Is IB worth at ALL??????

RisingSun
Tue, 11 Jul 2006 01:56:25 +0000

Yeah, ok, I’ve thought on this for a bit, and here’s what I think.

IB prepares you, yes. But, if you’re stupid, you won’t become smart. If you’re smart, you’re not going to get much smarter. It’s just kind of a work-ethic catalyst. I think if you are confident in your intelligence, there’s nothing wrong with taking rigorous-enough courses at the community college and then assimilating into a college that way. Four years is a long time, and the first year is probably enough for you to pick up any work habits that you need. Plus, you can get credits from community colleges, and your choices of classes are clearly much more diversified. However, I must say that IB has presented me with a lot of great experiences, and I’m kind of proud to hold the paper in my hand that says “Diploma Awarded” or whatever. It’s good stuff, but … worth it? Meh, I’ll go think so more.