Academic research skills are a core aspect of the IB curriculum from primary (e.g. PYP Exhibition), through middle-school (e.g. MYP Personal Project) all the way to diploma-level (e.g. DP Internal Assessments and Extended Essay). This session explores practical techniques and tools for building students’ research confidence and independence—from guiding students in formulating focused research questions, to supporting them in locating and using reliable, age-appropriate academic sources, and introducing simple approaches to citation and referencing. Participants will also have the opportunity to exchange with others and share best practice. Drawing on academic approaches, the session highlights how we can support students with research skill development, leaving participants with adaptable activities and resources to strengthen students’ ability to find, evaluate, and reference academic research effectively.
