Assessment
Experimental work Question 3
This page of questions on experimental work in preparation for Section B of Paper 1 can be marked as direct student access either for assigning as a test or for students to work on in their own time....
Assessment
Experimental work Question 2
This page of questions on experimental work in preparation for Section B of Paper 1 can be marked as direct student access either for assigning as a test or for students to work on in their own time....
Assessment
Experimental work Question 1
This page of questions on experimental work in preparation for Section B of Paper 1 can be marked as direct student access either for assigning as a test or for students to work on in their own time....
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FAQs
1. What if my student wants to research a topic that is basically Biochemistry? Apart from specific interdisciplinary subjects (see page 351 of the EE guide) and World Studies, Extended Essays must be...
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Summary of advice
There is a lot of information to digest about Extended Essays. Students need to score about 14/34 (in May 2021 it was 13.34) in order to gain at least a 'satisfactory' grade (i.e. a grade C). I really...
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Grading system
The maximum number of marks that can be awarded to an Extended Essay is 34. This is made up for the marks available for each of the five assessment criteria. All Extended Essays in all subjects are marked...
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Criterion E
1. Reflections on engagement with the process – planning & progress 2. Reflections on engagement with the research focus - intellectual initiative and/or creative approach in the ”student voice” The assessment...
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Criterion D
This criterion focuses on two main strands. 1. Structure – as expected & appropriate for the subject 2. Layout – required elements to support understanding The assessment is based upon the extent to which...
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Criterion C
This criterion focuses on four main strands (although the IB puts discussion and evaluation together). 1. Research – appropriate to research question & relevant 2. Analysis – clearly focused & effectively...
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Criterion B
This criterion focuses on two main strands. 1. Knowledge and understanding – clear, relevant and coherent 2. Terminology and concepts – accurate and consistent The assessment is based on the extent to...