The school year may be over for many students (yay!) but for students halfway through the IB Diploma Programme the summer, while a chance to take a short break, is also an opportunity to get a head start on upcoming deadlines. One assignment that students will need to spend time working on is their Extended Essay (EE). A mandatory component of the Diploma Programme, this 4,000-word independent research essay is the behemoth that makes many an IB student quake in their boots and lie awake at night. But fear not! The EE can be broken down into a manageable, stepped process and - with the right guidance - can be turned into not just a manageable task but one of the most rewarding learning experiences that IB students are exposed to. Here are my key student tips for success.
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