- Interpret the official International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) frameworks, syllabus documents and command words governing Core Coordination, Personal & Professional Skills (PPS) & Reflective Project.
- Apply mark schemes and assessment standards with examiner-level accuracy.
- Design inclusive, active-learning lessons demonstrating Structuring the Personal and Professional Skills (PPS) curriculum, supervising the 3,000-word Reflective Project, and integrating vocational career-related studies.
- Convert official mark schemes into student-facing rubrics and actionable feedback.
- Compile a portfolio evidence pack that proves classroom readiness to employers.
Learning Outcomes
- Unpack the syllabus and assessment objectives for Core Coordination, Personal & Professional Skills (PPS) & Reflective Project into an actionable teaching plan.
- Mark sample candidate responses to within one mark of calibrated standards.
- Deliver a differentiated lesson that shows Structuring the Personal and Professional Skills (PPS) curriculum, supervising the 3,000-word Reflective Project, and integrating vocational career-related studies.
- Produce a two-week scheme of work mapped to official content and assessment objectives.
- Defend portfolio decisions in an oral readiness review.
Course Competencies
- Syllabus and command-word interpretation for CP
- Mark-scheme analysis and script calibration
- Differentiated lesson and scheme-of-work design
- Assessment for Learning: rubric construction and feedback quality
- Portfolio documentation and professional self-evaluation
Target Audience / Entry Requirements
IB DP, MYP and CP teachers and coordinators, including general-subject teachers assigned to IB courses and new programme coordinators. Entry requirements: a recognised teaching qualification (or final-year B.Ed./PGDE standing), access to a classroom or practicum context, and reliable internet access.
Course Duration & Workload
8 weeks of structured study: 48 guided learning hours, 24 self-study hours, plus dedicated capstone portfolio time across 4 modules. Weekly commitment of roughly 10-12 hours.
Course Topics & Subtopics
Teaching & Learning Strategies
- Interactive lectures and examiner-led demonstrations
- Case studies using real candidate responses and mark schemes
- Collaborative group work and departmental moderation sprints
- Micro-teaching with peer and mentor critique
- Practical sessions and simulations of live assessment conditions
- Structured reflective practice and professional journaling
- One-to-one mentorship with an experienced IGCSE/IB/CBC practitioner
Learning Resources
- Official syllabus documents, specimen papers and examiner reports
- Annotated mark schemes and standards files
- Video walkthroughs of live marking and moderation
- Downloadable templates: schemes of work, lesson plans, rubrics
- The MastaLearn digital library and discussion community
- Recommended readings on assessment for learning and pedagogy
Course Activities
- Weekly assignments linked to real classroom artefacts
- A capstone project: the Digital Teaching Portfolio
- Practical assessment simulations (marking, moderation, invigilation)
- Peer collaboration on rubric design and script calibration
- A reflective practice journal with mentor feedback
- An oral presentation defending portfolio decisions
Course Assessment
- Continuous Assessment Tests (CATs) at the end of each module
- End-of-topic assessments: 10 multiple-choice questions, 70% pass mark
- Applied marking and moderation exercises with calibration feedback
- Portfolio of evidence: the Digital Teaching Portfolio (capstone)
- Final readiness review: oral defense of the portfolio with a reviewer
Assessment Criteria / Rubrics
- Exemplary (4): Portfolio artifacts fully aligned to official frameworks, with examiner-level accuracy and insightful, actionable learner feedback.
- Proficient (3): Artifacts complete and standards-aligned; minor gaps in differentiation, feedback precision, or framework referencing.
- Developing (2): Artifacts broadly structured but with gaps in alignment to the mark scheme, tier/level management, or inclusivity.
- Beginning (1): Artifacts incomplete or substantially misaligned; further practice required before certification.
Course Policies
- Attendance: learners should engage with all four modules and attend mentor sessions live where possible.
- Submissions: portfolio artifacts are due by the final week; one resubmission window per artifact.
- Academic integrity: all submitted artifacts must be the learner's own work; plagiarism voids certification.
- Grading system: rubric bands per artifact, weighted to a final capstone grade; 70% overall to certify.
Certification Requirements
- Complete all modules with an average of 70% or higher on end-of-topic assessments.
- Submit the three required portfolio artifacts (scheme of work, differentiated lesson plan, marked student sample).
- Achieve a capstone grade of Proficient (3) or above on every portfolio artifact.
- Pass the final readiness review with a MastaLearn portfolio reviewer.
Evaluation of the Course
- Structured learner feedback collected after every module
- Instructor reflection and portfolio reviewer calibration sessions
- Performance data: pass rates, capstone grades and time-to-certification
- Annual syllabus review against the latest board specifications
Course Schedule / Weekly Plan
Support & Mentorship Structure
- A named course mentor who reviews each artifact against the rubric
- Structured feedback cycles: draft, critique, revise, verify
- Weekly office hours with an experienced practitioner
- Access to the MastaLearn community for peer moderation
Professional Pathways
- Progress to advanced certifications within the same track
- Qualify as a MastaLearn portfolio reviewer or course mentor
- Join the school advisory panel as an experienced practitioner
- Introductions to hiring partner schools through the employer pipeline
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