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What Skills Do Students Gain from a Middle Years Programme?

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  IB Middle Year Program (MYP) - Dwight School Seoul The IB Middle Year Program (MYP) is designed to support students during a critical stage of development by building both academic understanding and essential life skills. Rather than focusing solely on content knowledge, the programme emphasizes inquiry, reflection, and real-world connections that help students grow into confident, capable learners. Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills A defining feature of the IB Middle Year Program (MYP) is its inquiry-based and interdisciplinary approach. Students are encouraged to question concepts, analyze information, and make meaningful connections across subjects. This nurtures strong critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities that can be applied beyond the classroom. Communication Skills Clear communication is developed through classroom discussions, collaborative tasks, and varied assessment formats. Students learn how to express ideas effectively, listen to different...