1. The Extended Essay

2. How does it fit in?

3. Definition In-depth study of a focused topic Topic of own choice
Within a single Diploma Programme subject
Guidance of supervisor
Maximum 4000 words

4. Demands
Topic that requires the gathering and analysis of information from a number of sources
Genuine intellectual challenge
Independent research + critical thinking
Formal, structured presentation

5. Focus Process of academic research Level of analysis
Quality of argument
Coherence of communication
Standards of formal presentation
(referencing, bibliography, abstract)

6. Time Management Recommended: 40 hrs in total
Work done outside regular class work
Consultation session(s) with supervisor
Internal deadlines

7. Guidance Supervisor  subject teacher
Librarian  study center, research library
EE Guide (first examinations 2009)
Internet  EE sites

8. Assessment Externally assessed
Grade from A (excellent) to E (elementary)
Grade boundary scale 0-36
Generic assessment criteria (A-K)
Combined with TOK: max. 3 bonus points
”Viva Voce”-interview with supervisor
(10-15 min)

9. Assessment Criteria: generic, subject group specific interpretations
A: research question (achievement levels: 0,1,2)
B: introduction (0,1,2)
C: investigation (0,1,2,3,4)
D: knowledge and understanding of the topic studied (0,1,2,3,4)
E: reasoned argument (0,1,2,3,4)
F: application of analytical and evaluative skills (0,1,2,3,4)
G: use of language (0,1,2,3,4)
H: conclusion (0,1,2)
I: formal presentation (0,1,2,3,4)
J: abstract (0,1,2)
K: holistic judgement (0,1,2,3,4)

10. Papers needed
EE Guide (start 2009) : generic part, subject groups part
Checklist of criterion I (”formal presentation”)
Contract with signatures from your supervisor
Deadlines paper
Calendar you keep during the process- time management

11. Academic honesty Clear indication of sources used
NO plagiarism, collusion, duplication  ”malpractice” !!
”Viva Voce”-interview with supervisor
(10-15 min)
When detected  disqualification from Diploma

12. Definition of Malpractise
PLAGIARISM = the representation of ideas or work of another person as the candidate’s own
COLLUSION = supporting malpractise by another candidate, as in allowing one’s work to be copied or submitted for assessment by another
DUPLICATION of work = presentation of the same work for different assessment components and/or diploma requirements
Any other behaviour which gains an unfair advantage for a candidate or which affects the results of another candidate