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Extended Essay: Supervisor Info

This guide is to assist NPS students with their Extended Essay.

IBO Guidance for Extended Essay Supervision

Supporting the Extended Essay - The Supervisor
IB guide on the role of the supervisor in supporting the extended essay. Schools may vary to some extent on the way supervision is handled but the basic requirements and restrictions remain the same for all schools.
Effective Citing and Referencing
IB guide on how to follow the good academic practice that is expected on appropriately acknowledging any ideas, words, or work of other people.

Managebac Tutorials

Reviewing EE Progress
An introduction to how you as a Supervisor can track your student progress with their Extended Essay.

Meeting with Students

First Formal Reflection Session
IB guide on the dialogue between student and supervisor on initial investigation.
Interim Reflection Session
IB Guide on the dialogue between student and supervisor on the progress made in their research.

Accommodating a Change of Direction
IB guide for student or supervisor who find they need to change direction in their research.
Commenting on a Draft
IB Guide on commenting on one completed draft of the essay.
Final Reflection (Viva Voce)
IB guide of short interview between student and supervisor at the end of the extended essay process.

Breaking Down the EE Assessment Criterion