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The key to success in the EE is choosing a subject area and topic which interests you. You will be spending a lot of time with your EE so you need to be sure that what your are exploring is something that interests you and you feel passionate about.
Available EE subjects at CCS
It is recommended that you pursue an Extended Essay in a subject you study at Higher Level.
Subjects available for EEs at Canggu Community School
(Note: Students can only write in a subject they are taking. If it is offered at CCS or pamoja (with conditions) but you are not enrolled in the course, you cannot write your EE in that subject)
English Literature, English Language, English B, Indonesian Literature, Indonesian Language, Literature in any language studied at Self-Taught, Indonesian B, French B, Spanish B, English B, Business, Economics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, History, Computer Science, ESS, Sports and Health Sciences, Visual Arts, Theatre, Music, Maths, World studies
Once you have chosen your subject area and topic, you need to devise a research question which you can answer in 4000 words. It needs to be specific enough to fit within the word count but not so specific that you cannot meet the required word count. Your supervisor will help you narrow your research question.
This table gives guidance on the difference between unclear and unfocused research questions and those that are appropriately clear and focused, lending themselves to in-depth research.
AN IMPORTANT NOTE:
A question that is unclear or too broad will result in a narrative overview of the issue or event being discussed and provide little scope for analysis and reasoned argument. The result of this is that examiners will not be able to apply the range of marks available in the assessment criteria, particularly in relation to criterion C (critical thinking).
GETTING STARTED
GETTING STARTED
MINDMAPPING INITIAL IDEAS - OCT BREAK
MINDMAPPING INITIAL IDEAS - OCT BREAK
A good way to start to wrap your head around the endless possibilities with the Extended Essay is to mindmap possibilities in two possible subject areas.
1) Split your paper in 2 (or use 1 side for each subject)
2) write down some topics (2-3) within that subject area that interest you in different bubbles or on different sections of your mindmap
3) write down reasons why this topic is interesting to you in a different colour
4) write down aspect of that topic that interest you in a different colour
5) write down aspects of this topic that might be challenging in a different colour
6) write down places where you might gain research data, secondary sources etc. in a different colour
7) write down links between your topic and what you have studied in class in a different colour (think about content but also theories, famous thinkers etc.)
NARROWING DOWN A RESEARCH QUESTION
NARROWING DOWN A RESEARCH QUESTION
One of the hardest parts of the EE process is getting started. What subject interests you? What area of focus might you want to pursue? Can you create a research question that fits the 4000 word limit of this assignment?
Completing the "Getting Started" planning document will help you through this process. If you are feeling unsure, you can consult the sample provided.
THE EXTENDED ESSAY PROPOSAL FORM
THE EXTENDED ESSAY PROPOSAL FORM
One of the first major deadlines in the EE process is your official EE proposal form which will be submitted to your supervisor and the EE coordinator. This form will help your supervisor understand your main area of focus, your potential research methodologies, resources and how you plan to approach the research portion of your essay.
It is important that you spend time completing this form to ensure that it provides a clear picture of your interest in the subject area and how you plan to tackle this assignment.
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