The document provides an introduction to the Extended Essay (EE) process for teachers supervising students. It outlines the key components of the EE including developing a research question, meeting regularly with a supervisor over 40 hours, submitting reflection forms, following academic honesty guidelines, and being formally assessed based on 5 criteria. The EE is a mandatory core component of the Diploma Programme intended to allow students an opportunity to engage in independent research.

1. Introduction to the Extended Essay
For teachers

2. About the extended essay
http://libguides.ais.com.sg/extendedessay

3. • The DP core
• The Extended essay process
• Subject guides

4. Timeline
• Phases of the EE process
• Student workshops
• Student/supervisor meetings
• Deadlines

5. The role of the supervisor
• Student/supervisor contract.
• EE planning guide
• Requirements for the supervisor
• IBO teacher support material. Pedagogical support.
• 40 hours. 3 mandatory reflection sessions. Several
“check-in” sessions.

6. Reflection in the EE
• Reflection in the EE
• The RRS
• Reflections on Planning and Process Form
• Protocols for completing and submitting the
RPPF

7. Academic honesty
Sample essays - inadequate referencing

8. Assessment
• Combination of formative assessment RPPF
and summative assessment (the essay itself)
• 5 criteria
• Assessment guide

9. Thank you!