Sage-Tips

What are the best IB subjects?

For students taking the IB, you are advised to take at least two, and ideally three, of Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics at Higher Level. The most natural pairings are Biology and Chemistry, Chemistry and Physics, and Mathematics and Physics.

How do I choose a subject in IB?

Here are some tips for students if they’re finding it hard to choose their IB subjects.

1. Talk to your teachers. This is Bryan Carson, IB art teacher at DHS.
2. Explore your interests.
3. Check what universities are looking for.
4. Don’t let others decide for you.

What should I write for my EE?

Your EE needs a clear introduction (which should be one to two double-spaced pages), research question/focus (i.e., what you’re investigating), a body, and a conclusion (about one double-spaced page). An essay with unclear organization will be graded poorly. The body of your EE should make up the bulk of the essay.

How do I write a good EE IB?

Here are my expert Extended Essay tips for success.

1. Be strategic by choosing a topic relevant to university applications.
2. Learn the rules!
3. Start early and invest time in the first part of the process.
4. View the Extended Essay as a learning experience, not a task.
5. Be open to evolving your Extended Essay.

How do you write an IB essay?

5 Steps That Will Make Your IB Essay Great!

1. 1) Keep It Simple. Although your essay might have lots of good evidence and be very interesting the overall structure should be simple.
2. 2) Make a clear plan.
3. 3) Logically show how your points support your argument.
4. 4) Write the Introduction.
5. 5) Check, check and check again.

Why is the FOA important to the IB?

Every teaching context is different, and most likely these are differences that the IB would like to accommodate. So too should we. The FOA is the perfect chance for teachers to experiment, learn from mistakes and apply professional judgment.

What are further oral activities (FOAS)?

Further oral activities are based on texts and topics from Parts 1 and 2 of the syllabus. The activity should be rooted in a primary source. Students must conduct at least two FOAs; one on Part 1 and one on Part 2. Teachers may provide more opportunities to do an FOA than these two.

How much is the IB English Foa worth?

The IB English FOA is worth 15\%. It’s one of the three coursework requirements you’ll need to complete for IB English (both for SL and HL). So with 15\% of your grade on the line, is it time to start panicking, having anxiety attacks, and feeling depressed?

What is an example of a FOA?

My other FOA was an analysis on the language employed on Twitter. One of my examples was a tweet by Rihanna but the point of me brining this up is that in addition to getting technical with your analysis, don’t shy away from being creative. So hopefully that’s put you at ease. Get creative with your FOA!