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IB Extended Essay Lesson – Research Methods, Academic Integrity & Source Evaluation (First Assessment 2027)

Ready-to-teach lesson – no prep required
Builds strong, subject-specific research skills for the EE
Develops academic integrity and source evaluation from the start

Lesson Overview

A structured, engaging lesson designed to help students develop high-quality research skills for the IB Extended Essay.

This lesson moves students beyond surface-level “Google research” and introduces subject-specific methods, academic integrity, and critical source evaluation, ensuring they approach their EE with rigour and confidence.

Aligned with the IB EE Guide (first assessment 2027).

What This Lesson Helps Students Do

Students will:

Understand what counts as valid academic research
Apply subject-specific research methods (Humanities, Sciences, Arts & Languages)
Distinguish between primary and secondary sources
Recognise and avoid academic misconduct
Practise accurate citation (MLA / APA / Chicago)
Evaluate sources using CRAAP-style criteria
Understand the purpose of a literature review
What’s Included (Everything You Need to Teach the Lesson)
Complete, structured lesson (ready to deliver)
Starter: “What Counts as Research?” discussion
Research methods by subject group activity
Primary vs secondary sorting task
Academic integrity scenario discussion
Citation practice (in-text + bibliography)
CRAAP source evaluation activity
Literature review misconception check
Reflection + structured exit task

Why This Resource Works

Prevents common EE research mistakes early
Reinforces subject-appropriate research methods
Clarifies academic honesty expectations
Builds evaluation skills (not just information gathering)
Encourages deeper understanding of literature reviews
Fully interactive and student-led
Saves teachers time correcting weak research later

Key Skills Developed

Students will:

Conduct independent, subject-specific research
Evaluate sources critically using clear criteria
Apply academic integrity principles confidently
Use referencing styles accurately
Develop a strong foundation for EE research and writing

Perfect For
IB Diploma Programme (DP1 students)
EE coordinators and supervisors
EE launch and research skills workshops
Pre-IB research skills training
Whole-cohort EE preparation sessions

Standout Feature

This lesson transforms students from passive information gatherers into critical researchers, building the academic skills needed for a high-quality Extended Essay.

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IB DP Extended Essay Starter Bundle – Complete Foundations Pack (EE Launch Toolkit) (First exams 2027)

**IB Extended Essay Complete Starter Bundle – Full EE Launch Programme (First Assessment 2027)** Complete step-by-step EE starter system – ready to use Covers topic selection, research, structure & reflection Designed to prevent common EE mistakes from the start **Resource Overview** A comprehensive, fully structured bundle designed to guide students through the early stages of the IB Extended Essay, while giving teachers and supervisors the tools to monitor progress effectively. This bundle builds strong foundations from day one, helping students move from uncertainty → clarity → structured academic thinking, in line with the IB Extended Essay process (first assessment 2027). **What This Bundle Does** Students will: Understand the purpose and expectations of the EE Develop focused, viable research questions Choose appropriate subjects and pathways Build strong research and academic integrity skills Structure a clear, argument-driven essay **Teachers will:** Save time with ready-to-use materials Support students with clear progression tools Track progress using built-in monitoring resources **What’s Included** **1. Introduction to the Extended Essay** Student-friendly EE overview Clear breakdown of assessment criteria Reflection prompts to build understanding **2. Choosing a Topic & Pathway** Topic narrowing and planning sheets Subject suitability guidance Pathway decision support (subject vs interdisciplinary) Supervisor discussion prompts **3. Developing a Strong Research Question** Research question drafting worksheets Strong vs weak examples “To what extent” scaffolding Peer review sheets **4. Research Methods & Academic Integrity** Research planning templates Primary vs secondary source guidance Academic integrity support **5. Structuring the Extended Essay** Blank EE skeleton outline Introduction / thesis builder sheet Paragraph planning grids (claim + evidence + analysis) Argument development templates Supervisor feedback forms **Bonus Materials** Student planning trackers Supervisor meeting tracking sheets Reflection log templates Outline refinement sheets **Why This Bundle Works** Provides a clear, step-by-step EE process Prevents weak research questions early Builds critical thinking and independence Reduces structural and argument issues later Supports both students and supervisors Helps students avoid generic or AI-generated responses Fully aligned with IB expectations (2027 assessment) **Perfect For** IB Diploma Programme schools EE coordinators and supervisors Subject teachers supporting EE students Schools launching or refining their EE programme New IB schools building structure Students beginning the EE process **Standout Feature** This bundle acts as a complete EE launch system, guiding students from first ideas to structured planning, while helping teachers prevent the most common EE mistakes.

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