Extended Essay
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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.
2. Before doing anything, read the Extended Essay for Dummies thread. At the very least, we recommend you take a look at the 5 Cardinal Rules of the EE!
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).
4. Make your thread titles descriptive. At the minimum, mention the subject area and if you have one, the topic! For instance "History EE on Nazi Propaganda" is better than "EE help please". The people who know about history and nazi propaganda will click on the first thread and probably miss the second one. Help us to help you - give it an accurate title!
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Hello everyone would love some advice. my rq: (rough ik) is what is the effect of different ph's (1-10) on the probiotic 'Lactobacillus paracasel Shirota' with regards to reaching the small intestines and being successfully absorbed. i wanna gets pre nourished agar gels. with set ph's from 1-10 and proceed with 5 trials at each ph and use the data of the sustained bacteria colonies as to measure the effect of the phs. but i want to relate this to human science and see their effectiveness in human medicine and see if they are actually absorbed and can withstand the ph of the intestines where there absorbed. any ideas on differing approaches or re…
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Here is my Chemistry EE Topic and Question that I have developed: Topic: "A comparison of NaOH and CaO as alkaline catalysts in the transesterification reaction of Vegetable Oil to Bio diesel based on Green Chemistry Principles" RQ: “How would NaOH and CaO compare as alkaline based catalysts in a green synthesis of bio diesel from the transesterification of Vegetable Oil?" Independent Variable/s: Type of Catalyst - Homogeneous (NaOH) and Heterogeneous (CaO) [amount and concentration are control] Depen…
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Let's say my research question was set up something like this (not the actual question I want to use and very broad): "To what extent did the (historical economic practice) of (country) influence (country's) modern (economic practices)?" What I'm concerned about is whether examiners will remove marks for partially focusing on events closer to modern times. Would they think that I'm straying from the subject if I analyze modern events in relation to historical ones (or vice versa)? I know that in a philosophical sense, everything that has already happened is history, however I think that goes beyond both the point of a history EE and what the examiners expect fro…
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So my idea is to test how efficient cleaning products work (soapy water, hand sanitizer, baby wipes, rubbing alcohol, etc.) by basically growing a few petri dishes of bacteria and then putting each substance on the bacterial growth and analyzing results. What do you guys think? Too simple? Any thoughts or tips at all would be greatly appreciated.
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Hi everybody, My school does not offer an IB Film course but I am interested in writing an EE about Studio Ghibli films and the themes of self-discovery and maturity. I've heard that some people don't recommend doing an EE on a subject that you don't take as a class but I wanted more insight if other people would also not recommend me to do that. I'm also interested on how hard the grading for the a film EE would be in relative to, let's say, a History EE. I would to hear your thoughts! Thanks so much, idontknowanymore
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I am thinking of writing an essay about Scarlet Witch (Wanda) in Marvel Cinematic Universe. I am considering if I should write about the symbolism and social issues surrounding the character or the importance of this character and future prospects of the character. Also, I am wondering if I should put it as a Film paper or a Literature paper. Please help me out.
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Hey so I am trying to come up with topics for my EE. I am stuck and do not know what to write about for this essay. I really enjoy playing soccer (football) and politics revolving around immigration, drug cartels, and my country's international involvement. Please help me come up with topics! Thanks in advance!
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I am very fascinated with escape rooms, and I thought that studying them for an extended essay might be interesting. I want to compare the immersive storytelling experience of an escape room with a second-hand experience, like watching a movie or reading a book, but I'm not sure how to work that into a topic. Could I make that into an English essay? The other idea I had was to talk about the gamification of classrooms with escape rooms, but I think that might be too narrow. Thoughts on either of these topics?
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Hey guys, our teacher has asked us to think about what we want to do for our EEs. I have literally no idea what to do... I want to do something in biology but I was wondering if you HAVE to do an experiment... I've been looking online and there's a lot of mixed responses to this question... Also, if I was going to do an IA on a space related topic, what questions/topics could I research?? please help me thank u
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is a chemistry ee on validation of analytical methods ( i will be doing edta titration) ok?
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Hey, Im currently in Grade 11 and we've just been introduced to our EE and I've decided I wanted to do mine in Economics even though humanities essays are considered more difficult. I need to make a proposal to my economics teacher by this week since he's very sought after and teaches two subjects so if anyone could let me know whether my idea is suitable it would be much appreciated. Basically, in my essay I wanted to talk about Brexit and the fall of the pound as a result of this and I wanted to link it to either Income of British expats in Abu Dhabi (local context) however i thought that this might've been too specific even though its easy to get primary dat…
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I was told, not too long ago, i had to restart my ee, and our first draft is due in a week from now. I was told to do it in physics but i just cannot find any nice questions for it. I am interested in gravity and electricity, but i dont know what i could write about that fit under these topics. Maybe investigating some interesting property, but idk. Does anyone know any interesting topics i could focus on, or if you have exemplar questions that would be highly appreciated. I just feel like im kinda screwed. I am pretty sure I will get an extension but I just feel so stressed right now. ps. my previous topic was on general relativity, but it was too difficult …
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Right. So. I have the essay. It's around 3500 words at the moment which is pretty great because I have space for this, but my supervisor told me to completely re-do my introduction. I get why and I have a plan on what to include in it, I just can't come up with a way to start the introduction. So I'm literally stuck on the first sentence of my EE. I'd like to ask if anyone could share the first one or two sentences of their EEs, it'd help lots for some inspiration! If it's of any interest, my research question is "How does the sociocultural context affect the development of mental illness in [novel 1] and [novel 2]?" and I'm focusing on the aspects of family and…
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Hi, I am thinking about doing my extended essay in world studies (under health and development). The topic I have chosen is the 2014 Ebola Outbreak and I am thinking about looking at the pharmaceutical industries involvement in this. I was wondering whether its necessary to be looking and analysing theories in a world studies EE and whether or not I should be using the business tools in my essay.
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We all know that Extended Essay is something we have to write in IB but I've been having difficulties figuring out if the topics I want to write about are accepted and which category they belong to. Human trafficking Theories about incidents such as Princess Diana's death About a specific serial killer Mental breakdown among teenagers Psychopaths and how their brain works theory about life Abortion Rape After Life
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Hello, Thank you for taking time to help me out. So I plan on making an Extended Essay on Economics. I have came up with a research question but I am not sure about how I will go on answering it by providing resources, data, graphs etc. My Research Question is: UAE introduced VAT in the beginning of 2018. It is a very interesting topic that is interesting for me. However, I do not know what kind of resources and evidence would help me. First of all, is the research question good (is it specific enough?) and what are some of the topics I can look at to help me answer my question.
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Is compulsory to include diagrams or pictures in the maths EE, even though it's not a necessity?
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I am thinking of writing my EE on English about the two comics: Maus and Persepolis. I need a main topic to compare between these two comics but I couldn't think of anything. Maybe something related to identity? not sure.
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Hi! I was wondering that if I did my EE on english about: how language has perceived women over the years (I will think of a certain time period later) in magazines, articles, etc. Would this be too much of a cliche? Did a lot of people already write their EE's relating to this topic?
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Hi, I'm in a bad place right now where I don't know where to go... I have decided to write my Extended Essay on Psychology but I have had to restart my RQ and proposal 2 times... I've finally decided to write it on Behavior and childhood trauma and if there is any correlation. The issue is, my supervisor is completely useless and he's not pushing me or anything which leads me to become unmotivated to take action because I simply get no guidance what so ever from him. I've come here to ask if anyone could help me get my motivation back and possibly help with an outline of what I could possibly write or even how to write an introduction for a Psych EE. Im sorry for t…
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So I just put my EE through turnitin and it came back with 9% similar. Is the fact that this percentage is low compared to the 20% that we're allowed to reach something to take note of because my supervisor is constantly stressing the fact that this is in the end a research essay and the low percentage could mean a lack of evidence and quotations?
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So I'm pretty sure that I'm going to do my EE in astronomical spectroscopy, but I'm having trouble coming up with a viable research question (especially as I can't really do an experiment for this, so I want to make sure I have a lot to work with to still get a good grade). I'm thinking of doing something about how we pull information such as the magnetic field strength from where the light originates through astronomical spectroscopy... does anyone have advice on how to narrow down on this, or on what sort of question I should lean towards to work to get a good grade despite the lack of an experiment?
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Hi! I have been very confused about collecting data for my bio EE. There isn't much time left either. Would it be okay to use the data collected from a commercial lab in your report (if you cannot do those chemical tests in school) my research question : are organic fruits better than their non organic counterparts in terms of nutritional content, appearance and taste? I can do a survey for opinions of taste and appearance, however, I can not do the tests for nutritional value like the iron and calcium as we do not have the instruments and chemicals in school. Would it be acceptable if i get these tests done from a lab and use the data to form a conclu…
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I'm thinking of doing my extended essay either in sports/nutrition or something related to crime and conspiracies. I want to major in kinesiology in university, therefore, I am looking to make my topic something regarding exercise and/or nutrition. the other option im considering is crime. I really enjoy learning about murders, cults, just any crime in general and I also really enjoy conspiracy theories. I think it would be really interesting to look into a killer or event or cult or conspiracy of some sort. If anyone had any topic suggestions along these lines I would really appreciate any help I can get. Thanks! Emily
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Hi! I have been very confused about collecting data for my bio EE. Is it okay to use the data collected from a commercial lab in your report (if you cannot do those chemical tests in school) my research question : are organic fruits better than their non organic counterparts in terms of nutritional content, appearance and taste? I can do a survey for opinions of taste and appearance, however, I can not do the tests for nutritional value like the iron and calcium as we do not have the instruments and chemicals in school. Would it be acceptable if i get these tests done from a lab and use the data to form a conclusion. (will it decrease my grade in any w…
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Hello, I need help deciding what topics to pursue. The topic I really want to do is how do the different isomers of butanol affect the yield of carboxylic acid in primary alcohol oxidation. I am planning to do some reflux experiments with this. Unfortunately, I thought this topic was well researched but it seems perhaps the mechanism has ok research but not the compound. So I am having research problems, but I can probably generate more theory since I essentially will talk about elements of molecular geometry that affect its oxidation. I have abundant ideas of further research topics for this if I down this route (ex. what if I use phenol or what if its the same formula b…
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Hello there. Only a few weeks until my FINAL EE is due, and my mentor just told me that my question is not analytical enough. I wanted to discuss the impact of Nazi rule on European homosexuals, but this was too self-evident, according to my mentor. My mentor suggested that I bring in information about other non-Jewish minority groups, but I don’t know a new question that’s analytical and argumentative. Help?
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Hi! I just wanted to know if I could do my CS EE on random number generators. The basic idea is that I will code a two random number generators in different computer languages (Java and C++) and then compare the two. My CS teacher has no idea what number generators are and blatantly said yes... So do you guys think this topic is good for CS? Thanks guys! Appreciate it!
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I'm doing a bio ee and I gathered and processed all the data but I'm facing a dilemma, what should I do if there is no correlation/relationship between the independent variable and the dependent variable? I'm really scared that I'm going to fail, I'm hoping to get a B but I'd be happy with a C... Can someone that has experienced this give me some advice?? should I fake the data or should I explain why there's no correlation?
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Hi guys, I am doing my extended essay on Zipf's Law and I cover the connection between the law and natural language. I do have a lot of information but the in depth mathematical aspect is missing, which is why I am worried. Do I have reason to worry?
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Hi everyone! I am currently writing an Econ Extended Essay aiming to determine the market structure of the coffee shop industry in my local area. Now, I have gathered lots of pricing data and I found out that all firms charge pretty similar prices, however one firm is charging a significantly lower price than all other firms. How could I explain these findings using economic theory? Best, Nico
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Hello guys, currently I am doing my Maths EE and I am planning to do Taylor’s theorem for my maths EE. What I was thinking was how Lagrange error equation is derived, and using that derived equation, evaluating which factors could affect the magnitude of the error. Please, comment on how you think about my EE and if you have further recommendations on what I could further explore, please give me a hand. Thank you!!
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" There are people who don't believe in the existence of dark matter, but there are numerous theories that could prove dark matter’s existence, such as gravitational lensing, dark matter halos, and cosmic microwave background. " I was wondering if this is a good extended essay thesis because my teacher said that this thesis is not arguable. I was wondering if she is right and if she is, how can I fix it. Many thanks in advance!
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I dont really know what to focus my EE on. I was thinking about going something related with the Soviet Union. Either Stalin and his rise to power, and his policies. How he used propaganda to influence and stuff. But I also thought about comparing him and Trotsky. I was also thinking about writing about how poets and composers were not allowed to Express their thoughts through their peices of art causing rebellion and stuff. I would rlly like if someone could help me word a question. Please. Thank you.
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I am planning on doing my Extended Essay on philosophy because I am just very interested in the subject but it is not a course offered at my school. This gives me an issue because the subject guide on philosophy for the EE recommends that I read the IB philosophy guide to understand the approach that IB wants me to take but I can't see this page unless I pay a lot of money or am a teacher at a school that does the philosophy program. So could someone who is either an IB philosophy student or teacher please explain to me just in a quick summary the way that IB wants me to "do philosophy". THANKS!
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I'm planning on doing my extended essay in Spanish category 2. My first language is spanish therefore I think it would be a good idea, im a little behind and the due date is coming up. Do you guys think that doing my EE on drug dealing and how it affects teenagers is a good idea?
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Hello, my name is Martina and I really need someone to help me with the EE, since my supervisor is avoiding me. The subject I chose for the EE is biology. I'd like to come up with an experiment that would allow me to talk about human physiology, but without involving people. (i did the same for the IAs in bio and chem by using enzymes and antacids) I'm now thinking about using visking tubes for my experiment. They could represent either the gut or the dialysis machine. I suppose that I cannot use them as a gut model since I'm already talking about the digestive system in the abovementioned IAs. So my question is: How can I carry on an experiment on dia…
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Hi, I’m doing my EE in English Lit A1 and I’ve chosen Dan Brown’s Angels and Demons for my text. I’ve seen lots of people recommend against Dan Brown in Lit EEs but I’d like honest opinions after reading my research question: How does Dan Brown show the conflicts between the disciplines of Science and Religion to prove the possibility of their coexistence in the novel Angels & Demons? What I’m trying to get at is that the novel has been criticized for setting science and religion at odds, but actually the author implies that they’re just different ways to look at the same thing ie humans’ need to understand themselves, hence they are not opposite ‘sides’ at…
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Hello! I'm doing my extended essay on plant growth, but I only have 3 trials from my experimenting. I was told that theres hardly any statistical analysis that i can do without more than 5 trials, aside from calculating the mean, and I have no idea where to go with my data. I was planning on a lab based EE from primary data, but I'm not sure if thats possible anymore seeing as I dont have enough trials for in depth statistical analysis. Should I run more trials, or should I change direction with my EE and use my primary data to support secondary data, turning it into a research based essay instead of experimental?? Please help!! - Thanks, …
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Hey guys, I am thinking of doing a Bio EE on the topic of gaming and reaction speeds. I would talk about the part of the nervous system responsible for reflexes and such. I would get the data by making the students at my school take a reaction time test. I would then categorize the data into gamers and non-gamers. Should i add more criteria such as atheltes? Should i separate by age as well? I would like more input on this as I do not know what makes an EE good or bad. Input explaining on how to improve the topic or how the topic will not work is much appreciated, Any new topic suggestions are also welcome!! Which RQ is better? To what extent does fast paced vid…
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So in my IB english literature class we are studying sylvia plath's POEMS (not her novel). but for my EE i want to write about Sylvia Plath's NOVEL "the bell jar". is this allowed?
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Is this okay as a research question: To what extent were the Indonesian Riots in 1998 a result of Suharto’s anti-Chinese legislations (in the 60s)? The interdisciplinary subjects are Psych and History, and the global issue is discrimination/violence.
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Research Question: How do the authors of "Of mice and men" and "The Great Gatsby" explore the pursuit of the American Dream during different time periods? Hi, can you please advise me if my research question is either too broad for an English EE, and if it is how should I adjust it to make it more suitable? Also, I have already done a brief plan, which is to compare the similarities and differences in how the theme 'American Dream (AD)' is explored in the books during the Great Depression and the Roaring 20s, for instance in 'Of mice and men' the author explores the AD using different characters to represent unattainability of the AD; however, I am struggling on…
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I'm thinking of doing a World Studies EE, and I am aware that one of the criteria is for the topic to be contemporary, meaning it has to be a global issue within my lifetime. One (out of the two) subject lenses that I will be using is history, but I'm not sure how I can investigate an issue that is contemporary in this case.
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If I have words (such as labels or titles) in my images or graphs in the Extended Essay, should I add those to the word count?
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I would be grateful if you could kindly provide me with an answer to my query: Can I use Bernard Shaw's Candida for my IB English B Level Extended Essay? Please advise if it is too broad or too narrow ? Thank you!
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how can i analyze a science fiction fantasy novel for my extended essay and what do i analyze exactly? Need help!
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Im doing a physics Extended Essay and was wondering if i have to cite the definitions I use. For example, if i use tsokos physics book definition to explain the 1st law of motion or what elasticity is, do i have to cite the book? Thank you
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I want to do my extended essay in history and specifically on Malcolm X. The problem is that i don t know what kind of research question would be too vague or too specific for my EE. I was wondering if you can help me with any potential research questions regarding Malcolm x and history. (Something where have enough info to write about). Thanks!!
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I am writing my Extended Essay in English B HL and can't relly on the guidance of my supervisor as I am actually rewriting it and the first time got a D under his guidance. So I am at choosing my research question and thought to match it up with the law, as I plan to study law in university. I have had ideas but am not sure if they have high mark potential. These are some of my ideas: Category 2 Culture - How has the modernization of the English language affected the legal language over time? Category 1 Language - How different is the English legal language from the English common language? These are the only two research que…
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