
**IB Extended Essay Introduction Lesson – EE Launch Workshop (Identity → Research Question, RRS & Reflection Setup | First Assessment 2027)
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Ready-to-teach EE launch lesson – no prep required
Helps students move from interests to strong research directions
Builds reflection skills for high-scoring RPPF entries
Lesson Overview
A highly engaging, structured lesson designed to help students start the IB Extended Essay the right way.
Instead of jumping straight into weak or generic topics, students are guided through an identity-driven inquiry process, helping them develop meaningful research directions and begin reflective thinking from the outset.
Perfect for EE launch sessions, this lesson builds clarity, confidence and strong foundations for the entire EE process.
What This Lesson Does
Students will:
Understand what the EE is (and what it isn’t)
Explore their identity, interests and influences
Make connections between personal passions and global issues
Generate 2–3 strong potential research areas
Set up their Researcher’s Reflection Space (RRS)
Write their first reflection (RPPF-ready thinking)
What’s Included (Everything You Need to Teach the Session)
Complete, structured lesson (ready to deliver)
Student-friendly learning objectives
Interactive “Fact or Fiction” EE starter activity
Step-by-step identity - inquiry workshop
Guided prompts:
Who am I?
What influences me?
How can I turn this into inquiry?
Structured RRS setup guidance
First reflection writing task
Plenary discussion prompts
Key messaging aligned with IB expectations
Why This Resource Works
Prevents weak or generic research questions
Moves students beyond “What topic should I pick?”
Builds authentic, student-led inquiry
Strong focus on reflection (key for top marks)
Creates buy-in and confidence from day one
Saves teachers time managing poor early EE choices
Key Skills Developed
Students will:
Think inquiry-first, not topic-first
Develop independent research thinking
Build strong reflection habits (RPPF-ready)
Make meaningful personal → global connections
Begin structuring ideas for a successful EE journey
Perfect For
IB Diploma Programme schools
EE coordinators and supervisors
Whole-cohort EE launch sessions
Tutors supporting independent research
Schools preparing for first assessment 2027
Duration
1 hour lesson
Can be extended into 2 sessions for deeper development
Standout Feature
This lesson doesn’t just introduce the EE — it sets up the entire process for success, helping students develop strong ideas, clear direction and high-quality reflection from the start.
Key Message for Students
“You didn’t choose a topic today — you learned where strong EE topics come from.”
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