The International Baccalaureate is not appropriate for every student. Professor Karen Rogers has synthesized the findings of numerous research studies to identify the characteristics of students who will thrive within the environment of the International Baccalaureate. Rogers’ research identified that students with above average cognitive abilities, who have been processing and achieving beyond their grade-level peers in specific academic areas are best suited to the IB. They should possess strong characteristics in learning, motivation, communication, expression, communication precision and planning.

Students with personal characteristics which include being self-directed, independent, and motivated to learn, achieve well within the IB system. Those who are independent in thought and action; have an inner locus of control; like taking cognitive risks; persist in their own interests and with assigned tasks, are likely to flourish
with the academically rigorous curriculum offered at IB schools. Successful IB students tend to makes ready
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