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TOK Essay Criteria Explained: How Your TOK Essay Is Really Graded
Confused about the TOK essay criteria? Unlike other IB subjects with Criterion A, B, C, the TOK essay is graded holistically out of 10. This guide breaks down what examiners really look for - engagement with the prescribed title, strong examples, balanced perspectives, and originality—so you know exactly how to meet the standard and score top marks.
IB History IA Criteria (2025)
Master the IB History IA criteria (2025) with this step-by-step guide to Sections A, B, and C. Learn exactly how examiners award marks - and how to write an IA that secures every point.
IB History IA Format & Structure (2025)
Master the IB History IA format and structure (2025) with this step-by-step guide. Learn how to organize Sections A, B, and C, balance your word count, and follow IB requirements to secure top marks.
Using AI to help you write your Internal Assessment - the do’s and don’ts
Learn how to use AI tools like ChatGPT responsibly when writing your IB Internal Assessment. Discover the do’s and don’ts, avoid plagiarism traps, and maximize AI as a brainstorming partner without breaking IB rules.
IB Economics IA Format & Structure (2025)
Struggling to structure your IB Economics IA? Learn the exact format for your 2025 commentaries - introduction, diagrams, analysis, and evaluation - so you avoid common mistakes and hit every criterion clearly.
IB Economics IA Criteria (2025)
Understand exactly what examiners want in the IB Economics Internal Assessment (2025). This guide breaks down each of the five criteria — diagrams, terminology, application & analysis, key concepts, and evaluation — with practical tips to help you score top marks.
Remarking vs Retaking IB Exams (2025)
Didn’t get the IB score you expected? Learn whether to request a remark (Enquiry Upon Results) or register for a retake. This guide explains costs, timelines, success rates, and risks - so you can make the smartest choice for your IB future.
IB Biology IA Format & Structure (2025)
Everything you need to know to format your IB Biology IA correctly. Includes updated 2025 structure, formatting tips, and section-by-section breakdowns.
IB Biology IA Criteria (2025)
Understand the 2025 IB Biology IA criteria step by step. Learn what examiners look for in design, data analysis, conclusion, and evaluation - with expert tips.
How to Write a Great IB Extended Essay in 2025 (leveraging ChatGPT)
How to write a high-scoring IB Extended Essay in 2025 with ChatGPT? Discover how AI can help - and where it can’t - in this practical student guide.
IB Physics IA Format & Structure (2025)
Learn how to structure your IB Physics IA the right way. This 2025 guide breaks down every section - from the title page to the evaluation - so you meet examiner expectations and avoid common mistakes.
IB Physics Paper 2 - Your Road to Success
At the end of your IB Physics course, Paper 2 holds the highest individual weight - 44% of your final grade. Whether you're taking Standard Level or Higher Level, this guide walks you through everything you need to know: timing, structure, key exam strategies, and proven study techniques. Get ready to maximize your score with confidence.
IB Physics IA Criteria Explained (2025) - Checklist for Scoring Top Marks
Struggling with your IB Physics IA? This step-by-step guide breaks down exactly what examiners expect in 2025 - with practical tips, examples, and expert insights to help you score top marks in SL or HL.
IB Physics Paper 1 - The Ultimate Guide
At the end of your IB Physics course, Paper 1 plays a crucial role in shaping your final grade - accounting for 36% of the overall mark. Whether you're taking the Standard or Higher Level exam, understanding the structure, mastering your calculator, and practicing effectively can make all the difference. In this guide, we’ll break down the Paper 1 format, show you how to make the most of the formula booklet and GDC, and help you develop a winning exam strategy.
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How to Write a TOK Essay [Updated for 2025]: A Step-by-Step Guide Using ChatGPT
Using ChatGPT to help write your TOK essay can be both a smart move and a risky one. The 2025 essay titles are out, and with 67% of your TOK grade hanging on this one task, it’s tempting to lean on AI. But there’s a right way to use ChatGPT – and a wrong one. In this guide, we break down how to use AI to brainstorm, structure, and refine your TOK essay ethically, without falling into the plagiarism trap or missing out on marks.
IB Math AA Paper 3 - Mastering the Final Challenge
Paper 3 in IB Math AA HL is unlike any other exam - it’s a mathematical investigation that pushes your analytical thinking to the limit. Learn how it works, what topics to expect, and how to prepare effectively so that you can make the most of this 20% component of your final grade.
IB Math AI Paper 3 - Everything You Wish Someone Told You
Paper 3 in IB Math Applications & Interpretations HL counts for a vital 20% of your final grade. In this in-depth guide, we explain what to expect, which topics to revise, and how to maximize your performance under exam pressure. This is your roadmap to acing one of the most unique and challenging math exams in the IB.
IB Chemistry IA Format & Structure: Step-by-Step Guide for 2025
Struggling to structure your IB Chemistry IA? This 2025 guide breaks down each section step-by-step, from the title page to the evaluation. Learn how to present your investigation clearly, meet every criterion, and avoid the formatting mistakes that cost marks — whether you're SL or HL.
IB Math AI Paper 2 - Navigate to Success
Get ready for IB Math AI Paper 2! Whether you're an SL or HL student, learn how to tackle long-form questions, use your GDC efficiently, and avoid common mistakes.
Using AI for IB Essay Writing - Grading an AI generated History Paper 2 introduction
Is ChatGPT really a shortcut to better IB essay grades? We put it to the test by asking it to write an IB History Paper 2-style introduction. The verdict? Find out yourself!