Assessment
Paper 1
Paper 1 is a source-based assessment based on the topics from the Core Unit. There are four questions, all of which need to be answered. The only difference between SL and HL for this component is the
Paper 2
Paper 2 consists of two sections, both of which require an essay response. Students must do one and only one essay from each section, and both responses will be marked using a 15-mark evaluation tool.
The Engagement Project
The Engagement Project sections are intended to provide you with everything you need to know about the design, planning, writing and assessment of the Engagement Project. The Engagement Project offers
Paper 3
Paper 3The IB refers to Paper 3 as the “HL Extension,” which simply means the “HL Component” or HL part of the course. Paper 3 is for Higher Level students only and is worth 30 percent of their... Writing
The Extended Essay
The Extended Essay (often referred to as the “EE”) is a major piece of independent, academic research. Students choose a topic that interests them and write an academic essay of no more than 4,000...