Does Tok essay need bibliography?

The TOK essay is not primarily a research paper but it is expected that specific sources will be used and these must be acknowledged in a bibliography or works cited list. The bibliography or works cited list should include only those works (such as books, journals, magazines and online sources) used by the student.

What is the format for Tok essay?

The essay should be written in standard 12 font and double spaced. The maximum word count is 1600 words. Details on uploading the finalized essays to the IB system will be provided at the time of upload.

How do you start a TOK essay?

The step-by-step method

1. First, write your introduction, using 150-200 words.
2. Next write your first development. 2 paragraphs totalling 600 words.
3. Now, write another two body paragraphs, looking at your second AOK. Use the same approach you saw in paragraphs 2 and 3.
4. Finally, write your ‘conclusion’.

What should be included in a TOK presentation?

10 Tips for a Good TOK Presentation

1. Choose a good Real Life Situation.
2. Create a reasonable knowledge question that is not too easy but not too hard.
3. Use TOK terminology throughout the entire presentation.
4. DO NOT TALK ABOUT YOUR REAL LIFE EXAMPLE TOO MUCH.
5. Include multiple perspectives.

How do you write a good TOK essay?

Paragraph 1: Introduction

1. 1 – Start the essay by saying something relatable or interesting.
2. 2 – Your Thesis/ Stand.
3. 3 – Outline of the paragraph.
4. 1 – Begin your paragraph with a claim or topic sentence.
5. 2 – Explain and Elaborate.
6. 3 – Give an example with an explanation.
7. 4 – Linking back.
8. 1 – State your counterclaim.

What are Tok concepts?

Those 12 concepts are Evidence, Certainty, Truth, Interpretation, Power, Justification, Explanation, Objectivity, Perspective, Culture, Values and Responsibility.

What is a good TOK presentation score?

Generally, about a 22 is an A so to get an A you would need to score an 8 in the presentation and 7 in the essay or an 8 in the essay with a 6 in the presentation or the like to be able to get an A.

How do I write a good Tok claim?

Key sentence: For every claim/counterclaim, start with a key sentence: one sentence that sums up your whole paragraph. This is a good point to start writing your body paragraphs. Make sure to use appropriate signposts too, for example using words like ‘however’, ‘furthermore’, ‘moreover’, etc.

Is religion an AOK?

Anthropologists sometimes refer to religion simply as a “cultural system” because they can affect so many ways of how people think and act communities. Religion can act as a strong social glue, holding a community together, explaining the world and governing behavior without the requirement of additional justification.

What is an AOK in Tok?

An AOK is a system of relationships between its key concepts. Different building blocks build quite different AOKs and produce different ways of thinking about the world. For example: in music the central concepts might be melody, rhythm, harmony, tension, relaxation, texture and color.

What makes a Tok essay’very good’?

You can read the whole rubric in the TOK subject guide, on page 48. Your TOK teacher will give you a copy of this. What makes a TOK essay ‘very good’? The rubric identifies four key characteristics of a very good (ie 9/10 out of 10) essay. These are: accomplished, lucid, insightful, and convincing.

What should the word count be for a TOK essay?

As you read your essay out loud, make sure there are no vague or abstract sentences or terms. You want to ensure you use your 1600 word count in a clear and concise way. Every word will count in your TOK essay. Confirm you have addressed knowledge issues in your essay.

Where can I get a copy of TOK essay rubric?

After understanding the of the basics of the essay, your next step is to grasp how it is evaluated and marked, which is outlined in the ‘assessment instrument’. Your TOK teacher will give you a copy of this, or you can find it online in the 2022 TOK Guide.

Do you include appendices in a TOK essay?

Extended notes or appendices are not appropriate to a TOK essay and may not be read. The word count includes: • The main part of the essay • Any quotations. The word count does not include: