Student attributes
Student attributes guide our teaching practices and ensure that we remain focused and effective in our role. These five attributes serve as a framework for recognizing that students must cultivate both attitudes and life skills alongside their academic abilities to succeed in their university studies and future careers
In the American Program,
BIS Student Attributes Aligned with CCSS and NGSS
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving:
Students develop the ability to analyze complex information, understand different perspectives, and solve problems using logical reasoning.
- Effective Communication:
Emphasis on clear and effective written and oral communication, including the capacity to collaborate and engage in meaningful discussions with peers.
- Collaboration:
Students learn to work effectively in teams, valuing diverse viewpoints and contributing constructively to group tasks.
- Real-World Application:
Students apply their knowledge to real-life situations, making connections between academic content and everyday experiences, as well as future careers.
- Scientific Inquiry and Engineering Design:
Students are encouraged to ask questions, develop hypotheses, and engage in hands-on experiments, while also applying scientific principles to design and create solutions to problems.
- Interdisciplinary Understanding:
Integration of science with mathematics, technology, and engineering, providing a holistic view of learning.
- Evidence-Based Reasoning:
Students learn to support their conclusions and decisions with empirical evidence, fostering the practice of using data to inform their ideas and actions.