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Extended essay
Open to subject group teachers new to the DP at established IB World Schools and teachers from interested or candidate schools preparing for authorisation.
Overview
The workshop will cover the new guide, first teaching September 2025.
Working collaboratively, participants will:
• Consider the centrality of the IB learner profile and approaches to teaching and learning in the EE process.
• Understand the nature, purpose and requirements of the EE.
• Understand the EE supervisor’s role and responsibilities, and the roles and responsibilities of other EE stakeholders.
• Examine the policies and procedures schools and supervisors need to implement to develop an effective pedagogical and administrative framework that effectively supports students during their entire EE experience.
• Help students to own, learn from, and enjoy the researching and writing of their EEs.
• Understand the research pathways open to students: subject-focused and interdisciplinary.
• Help supervisors support students as they make important decisions, and research and write independently and ethically.
• Consider the assessment criteria to inform the creation of an EE.
Recommended for
This workshop is designed for new educators in authorized IB Schools and/ or educators new to the requirements or supervision of the extended essay who wish to gain an understanding of the special nature and specific requirements of the extended essay, its role in the Diploma Programme and how they can support students in the extended essay process in a manner that aligns with the IB mission statement and philosophy.
Workshop benefits:
- Courses delivered by approved and experienced IB workshop leaders.
- 12 hours of live/real-time instruction plus 3 hours of asynchronous/offline work across three-days. Delegates are required to attend and participate in all scheduled sessions in order to receive their IB certificate.
- Opportunities to meet participants from a range of schools, both within the UK and internationally.
- Competitively priced with discounts for IBSCA member schools.
Workshop Fees
Virtual Workshops & Twilight Workshops:
- IBSCA full member school: £460.00
- IBSCA Associate, Candidate & Single Programme Member School: £550.00
- Non IBSCA Member School: £640.00
Prices stated do not include VAT. Delegates will be charged 20% VAT if applicable.
Is this Category correct for me?
Category 1 workshops focus on IB philosophy and implementation. They are open to educators from schools that have decided to apply for IB authorisation. They are also relevant for educators who are new to a school with an existing IB programme.
IBSCA Workshop FAQs
Yes, IBSCA is an authorised provider of IB workshops. Delegates attending our training receive instruction from qualified IB workshop leaders. Those who complete the training will receive an official IB certificate of attendance.