IB DP

IB DP Extended Essay Rubric

Official IB Diploma Programme Extended Essay assessment rubric. Evaluates focus, knowledge, critical thinking, presentation, and engagement.

All Subjects
Grade 11
Grade 12
34 points

Rubric Details

Standard
IB DP
Subject
All Subjects
Grade Level
11, 12
Total Points
34
Criteria
5 categories
Assignment Type
research

Rubric Criteria

Focus and Method
Topic communication and research question
6 pts
4 pts
2 pts
0 pts
Description
Topic is communicated accurately and effectively; research question clearly stated and focused
Topic is communicated accurately; research question is clearly stated
Topic is communicated; research question is stated but not clearly focused
The work does not reach a standard described by any of the descriptors
Knowledge and Understanding
Context and understanding of concepts
6 pts
4 pts
2 pts
0 pts
Description
The research is thoroughly contextualized with excellent understanding of concepts
The research is well contextualized with good understanding of concepts
Some context; understanding of concepts is limited
The work does not reach a standard described by any of the descriptors
Critical Thinking
Analysis and conclusions
12 pts
8 pts
4 pts
2 pts
0 pts
Description
The research is analyzed effectively with conclusions supported by evidence
The research is analyzed with conclusions generally supported
Some analysis is evident; conclusions are partially supported
Limited analysis; conclusions are not clearly supported
The work does not reach a standard described by any of the descriptors
Presentation
Format and requirements
4 pts
3 pts
2 pts
1 pt
0 pts
Description
The presentation follows the required format accurately; all elements present
The presentation follows the format; most elements present
The presentation follows some requirements; some elements present
The presentation follows few requirements
The work does not reach a standard described by any of the descriptors
Engagement
Reflections and engagement with research
6 pts
4 pts
2 pts
0 pts
Description
Reflections are focused and insightful; engagement with the research is clear
Reflections are appropriate; engagement with the research is evident
Reflections are superficial; engagement is limited
The work does not reach a standard described by any of the descriptors

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