DS Assessment

Paper 1 (1 hour 30 minutes)

Four structured questions that address the common SL and HL syllabus and real-world examples in an integrated way.

Students answer two of four structured questions.

(40 marks)

Paper 2 (1 hour 15 minutes)

Four source-based questions that address the common SL and HL syllabus in an integrated way. Sources may include text, audio, visuals, data, diagrams and/or infographics.

Students answer all four questions.

(24 marks)

Inquiry project (30 hours)

Students conduct an inquiry into impacts and implications of digital systems for people and communities. The submission requirements for the project include:

• an inquiry process document not to exceed 1500 words

• a recorded multimedia presentation that does not exceed 10 minutes

• a list of references.

(24 marks)

Paper 1 (2 hours 15 minutes)

Six questions in two sections that address syllabus topics and real-world examples in an integrated way.

Section A

Students answer two of four structured questions on the common SL and HL syllabus.

Section B

Students answer one of two extended response questions based on the HL extension.

(52 marks total)

Paper 2 (1 hour 15 minutes)

Four source-based questions that address the common SL and HL syllabus in an integrated way. Sources may include text, audio, visuals, data, diagrams and/or infographics.

Students answer all four questions.

(24 marks)

Paper 3 (1 hour 15 minutes)

Questions that address an intervention related to an HL extension challenge topic. A brief statement indicating the real-world nature of a selected challenge topic will be released prior to the examination.

Students answer all four questions.

(30 marks)