IA: inquiry process document (about 1,500 words) + recorded multimedia presentation (up to 10 minutes); 24 marks; SL 30 %, HL 20 %.
Inquiry focus (A, 3 marks)
A clear inquiry question linked to a real-world digital system and course concepts.
Claims and perspectives (B, 6 marks)
Discussion of claims and perspectives in three sources, justifying their usefulness.
Choose one specific digital system, a defined group of people, and an impact you can evaluate (e.g. “How has the school's use of AI essay checkers affected student trust?”).
The full notes, worked example and check questions for this subtopic are in the app.
Exam tip: A local, specific focus makes analysis easier and stands out to moderators.
11.2The presentation: analysis, conclusion, communication
Key terms
Analysis and evaluation (C, 6 marks)
Sustained analysis and evaluation of impacts and implications for people and communities.
Conclusion (D, 6 marks)
Insightful conclusion with emerging trends and future developments.
Communication (E, 3 marks)
Clear, well-organised multimedia presentation.
The presentation (maximum 10 minutes) covers criteria C, D and E.
The full notes, worked example and check questions for this subtopic are in the app.
Exam tip: Rehearse with a timer: content beyond 10 minutes may not be assessed.