IB MYP Grade 1 Global Politics
Global Politics for IB MYP Grade 1 (ages 11–12) covers power, rights, governance and cooperation between people and nations. At this foundational stage, learners learn to analyse political issues, compare perspectives and argue a position with evidence.
What learners will do
- Analyse political issues
- Compare perspectives
- Argue a position with evidence
How Global Politics is assessed
MYP Individuals and Societies is assessed against four criteria: A (knowing and understanding), B (investigating), C (communicating) and D (thinking critically).
Study tip
Always ask "why does this matter?" Linking facts to causes, consequences and perspectives is what lifts a good answer into a great one.
Who is this Global Politics page for?
It is for IB MYP Grade 1 learners, typically aged 11–12, and for the parents and teachers who support them.
Where do I start?
Browse the resources on this page and start with any marked Free.