2. The Essential Elements of the PYP - An Overview

The PYP is special because it is consisted of unique elements that compose an inquiry/concept-based approach. It is a holistic programme that does not focus on facts and figures but rather targets the whole teaching process in fostering ways of finding knowledge: teachers give students the tools to discover knowledge rather than giving the knowledge. By this way, students become autonomous learners who develop skills and attributes that will prepare them to become global-minded citizens. These essential elements are: 6 Transdisciplinary Themes: Who we are How we express ourselves How we organise ourselves How does the world work Where we are in place and time Sharing the planet 7 Key Concepts (+ related concepts - a future video will reveal more) Form Change Causation Perspective Connection Function Responsibility 10 Learner Profiles Inquirer Principled Knowledgeable Communicator Open-minded Risk-taker Balanced Reflective Caring Thinker ATL Skills (with subcategories) Thinking Social Communication Research Self-management All the above are parts of the ''PYP Toolbox'' that teachers have in their inventory to facilitate teaching and a.k.a. inquiry (in a PYP classroom). Feel free to connect with me! :) LinkedIn:   / vasilisiosifidis   Twitter: @a_vasileios