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What are some good extended essay topics?

What are some good extended essay topics?

Example essays

  • Biology.
  • Economics.
  • History.
  • Language acquistion.
  • Mathematics.
  • Psychology.
  • Sciences.
  • Studies in language and literature.

How do I choose an extended essay topic?

Choosing a Subject for Your Extended Essay Choose a subject and topic that interests you – something you’re personally invested in – so you’ll stay motivated throughout the EE process. You should be able to explain and identify to others what you’re interested in and why.

Does the extended essay have to be 4000 words?

The extended essay should be written in a clear, correct and formal academic style, appropriate to the subject from which the topic is drawn. The use of word processors is encouraged. The upper limit is 4,000 words for all extended essays.

Who marks the extended essay?

the IB
All extended essays are externally assessed by examiners appointed by the IB. They are marked on a scale from 0 to 34. The score a student receives relates to a band.

What is an A in EE?

A: Focus and method [6 points] B: Knowledge and understanding [6 points] C: Critical thinking [12 points] D: Presentation [4 points] E: Engagement [6 points]

How do I do well in EE?

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 is EE structure?

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 get an EE idea?

How do you start an extended essay?

Extended Essay: Writing Your Essay

  1. Define Your Topic. Conduct Research in a Specific Discipline.
  2. Draft a Research Question.
  3. Create a Timeline.
  4. Identify Sources. Get Help from Experts.
  5. Conducting Primary Research.
  6. Plagiarism. Learn from the Work of Others.
  7. Evaluating Your Work.
  8. Assessment.

Can my EE be 2000 words?

While there is no actual minimum word count, you would probably want to write over 3,000 words, since a short essay might imply that the topic was not investigated thoroughly enough. However, some topics – mathematics among them – may require only 2,000 words to fully investigate them.

How many sources do you need for an EE?

You should find around 10 ACADEMIC sources for your EE. You can use more, if you have resources to cover them all.

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