A research based passion project Do it for a reason
What is the Extended Essay and the VWA?
A research based passion project Do it for a reason
Extended Essay
What is the Extended Essay and the VWA?
A research based passion project Do it for a reason
• Final version = Externally Assessed • Draft version = Feedback and assessment internally – supervisor • Independent and focused research paper in one of your EE subjects • 40 – 50 hours of work • 5 hours of supervision • Plagiarism free • Academic writing structure • 4000 words • 3 formal reflection sessions • 500-word reflection including the Viva Voce • Predicted Grade and comments given by supervisor • Electronically uploaded to the IB
VWA • Final version = Internally Assessed • Draft version = Feedback and assessment internally – supervisor • Independent and focused research paper • 40 – 50 hours of work • 5 hours of supervision • Plagiarism free • Academic writing structure • 60 000 characters (incl. spaces….) • Protocolled reflections – student & teacher • Formal presentation before the commission • Electronically uploaded • 2 printed copies following the strict guidelines
Extended Essay • Final version = Externally Assessed • Draft version = Feedback and assessment internally – supervisor
“How is the EE graded?”
A research based passion project Do it for a reason
VWA • Final version = Internally Assessed • Draft version = Feedback and assessment internally – supervisor
Criteria • • • • •
“How is the EE graded?”
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Criteria A – Focus & Method Criteria B – Knowledge & Understanding Criteria C – Critical Thinking Criteria D – Presentation Criteria E - Engagement
Points Criteria
Based on
Marks
A
Topics Research Question Methodology
6
B
Context Subject terminology Concepts
6
C
Research Analysis Discussion & Evaluation
12
D
Structure Layout
4
E
Process Research focus
6
TOTAL
34
• The Extended Essay is a CORE component of the IB Diploma Programme • Together with the TOK and CAS, the EE will make up 3 from the 45 possible points • The matrix below shows you how:
“How is the EE graded?”
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EE & TOK Assessment Matrix
1.
Visit our Moodle Support Course
IBDP Extended Essay 2023/25 AGI DEA
Extended Essay Process
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2.
Plan your time – using our timeline
IBDP Extended Essay 2023/25 AGI DEA
Extended Essay Process
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3.
Choose an IB Subject (HL Subject recommended)
IBDP Extended Essay 2023/25 AGI DEA
Extended Essay Process
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Language & Literature German A English A Self-Taught A Language Acquisition German B English B French B Italian B Individuals and Societies Economics Geography History Psychology Sciences Biology Chemistry Mathematics Mathematics A&I The Arts Visual Arts
3.
Read the extended essay subject specific assessment criteria IBDP Extended Essay 2023/25 AGI DEA
Extended Essay Process
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Extended Essay Guide
4. 5.
Choose a category and topic within your subject Reflect with your subject teacher on the suitability of your topic IBDP Extended Essay 2023/25 AGI DEA
Extended Essay Process
A research based passion project Do it for a reason
Extended Essay Guide
6.
Try using the Preparation Exercise on Moodle • It creates a document that you can use with a possible subject teacher or supervisor IBDP Extended Essay 2023/25 AGI DEA
Extended Essay Process
A research based passion project Do it for a reason
Extended Essay Preparation
7.
Download the EE/VWA Registration Form from Moodle • Complete all the boxes and present it to your ‘first choice’ supervisor
IBDP Extended Essay 2023/25 AGI DEA
Extended Essay Process
A research based passion project Do it for a reason
VWA/EE Registration
8.
Extended Essay Support
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What are narrow research questions?
9.
Extended Essay Support
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What is a good question starter?
Deadlines
Steve DEA IB Diploma Programme Coordinator
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Description
Date
Preparation
October/November
Topic Registration
4. December 2023
Reflection 1
December 2023
Research
December 2023 – July 2024
Writing
July 2024 – November 2024
1st Draft
October 2024
Reflection 2
October 2024
Final submission Essay
November 2024
Viva Voce – Reflection 3
20. November 2024
Final submission – Reflection Form RRPF
22. November 2024
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Steve DEA IB Diploma Programme Coordinator
Angerzellgasse 14 A-6020 INNSBRUCK TIROL, AUSTRIA s.dea@tsn.at +43 664 1200 633 agi@tsn.at +43 50 902 8010