IB TOK

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Theory of Knowledge (TOK) is a core, compulsory component of the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP), encouraging students to critically reflect on the nature of knowledge and the process of knowing. TOK poses the central question “How do we know?”, exploring how knowledge is constructed, justified, and evaluated across different Areas of Knowledge (AOKs) (such as Natural Sciences, History, The Arts…) and aspects of the knower. This component strongly develops critical thinking.

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Course Content

1.1: Understanding the Knower

1.2: Interactions and Perspectives

1.3: Acquisition and Application of Knowledge

2.1: Technology's Influence

2.2: The Nature and Transmission of Knowledge

2.3: Technological Perspectives and Ethics

3.1: The Essence of Language in Knowledge

3.2: Language, Power and Ethics

3.3: Language Tools and Methods

4.1: Politics and Knowledge Construction

4.2: Decision Making and Technology

4.3: Knowledge Questions in Politics

4.4: Ethics, Methods and Tools

5.1: The Nature of Religious Knowledge

5.2: Religion, Culture and Perspectives

5.3: Methods and Tools in Religion

5.4: Ethics and Religion

6.1: Understanding Indigenous Knowledge

6.2: Cultural Perspectives and Power Dynamics

6.3: Methods and Tools of Indigenous Knowledge

6.4: Ethics and Indigenous Knowledge

7.1: Nature of Historical Knowledge

7.2: Interpretation and Perspective in History

7.3: Ethics and Responsibility in Historical Study

7.4: Shared Histories and Knowledge Construction

8.1: Defining Human Sciences

8.2: Methodology and Evidence

8.3: Perspectives and Bias

8.4: Ethics and influence

9.1: Fundamentals of the Natural Sciences

9.2: Evolution and Dynamics of Science

9.3: Community and Consensus in Science

9.4: Ethics and Morality in Science

10.1: The Arts and Knowledge

10.2: Context and Value in The Arts

10.3: Ethics and The Arts

10.4: Methods and Tools in The Arts

11.1: The Nature and Importance of Mathematics

11.2: Creativity and Abstraction in Mathematics

11.3: Mathematical Development and Technology

11.4: Proof and Paradigms in Mathematics

11.5: Ethics and Responsibility in Mathematics

12.1: Exhibition Preparation

12.2: Object Selection and Context

12.3: Exhibition Development

12.4: Authenticity and Finalisation

13.1: Essay Conception

13.2: Essay Planning

13.3: Essay Composition

13.4: Essay Execution

13.5: Completion and Review

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TOK (Theory of Knowledge) explores the question "How do we know?". It is core because it helps students develop critical thinking, link knowledge across subjects, and understand the nature of knowledge – a central goal of the IB.
TOK is assessed through two components: the TOK Essay (1600 words, based on a prescribed title) and the TOK Exhibition (presentation of 3 objects related to a knowledge question).
These are broad areas of human knowledge, for example: History, Natural Sciences, Human Sciences, The Arts, Mathematics. TOK examines how knowledge is constructed and justified within these areas.
TOK encourages students to reflect on the methodologies, assumptions, and knowledge issues within the other IB subjects they are studying, fostering connections and deeper understanding.
Intertu guides students on how to analyze essay titles, construct philosophical arguments, select objects, and develop commentaries for the exhibition, ensuring they meet IB grading criteria.
Yes, Intertu Education provides TOK consultation or trial sessions. Tuition fees for TOK support depend on specific needs (support for Essay, Exhibition, or the entire process) and the chosen hour package. Please contact Intertu's consulting team directly for more details.