The Complete IA · EE · ToK Course
Theory of Knowledge (ToK)
1. Understanding the Foundations
- 1.1 Theme
- 1.2 Area of Knowledge (AoK)
- 1.3 Concept
- 1.4 Exhibition vs. Essay
2. Writing the Exhibition
- 2.1 Overview
- 2.2 Selecting the Best IA Prompt
- 2.3 Choosing Effective Objects
- 2.4 Structuring the Exhibition
- 2.5 Exemplar A
- 2.6 Exemplar B
3. Writing the Essay
- 3.1 Overview
- 3.2 Types of Prescribed Titles
- 3.3 Unpacking the PTs and Selecting AoKs
- 3.4 Building a Strong Argument and Selecting RLSs
- 3.5 Structuring the Essay
- 3.6 Exemplar A
- 3.7 Exemplar B
4. Final Considerations
- 4.1 Exhibition vs. Essay - Final Review
- 4.2 Citations and Academic Integrity
- 4.3 Exam Strategy and Time Management
Internal Assessment (IA) Mastery
Master IA development across all IB subjects with expert guidance on topic selection, research development, proposal writing, and exam strategy.
IA Video Tutorials
About the instructor
Cindy
Specialist in IB English Language & Literature and Theory of Knowledge. Cindy graduated from GSIS with a Bilingual IB Diploma and holds a Master's in Psychology from the University of Chicago. Her analytical yet approachable teaching style makes ToK essay and exhibition writing clear and manageable for every student.
View profileFrequently asked questions
Is this course for SL or HL students?
ToK is taken by all IB students regardless of level. This course covers the full 2025 curriculum and assessment criteria for both essay and exhibition components required for all students.
How much time should I spend on ToK?
ToK is allocated 100 hours in your DP curriculum. This 7-hour course is a condensed overview. Many students watch it before starting ToK class, then refer back during their own essay/exhibition writing process.
Can I use the IA guidance for my subjects?
Yes absolutely. The 6 IA video tutorials and strategies apply across Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Economics, Psychology, and more. Each video uses discipline-specific examples.
Do you offer editing services for my ToK work?
Yes. We offer optional editing packages for ToK essays and exhibitions, plus IA editing packages for all subjects. Contact us to discuss 1:1 coaching or group feedback sessions.
