IB teacher workshops
ISTA
IB teacher workshops for arts educators
ISTA delivers high-quality IB-accredited professional development for International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (DP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP) Theatre, Film, and Arts teachers. Our immersive workshops enhance educators’ understanding of course delivery, assessment, and pedagogy, equipping them with practical strategies to support student learning and creative exploration while aligning with the IB’s mission.
Led by expert IB workshop leaders—including examiners, curriculum developers, and experienced educators—ISTA’s training provides specialist guidance tailored to the unique demands of IB arts education. Officially accredited by the IB, these workshops deepen teachers’ knowledge of IB philosophy, subject-specific content, and assessment practices, ensuring they are well-prepared to deliver DP and MYP arts courses effectively.
Our collaboration with the IB
ISTA is an official global provider for a range of IB accredited workshops, serving as a trusted leader in IB professional development since 2006. Our facilitators are renowned experts in IB arts education and bring real-world experience from diverse international schools and IB assessment teams.

IB DP Workshop Categories
Whether you’re new to the IB or an experienced educator looking to refine your practice, ISTA offers workshops for every stage of your professional development.
Category 1 – Introduction & Foundations
- For teachers new to the IB DP or teaching a DP subject for the first time.
- Focuses on the IB mission, curriculum structure, core components, and assessment criteria.
- Essential for schools applying for IB authorisation.
Category 2 – Enhancing Teaching & Learning
- For experienced IB DP teachers who have completed Category 1 or taught at least one DP assessment cycle.
- Explores advanced assessment techniques, curriculum development, and student engagement strategies.
- Helps refine teaching methodologies and course implementation.
Category 3 – Introduction & Foundations
- For experienced IB DP teachers who have completed Category 1 or taught at least one DP assessment cycle.
- Explores advanced assessment techniques, curriculum development, and student engagement strategies.
- Helps refine teaching methodologies and course implementation.

IB DP Workshop Categories
Whether you’re new to the IB or an experienced educator looking to refine your practice, ISTA offers workshops for every stage of your professional development.
Category 1 – Introduction & Foundations
- For teachers new to the IB DP or teaching a DP subject for the first time.
- Focuses on the IB mission, curriculum structure, core components, and assessment criteria.
- Essential for schools applying for IB authorisation.
Category 2 – Enhancing Teaching & Learning
- For experienced IB DP teachers who have completed Category 1 or taught at least one DP assessment cycle.
- Explores advanced assessment techniques, curriculum development, and student engagement strategies.
- Helps refine teaching methodologies and course implementation.
Category 3 – Introduction & Foundations
- For experienced IB DP teachers who have completed Category 1 or taught at least one DP assessment cycle.
- Explores advanced assessment techniques, curriculum development, and student engagement strategies.
- Helps refine teaching methodologies and course implementation.