IB Economics Paper 1 & 2 - 15 Marker Question - Exam Technique

Summary

This video explains how to tackle the 15-mark question in IB Economics for both Paper 1 and Paper 2. The instructor emphasizes the importance of real-world examples, clear structure, and strong evaluation in these discussion or evaluation-style essays. Students are advised to spend 55 minutes on this question and use case studies, detailed analysis, diagrams, and real-world examples throughout. For Paper 2, the extracts provided must be integrated. The video also highlights the critical role of the final judgment, not just a summary, for achieving top marks.

Takeaways

• 📚 The 15-mark question in IB Economics appears in both Paper 1 and Paper 2, with only minor differences between the two papers.
• 📝 These questions are typically discussion or evaluation-style, requiring students to explore multiple perspectives or policies.
• ⌛️ Students should allocate 55 minutes for the 15-mark question, ensuring adequate time for in-depth responses.
• ⚖️ There are two main types of 15-mark questions: those asking for pros and cons of a policy, and those requiring discussion of multiple policies.
• 📈 Depth of analysis is crucial, along with evaluation and final judgment, particularly for Paper 1 essays.
• 🌍 Real-world examples are essential for scoring high marks, especially in Paper 1, where students must provide their own case studies.
• 📊 Diagrams should be used where applicable, but only when they enhance or clarify the analysis being presented.
• 🖊 Evaluation should follow analysis paragraphs and include detailed judgments about the points made, possibly supported by additional examples or diagrams.
• 📝 In both papers, students need a final judgment paragraph, not a summary, to conclude the essay with an overall answer to the question.
• 📋 Paper 2 includes extracts and data, which must be incorporated into the essay for application and can also be used as part of the evaluation.

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