Preparing for the IB self-study can feel like a monumental task. Coordinators must gather reflections, policy documentation, assessment data, and collaboration records — all while ensuring that evidence aligns perfectly with the IB Standards and Practices.
For many schools, the challenge isn’t a lack of good practice — it’s the chaos of trying to prove it. Evidence often lives in separate folders, staff emails, and paper records, making self-study preparation time-consuming and stressful.
That’s why leading IB schools are turning to RevisionDojo. With its structured reflection systems, analytics dashboards, and tagging tools, RevisionDojo for Schools transforms self-study preparation from a scramble for documents into a streamlined, data-informed process that captures real evidence of learning and growth.
Why Evidence Collection Is So Demanding
The IB self-study process requires schools to demonstrate alignment across all Standards and Practices — from philosophy and leadership to teaching, learning, and assessment.
The biggest obstacles often include:
- Disorganized reflection and feedback records.
- Inconsistent evidence of policy implementation.
- Difficulty connecting daily practice to IB Standards.
- Time lost chasing documentation from multiple departments.
RevisionDojo solves these problems by making evidence collection automatic — built into the reflection and analytics systems that teachers already use daily.
Quick Start Checklist: Using RevisionDojo for IB Self-Study
- Enable reflection tagging aligned with IB Standards and Practices.
- Collect teacher reflections directly through shared dashboards.
- Use analytics to identify evidence gaps and trends.
- Export reports for Standards A, B, and C documentation.
- Facilitate reflective meetings using the platform’s data summaries.
With these steps, evidence isn’t “collected” — it’s continuously created.
How RevisionDojo Simplifies Evidence Collection
1. Standards-Aligned Reflection Templates
RevisionDojo includes customizable reflection templates that link directly to the IB Standards and Practices.
For example:
- A teacher reflection on formative assessment connects to C4.2 (Assessment supports learning).
- A coordinator reflection on PD links to B2.3 (Professional development supports IB philosophy).
- A department reflection on collaboration maps to C1.6 (Collaborative planning ensures curriculum alignment).
Every reflection automatically generates tagged evidence aligned with IB expectations — no extra paperwork required.
2. Centralized Evidence Repository
Instead of storing evidence in dozens of shared folders, RevisionDojo houses everything in one organized platform.
Coordinators can access:
- Teacher reflections and analytics.
- Policy review logs and implementation notes.
- Assessment moderation data.
- ATL and Learner Profile integration reports.
Evidence is automatically categorized by standard, department, and time frame — ready for use in the self-study narrative or evaluator visit.
3. Analytics That Reveal Strengths and Gaps
RevisionDojo’s analytics dashboards do more than store data — they make it meaningful.
Coordinators can:
- See which IB Standards are most frequently reflected upon.
- Identify areas with limited evidence.
- Track reflection engagement and quality across departments.
- Analyze trends over time to show continuous growth.
These insights help leadership teams focus improvement efforts and demonstrate reflective progress to IB evaluators.
4. Collaborative Reflection Cycles
Self-study preparation is most effective when it’s collaborative, not top-down. RevisionDojo supports structured reflection cycles where departments and teams discuss evidence, share insights, and build the self-study narrative together.
A typical cycle might look like this:
- Teachers complete reflections on teaching, assessment, or policy alignment.
- Departments review analytics to identify common themes.
- Coordinators host reflective meetings to discuss findings.
- Notes are compiled into the self-study report directly from the platform.
This process builds ownership — every teacher contributes authentic evidence of school growth.
5. Exportable Reports for Evaluation and Documentation
RevisionDojo automatically compiles tagged reflections and analytics into exportable reports organized by IB Standard and Practice.
Reports can include:
- Reflection summaries and teacher participation logs.
- Evidence tables aligned to Standards A, B, and C.
- Charts showing reflection and feedback engagement.
- Annotated examples for evaluators.
Schools can submit these directly as self-study appendices or use them to guide evaluation discussions.
Real-World Example: From Evidence Overload to Clarity
Scenario:
An IB school preparing for its five-year evaluation faced 300+ unorganized reflection documents spread across Google Drive and email threads. Coordinators spent months sorting and tagging evidence.
Action Using RevisionDojo:
- Coordinators centralized all reflection in RevisionDojo.
- Teachers used templates linked to IB Standards.
- Analytics identified missing evidence for ATL integration and assessment reflection.
- Coordinators exported organized evidence tables for the self-study.
Result:
The school completed its self-study early, with data visualizations that impressed evaluators. The IB visiting team praised the “transparency and traceability of evidence,” and staff stress dropped dramatically.
The Benefits for IB Schools
For Teachers:
- Reflection becomes meaningful and manageable.
- No extra workload to produce evidence — it’s built into teaching.
- Clear understanding of how their work supports IB Standards.
For Coordinators:
- Evidence is auto-tagged and ready for evaluation.
- Analytics provide instant oversight of progress.
- Collaboration and reflection become ongoing, not event-based.
For Leadership Teams:
- Real-time data supports strategic decision-making.
- Self-study reports are grounded in authentic, current practice.
- Evaluators see a culture of reflection, not compliance.
RevisionDojo makes IB evaluation preparation a natural outcome of reflective practice.
Connecting Evidence Collection to IB Frameworks
RevisionDojo supports evidence generation across every IB domain:
- Standard A (Philosophy): Reflections on mission alignment and Learner Profile.
- Standard B (Organization): PD records, leadership reflections, and resource allocation.
- Standard C (Curriculum): Assessment feedback, ATL analytics, and collaborative planning evidence.
Because data is collected continuously, schools can show not just compliance — but evolution and improvement.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can evidence from RevisionDojo be exported for IB submission?
Yes. Coordinators can export formatted evidence summaries, charts, and narratives ready for inclusion in the self-study report.
2. Does the system track evidence across programs (DP, MYP, CP)?
Absolutely. Each program can have its own evidence dashboards while maintaining consistency across the school.
3. How does RevisionDojo ensure reflection quality?
Reflection templates include guiding prompts and criteria to ensure depth, alignment, and clarity.
4. Can evaluators access data directly through RevisionDojo?
Yes, schools can optionally provide read-only access during evaluation to streamline transparency.
Practical Tips for Coordinators
- Start early: Build reflection tagging into everyday practice.
- Review analytics quarterly: Monitor evidence coverage before self-study begins.
- Use reflection cycles: Make evidence collection collaborative, not administrative.
- Link PD to self-study goals: Ensure professional development supports areas identified by data.
- Keep it authentic: Let reflections capture real teacher and student experiences.
When reflection is authentic, evidence becomes effortless.
The Bigger Picture: Reflection as Evidence
Evidence doesn’t have to mean paperwork. The best proof of IB alignment comes from authentic reflection — the stories and insights teachers and students share every day.
RevisionDojo bridges the gap between practice and proof. Every reflection, rubric, and data point becomes usable evidence of the IB mission in action.
Instead of “collecting” evidence, schools simply live it — and RevisionDojo records the journey.
Conclusion: Confidence Through Clarity
Preparing for the IB self-study no longer has to be stressful or time-consuming. With RevisionDojo, evidence collection happens naturally through structured reflection, analytics, and collaboration.
Schools can present data that’s organized, authentic, and transparent — showing evaluators not just compliance, but continuous growth.
To learn how your IB school can simplify self-study evidence collection through data and reflection, visit RevisionDojo for Schools today.
