Assessment Objectives:
Knowledge and understanding
Application and analysis
Synthesis and evaluation
A variety of (research) skills
You can earn up to 3 points for your Extended Essay and TOK paper as this chart shows. Please note that a failing grade on the extended essay, being accused of academic dishonesty, or failing to turn in an extended essay at all will result in failing to earn an IB diploma no matter how high your test scores may be.
Knowledge and understanding
- of the topic chosen and the research question posed
- of subject specific terminology and/or concepts
- of relevant and/or appropriate research sources and/or methods used to gather information
Application and analysis
- To select and apply research that is relevant and appropriate to the research question.
- To analyze the research effectively and focus on the research question.
Synthesis and evaluation
- To be able to discuss the research in terms of a clear and coherent reasoned argument
- To be able to critically evaluate the arguments presented in the essay.
- To be able to reflect on and evaluate the research process.
A variety of (research) skills
- To be able to present information in an appropriate academic format.
- To understand and demonstrate academic integrity.
You can earn up to 3 points for your Extended Essay and TOK paper as this chart shows. Please note that a failing grade on the extended essay, being accused of academic dishonesty, or failing to turn in an extended essay at all will result in failing to earn an IB diploma no matter how high your test scores may be.