DIPLOMA PROGRAMME : EXTENDED ESSAY - Coordinator and Supervisor Handbook

A comprehensive handbook for Extended Essay coordinators and supervisors. Whether you are taking on one of these roles for the first time, looking to enhance your practice or getting to know the latest guide (for first assessment in 2027), the handbook provides practical advice, tools and examples, to help you and your students succeed.

Understand your role and responsibilities as an Extended Essay coordinator or supervisor. Expert guidance from two experienced IB educators will show you how to make an impact and establish a strong Extended essay culture in your school.

Make the most of supervision time with practical tools and templates to help you and your students stay on track and overcome challenges.

Short digestible chapters are designed to build confidence and help you feel prepared to support students and colleagues effectively, following the IB’s regulations.

Nurture research skills, academic writing and reflection with strategies and Examples to unpack the assessment criteria and highlight common pitfalls.

Focus on the bigger picture with student and teacher Insights demonstrating the benefits of the Extended essay in the IB Diploma and beyond.
Subject-specific requirements and responsible AI use are a key focus throughout.

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