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IBDP or IBCP: Choosing a Curriculum For Successful College Admissions

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The International Baccalaureate (IB) is an esteemed educational system that equips students for success in higher education. As of October 2023, over 8,000 IB programmes are being offered in 5,700 schools across 159 countries. The IB system has two distinct curricula for high school students: the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) and the IB Career-Related Programme …

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How to Boost College Admissions with Academic Rigour

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As you transition from secondary school to high school and prepare for college applications, the term “academic rigour” is one you’ll frequently encounter. Those aspiring to attend a reputed university abroad must understand how colleges evaluate your profile. While a high GPA (grade point average) is crucial, several universities also assess your academic rigour. But …

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Overcoming Education Inflation and Currency Depreciation | The Red Pen

Overcoming Education Inflation and Currency Depreciation

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Every parent wants to give their children a world-class education. One way to ensure that is to send them to a reputed university abroad. According to the Bureau of Immigration, nearly 6.5 lakh Indian students travelled to different countries for further education in 2022, indicating that many Indian parents believe in the quality of education …

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A Day in the Life of a Charterhouse Online Student | The Red Pen

A Day in the Life of a Charterhouse Online Student

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Charterhouse Online is a challenging but intellectually rewarding programme. You can complete your A Levels through accelerated learning in a single year (instead of two) and open doors to university education much sooner. But how rigorous is the programme? Would you have time to pursue other interests? Let’s find out. Here’s what your typical day …

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Subject Selection – Frequently Asked Questions | The Red Pen

Subject Selection – Frequently Asked Questions

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Choosing the right subjects in high school is imperative. However, we see many parents and students struggling to make the right choice for them. While many things may be highly specific to you, there are some general questions that most of our Mentorship students end up asking us. Keep in mind that these are guidelines …

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Psychometric Testing & Academic Exploration - Explained | The Red Pen

Psychometric Testing & Academic Exploration–Explained

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Planning an academic path for your child after grade 10 is overwhelming. With multiple universities, curriculum options, majors and subjects, how do you help your child zero in on areas of interest, which will eventually pave the way for a successful career? The answer lies in effective academic exploration as this helps to develop critical …

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How to Identify the Best-Fit High School for Your Child | The Red Pen

How to Identify the Best-Fit High School for Your Child

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In the last 2 decades, the education landscape in India has changed drastically. Now, you face several questions when it comes to selecting the best-fit school for your child. Should you opt for a school that offers international curricula, such as the IB, A Levels or Advanced Placements? Should you stick to the Indian curriculum, …

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A Comprehensive Guide to Reflective Essay Writing | The Red Pen

A Comprehensive Guide to Reflective Essay Writing

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When it comes to essays, there are various different types–descriptive, expository, persuasive and reflective essays. While you may have nailed how to tackle the first three through your school work, reflective essays may pose a challenge. Reflective essays require you to examine your life experiences, describe your feelings and thoughts, analyse their impact and reveal …

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What are the A Levels and Who Should take this Exam | The Red Pen

What Are the A Levels and Who Should Take This Exam

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In the past few years, the education landscape has changed dramatically. High schools have started offering a plethora of curricula, each with its own abbreviations and philosophy. So, in this world of acronyms, where do the A Levels fall and who should opt for this curriculum? What are the A Levels? A UK-based curriculum, the …

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