Aims & Objectives
Aims
The aims of the extended essay are for students to:
engage in independent research with intellectual initiative and rigour
develop research, thinking, self-management and communication skills
reflect on what has been learned throughout the research and writing process
Objectives
Knowledge and understanding
To demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the topic chosen and the research question posed.
To demonstrate knowledge and understanding of subject specific terminology and/or concepts.
To demonstrate knowledge and understanding of relevant and/or appropriate research sources and/or methods used to gather information.
Application and analysis
To select and apply research that is relevant and appropriate to the research question.
To analyse the research effectively and focus on the research question.
Synthesis and evaluation
To be able to discuss the research in terms of a clear and coherent reasoned argument in relation to the research question.
To be able to critically evaluate the arguments presented in the essay.
To be able to reflect on and evaluate the research process.
A variety of (research) skills
To be able to present information in an appropriate academic format.
To understand and demonstrate academic integrity.
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