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1. Just to make it clear - we will not give you a topic for your EE, but we will help you refine and expand on your original ideas for a topic. You are marked on your choice of topic so we can't help you with that.
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3. Before asking anything about format or requirements for the extended essay, we suggest you read the IB Extended Essay Guide first (which you can download from here).
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My IB Coordinator told me that it is super rare to get an A in EE and the majority of people get a C on EE... is that really good then? is getting an A practically impossible? i was just wondering what other people got...
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The title is pretty much self-explanatory (lol) but if not, this is a post about writing an a1 language ee, primarily focused on english obviously, and based largely on personal experience. If you have any questions about this post (turned out longer than I expected!) or the ee itself, send me a message. Also, if you have a draft and are looking for feedback, I might be able to help. Ground rules first - you need to have a good grasp of your the language you are writing your extended essay (latin and ancient greek possibly excepted) -- and this probably means a good grade in the relevant class. Choosing good supervisor, and one you are on good terms with, is also a good i…
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Want to share the title of your extended essay? Or perhaps need help choosing one? This is the place. Psychology - The Psychology of Road Rage: A discussion of psychological explanations of road rage and policy implications.
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Hey guys! so while i was going through the threads, i saw that none of them actually gave good pointers on how to write a very good abstract. So i've got a few notes which i'll share with everyone. They were handouts which my supervisor had given me, but i just condensed it into one. Good luck! HOW TO WRITE AN ABSTRACT An abstract is a concise, stand-alone statement that conveys the essential information contained in an article, book, research paper, or document. Written in a direct non-repetitive style, the abstract should: - Identify the problem (research question of thesis) investigated. - Describe the scope or method of investigation. - Summarize the results. - …
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Extended Essay for Dummies How to Start Your Extended Essay, How to Avoid Last Minute Panics, How to Effectively Get Help with your Extended Essay and More About to start your EE? Have you read the IBO Extended Essay Guide yet? If not, read it before continuing! Also please note - start a new thread if you want help with your EE! People do not regularly read this thread and you may not get a response. 1. So what exactly IS the Extended Essay? This is actually an extremely important post for many people to read, because many people fail to understand the significance of exactly what makes the Extended Essay unique, and go off in completely the wrong direction! It i…
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hey guys im doing a survey for my ee on itgs. Only answer questions that apply to you http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/W2ZDTTP
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Hi all, I just replied to a specific/topic-based EE question, and I'll repost my reply here as some of the hints/tips/advice/comments could be useful to others Ok, so it's been over a year since I did my EE, but I'll try my best to give you some help/tips. - Your topic is wayyyyyyyyyyy too broad for an EE. You should try and make it a local topic, even if it's from a broad origin. I did mine on the effect of falling economic growth (as measured by GDP) in Australia (very broad) on the residential property market of the Brisbane postal code of 4000 (extremely specific). Ultimately I didn't like my topic as there were too many variables, but I managed to still get an…
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There have been many questions about citation and referencing. Here are some good links to help you: MLA Guides http://www.utoledo.edu/library/help/guides/docs/MLAstyle.pdf Footnote Instructions and Samples http://www.aresearchguide.com/7footnot.html http://www.aresearchguide.com/samplefootnote.html http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/747/04/ http://fc.lovett.org/~rmartin/footnotes/ http://dept.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/stylesheet/mla-foot.htm Bibliography / Works cited page Instructions and Samples http://www.easybib.com/ (automatic) http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/747/06/ http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/747/12/ http://www.aresearchguide.com/sampl…
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The word limit for the EE is 4000 words. If you go over this limit you lose marks. There is no minimum but for most subjects, you should expect to go above 3500 words. For experiment based subjects like sciences or math you can go as low as 2500 if there is sufficient formulae working (math) or data (sciences) or other things not included in the word count but suffices to show that you've done work on the essay. The word limit for the Abstract is separate and is 300 words. The following are not included in the word count: footnotes, appendices, abstract. Any direct quotations included in the body of the essay are included in the word count. If you don't want to include…
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Here are the links to the Extended Essay examples we have on our Files archive. To be able to download files, you have to be a VIP member or a VIP subscriber. Please see the FAQfor information on how to become a VIP or how to buy a VIP subscription. If you want to donate and contribute files to our archive, please see this announcementor this FAQ section. Extended Essays Biology & Environmental Systems Chemistry Economics and Bussiness & Management Group 6 History Language A1 Language B Mathematics Other Group 3 subjects Physics Psychology
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Its hilarious to think of a site that is considering helping future students when their time is so limited especially on an IB basis. How can new users "benefit from [the site]" when you are proposing them to post 100 comments/posts. I mean take my intention as an example. I want my second post to be an economic guide to "benefit [the site]" ,with my essay attached to it, but how would it be possible for me to open my own essay, or my other friends'. T_T [administrator] ; Dues, lc, and hms, please see to my request upon giving more acknowledgeable privileges to the new IB'ers. I understand by what you meant when you thought that people could "benefit themselves only". B…
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hey... me doin my essay on ants.....repelling ants using common household materials like vinegar, turmeric, lemon, cucumber.....and many more.....its interesting.......getting positive results........almost complete.......... BUT CAN ANYONE FRAME A RESEARCH QUESTION FOR ME PLZ
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Hello, so I am doing a theatre EE and I am doing it over how color in lighting design affects a show and audience. I am struggling on how to cite shows I use as a reference, do I quote the script or a certain show, and if that how to I quote even if I haven't seen a live performance of it.
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Hi, My RQ for my EE, is To what extent is Cambodia’s history still affecting the population structure, education and prospects of today’s youth in Cambodia? I'm just curious to know if other people think that this is related to Geography enough before i start to write out my EE properly and if they think that it is achievable within the word limit.Thanks for your opinons
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Hi, just starting IB I want to do something about resonance or wave for my IB Physic EE. But my only problem is that I can't seem to make a good research question. I tried to write but have to rewrite again because the research question is either too vague or isn't clear enough. My supervisor isn't supporting me I don't know what to do.
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Hello everyone I'm new here and I just want some advice/opinion on my EE topic. I'm currently finding a topic for my chem EE and I'm thinking of something like determining the water hardness of different sources of water (for example tap water, commercial bottled water and even untreated water like sea water) and testing how the hardness of water effects the rate of metal corrosion or scaling of pipes. I feel like it's a bit plain and not in depth enough for an EE please give me your feedback and opinions on the topic. Thank you!!
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Hey! I'm writing my ee in economics and my topic is on sustainable consumption and prodcution of textiles in Sweden. I want to talk about both production and consumption becauseI have points to talk about in both parts.. But, I do know that this is not common and I was wondering if I could do BOTH the consumption and production throughout the essay.. or if it is not a good idea and why that would be so? Help is appreciated🙏
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hey all, I'm halfway through my EE draft but have hit a few mental roadblocks. My question is 'How decisive was the Kokoda Track Campaign between July and November 1942 in halting the Japanese advancement in the Pacific War in World War II?' I have completed heavy research but am struggling to answer the question, as in, I don't know how to address the 'how decisive' aspect. I've spoken to my supervisor, but it's not helping me. They suggested discussing long and short-term impacts, but yeah, can't grasp how to do that. Any advice would be welcomed.
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Hello guys so im new here and i just wanted your opinion on my ee research question, here it is "How is the tragedy in love explored in the masterclass Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare?" i feel like this is not good or plain please give me your advice or feedback thank you.
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Hi! im actually writing my EE i. french A cat.1 but i can t find any examples or .. and since the english A lit. is the same thing but in english here i am. My teacher and i alrdy chose a book, calle “l existentialisme est un humanisme” by Jean Paul Sartre. Its a philosophical book (i was intresoin philosophy and my teacher saw it was part of the possible path to take as long as the language used … was what was being analyzed, my prompt is “how do we perceive, at the current times, the “existentialism” sartre, as we are experiencing a post pandemic kind of times” (i couldn’t exactly translate it word for word but yh) The thing is i dont know where to start in t…
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Hey guys. I wanted to do something in Chemistry. I know I dont want to do something research based. More of experimental base. Tho i dont know which ones are the most interesting/ most challenging/ the coolest topic. I have all the lab resources available because my aunt works in a lab. (did her phd in chem). I also wanted to do something that universities might like because i was plannin on doin a major in chem and a minor in bio. so yea maybe somethin in biochem? or just chem? hear are some of my ideas. The affect of a plant (i.e. algae) on the pH level in water "The effects of sugar-free chewing gum on the pH in the mouth after a meal" is better than "Acid-base chemist…
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Hi. I'm working on my extended essay for English B Category 3 Literature, and I'm struggling to choose a book to analyze. Initially, I decided to write about 'Never Let Me Go' by Kazuo Ishiguro. However, since it's a dystopian novel, I'm unsure if it's a good choice. Many people suggest that analyzing a dystopian novel might not be ideal due to their overdone and classic nature. Nevertheless, 'Never Let Me Go' is not as popular as other dystopian novels like '1984' or 'Brave New World.' I'm still unsure. Can anyone give me advice on whether I should go ahead with analyzing this book? I would really appreciate your insights.
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Hiiiii! I hope everyone is alright I'm starting DP this month (on the 15th) and I haven't been able to choose my topic/subject yet, I was hoping you could help me out a bit? I previously did myp and choosing my personal project topic was hell so I really don't want to have the same experience with EE I love science, and I'll be taking bio and chem SL (my school doesn't offer any science at HL) but I have heard it's quite hard and I'm really hoping for a high score (hopefully above 40) at the end of the program, so I'm kinda worried that I'll need HL knowledge I'm great at maths but I don't imagine doing a whole paper on them (Math analysis SL) In HL …
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Im doing my extended essay in English cat 1 and my teacher has informed me that the only work cited that matters is my novel, and I can use websites to help with my research. I plan on putting those websites in my "works cited" at the end but do I also have to include them in my in text citations even if I dont use them in my essay??
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Hello EEs are about to start soon but am having trouble thinking of an EE research question on rockets so it would awesome if some of you could suggest some ideas! Thanks! I take Physics HL, Math HL, Eng HL, Chem SL, Span AB, Business Management HL. Open to all ideas!
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Hello EEs are about to start soon but am having trouble thinking of an EE research question on rockets so it would awesome if some of you could suggest some ideas! Thanks!
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Hello I'm planning to do my EE (English B HL) on Jack London's The Iron Heel. I still might change my RQ but here it is for now: How did Jack London's time and family structure influence the socialist revolution he wrote in his book "The Iron Heel"? What category would this be in? 2a, 2b, or 3?
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Hello! I am an IB1 student and im here just to ask whether my IB Chemistry EE topic idea is ok. My idea was to do some analysis of alcohol content and additive in wine, and see if the concentration of these changes as the price of a certain wine changes. Is this a good idea? Is it good enough for a chemistry EE? thank you
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hey guys, I'm currently planning to write my english extended essay on HBO series Game of thrones, I kinda want to focus on its feministic impact, for example the ultimate rivalry between daenerys and cersi, but I have a problem with how to phrase my rq, for example, how hbo series got has influenced American watchers on the wave of feminism. Plz help me phrase the question or provide any useful ideas. thanks so much
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Is it worth remarking an EE 3 points off an A? I've researched a bit and heard both sides, with some people saying that the marking really depends on the moderator vs there not much chance of the actual grade moving. I need an extra point to meet my uni offer and EE is the closest mark to a higher grade across everything but I am just not sure if it is worth it. Does anyone know if there has been much success with EE remarks in general?
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one of my student need this full text article: http://www.ibscdc.org/Case_Studies/Innovation and New Product Development/IPD0075.htm
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Hey guys! I want to do my EE on the HBO series game of thrones and just wanna know whether it’s recommended or not, also I’d love any suggestion for research questions particularly focusing on Daenerys or Cersei
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Hello! My EE's subject is History, and I want to do it on the Philippines and its formalized education as introduced by Spanish and American colonizers. Specifically, I wanted to focus on how Filipino women's role in society has changed due to that formalized education. However, once I went online to do some research, I found a bunch of academic articles that have practically the same topic as I do! At first, I thought my question was specific and niche enough, but to my surprise, there's plenty of works out there that have focused on women's education in the Philippines. If I continue to do this topic, I'm worried that it might not be original enough or that I …
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Yo IBees, Guess what? I stumbled upon this legit goldmine where you can snag 3 dope topic ideas with research Qs and lil’ blurbs for each, all from IB gurus – fo' FREE! 🤯 I played wingman for my homies and scored these ideas not once, but TWICE (pro tip: switch up the email addy, they only let you have one go at it). For all you peeps straining your brain cells looking for those killer extended essay ideas, this is a game changer. https://bit.ly/3rbKtU4 Here’s an insider tip: Pour your heart and soul into that form and drop them all the deets about what you’re looking for. The more you spill, the better they can tailor that goodness to fit you li…
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I am doing English B EE and I am thinking about writing how the social media language effect on the society and culture. I need some idea for my research questions and feel free to suggest me. Thank you
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hey so here's my research question for English B: cat 2B To what extent does “Mrs. Dalloway” set in 1923 effectively captures after effects of world war Ⅰ (1914-1918) on the british society and its impact on literature LET ME KNOW ANY SUGGESTIONS U HAVE
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Initially, I wanted to do a Bio EE, however the topics I had in mind (the affects of shoeing on the joints of horses & other biomechanical ideas) were not viable as they were too tricky or I could not get enough primary research for them. However I've shifted my views to History as it has quite a range of potential topics... I have many ideas however I am struggling to narrow them down, and or, choose a definite topic and thereafter question. - I'm interested in the psychology behind historical events... (the cause) - I am interested in dark cases - I'm interested in exploring potentially 'taboo' topics These feel rather vague, however if anybo…
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Hi. I've decided to do my EE in English, focusing on Percy Jackson and The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan. I'm not getting any good advice from my supervisor, and the internet isn't really helping me. I've gone through a lot of book changes prior to this, more specifically dystopian and feminist books. However, I've read that these are really overused topics, so I wanted to try to think out of the box. I decided to choose Percy Jackson because I think that there is a lot of content I can analyze for my 4,000 words. It's okay to choose a relatively 'easy' book for EE, right? Right now, I need help on choosing a topic and formulating a good research question. Honestly…
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Hey everyone, So my teacher for anthropology is leaving soon and I was supposed to do EE in his subject, though I do have interest in Anthropology I am not really sure if it will be easy for me to work on it considering that there will a new teacher in replacement who might not be as efficient, SO i can't risk doing EE on a subject whose teacher is new to IB. I have another option of doing EE in english B but I heard that its very difficult, plus my english teacher is also comparatively newer as she joined IB in the same year I joined IB1. Please suggest if I should continue to do an EE in anthro or shift to English? plz consider all aspects like diff…
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HELP! I am doing my EE in english B, and my RQ is “to what extent does Bill, Charlie’s English teacher, contribute to his character development in The perks of being a Wallflower?” and my supervisor accepted this. However, I am not sure whether this topic/question fits any of the 3 english B categories. I wanted to make it a category 3 essay, a literary analysis, but i’m not sure if it focuses on literature enough. To answer my RQ I wanted to mention factors such as books as a symbol, and the intertextuality connected to those books, and how his character develops in general. Pls HELP! is this good or does it not fit the category?
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I am doing an EE in chemistry and I wanted to do it on electrochemical cells. My idea right now is to change the concentrations of the electrolyte solutions in the voltaic cell and seeing if its possible to use the electricity produced to power an electrolytic cell. I just don't know if this is too simple, looking at other examples I feel like the analysis is so complex, but I feel like mine would be very basic. Any thoughts or ideas would be appreciated.
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I'm currently carrying out my research for my EE, and I was wondering what the minimum and/or recommended amount of sources demanded for Physics?
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Hello, I am a student currently struggling to select an extended essay topic. I would like to select a topic in one of the 3 subjects, namely Langlit, Math or physics. Could someone here recommend a topic? Or a book for langlit? Would greatly appreciate any help in this, I am at my wits ends. Currently, I am thinking of doing an EE in Langlit on American Psycho and capitalism, but I worry that the contents maybe too graphic for an Extended Essay. Any help would be appreciated.
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I haven't been clearly told by my EE supervisor if computer science EE require primary research
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Hello guys, I need help regarding my english A EE. Im thinking of doing it about the shatter me series and other books talking about how males are always seen as saviors in most romance books and as a gate way to a different life. Can someone help me write an EE research topic? Thank youuuu
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Hi! I’m a junior and we are currently working on our EE. I’m struggling with finding a good topic, there’s a lot of sources on The wars of the Roses and I’m struggling with figuring out the best way to go about it. My sources state more of what happened and not why.
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Hi!! I am currently on my first year of IB and have just started working on my extended essay. I was wondering if the following research question : 'To what extent does the marketing strategies implemented by HYBE impact the sales and reach of ENHYPEN?' be a good topic to work on under Business Management?? As someone who has been into K-pop for years and wants to pursue marketing in the long run; I thought it would fit both my personal interests and prospects for the future. I would love to know your thoughts on this! Thank you!
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Hello All, I am currently in IBDP year 1. I really wanted some suggestions for a few EE questions related to a question, that includes both Engineering Physics and Circular Motion ( SUBJECT - PHYSICS ). Can someone please suggest a RQ and a simple experiment that can be used to conduct the RQ?
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I am writing my EE in music, as I love the subject and I love music in general. I am wanting to talk about the musical, Hamilton, because it has so many elements that can be discussed about in its soundtrack album that consists of whooping 46 songs. But I cannot seem to come up with the research question. I am planning to talk about the different musical motifs (melodic & rhythmic) that occur throughout the whole show, and about musical concepts (pitch, textures duration, tone colour, dynamics, structure), and anything else there may be that can be spotted. Any ideas or suggestions just to give me a little push that will start me off with my EE would be gre…
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on IBIS, it says that my extended essay is candidate submitted, and not submitted as it is stated on my TOK essay. I would like to clarify that I only shortened some quotes to fit the word count, but I changed this after completing the viva voce reflection (everything else is the same). I also did not submit this shortened, updated version to Managebac, only to the IBIS platform, and it still states that it is "candidate submitted". Does this mean that my essay cannot be authenticated due to this change? Am I in trouble? I would really like some feedback ASAP. thank you!
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