1. SCPS
Reference Room
Welcome Class of 2013
IB Diploma Candidates
The Final Journey Begins

2. What is the Extended Essay?
 An independent, self-directed college-level research
investigation
 An opportunity to study a topic of interest in-depth
 Preparation for college research for school or own use
 A core IB requirement – necessary to achieve your
Diploma (Your EE grade is combined with your TOK grade to award
points toward your Diploma (0-3 points))
 4,000 words (about 15 pages)

3. How to Choose a Successful
Extended Essay Topic
Tips:
 Begin with broad areas of interest and brainstorm.
 Think about topics you would like to investigate.
 Will the topic hold your interest for several weeks or months?
 Is the topic something you already know but can build upon?
 Is there enough information to produce a 4000 word essay?
Explore Read Reflect

4. Getting Started…

5. Concept Mapping
Who
Facts
Why
When TOPIC
Feelings
Where How

6. https://bubbl.us/

7. Mafia Concept Map
Crime
Terrorize
Should be stopped Drugs
Murder
Italy Frightening
Famous Figures
All Men
Mafia
Criminals America Families
Costa Rica
How Place of Women
Sicily Organized
When?

8. Sturgis Student Sample

9. What is the Next Step?
 Look at EE binders in the library during free time
 Start thinking about a supervisor—they are scooped up quickly
 Start reading about your “concept/idea”.
You need to understand your
subject to be able to do good
research!