IB Social and cultural anthropology (SL)

IB Social and Cultural Anthropology SL has internal and external assessments: the IB external assessment is the part you do on test day and the IB internal assessment is usually a project or a presentation you have to work on ahead of time. For the external assessments: Paper 1- three questions based on unseen text and one question from 6 “big questions” answer; will take you 1 hour 30 minutes (worth 40% of your final grade) Paper 2 - one question requiring students to connect a key concept and one question from another area of inquiry; will take you 1 hour 30 minutes (worth 40% of your final grade) For the internal assessments: Field work - will take you 30 hours (worth 20% of your final grade) To make sure you’re prepared enough to finish in time, take a look through the IB Social and Cultural Anthropology Syllabus and our free IB Social and Cultural Anthropology resources that cover the most important material you should know.

How do I study for IB Social and cultural anthropology (SL)?

IB exams are scored using a combination of internal and external assessments. The IB score range is 1 to 7, with 7 being the highest. External assessments, such as the written exams, are marked by external IB examiners, while internal assessments, such as projects or oral presentations, are graded by the student's teacher and then moderated by IB examiners. The scores from different assessments are combined, and students may earn up to 42 points from six subjects, with an additional 3 points available from the Theory of Knowledge (TOK) and the IB Extended Essay, for a maximum total of 45 points.

What units are on IB Social and cultural anthropology (SL)?

You’ve likely covered a lot of material during your course this year, but to get a 7 on the International Baccalaureate exam, it’s important you understand how often each topic shows up. Once you take a look through the breakdown below, make sure to read through the IB Social and cultural anthropology (SL) study guide above with all the key points you should know for each unit. The IB Social and cultural anthropology (SL) revision notes are made by other students who already took that class. After that, run through the IB Social and cultural anthropology (SL) flashcards to practice important terms you should know for the exam. You can also do some test prep using the tests attached to each note. There’s a lot of IB Social and cultural anthropology (SL) resources for you to shuffle between until you find the method that works best for your learning style. Make sure to start ahead and leave enough time to practice.

What are the video resources?

When approaching your IB Social and Cultural Anthropology exam review, take some time to understand how the different units are actually broken up so you can place the right emphasis on each one.
Unit 1: What Is Anthropology?
Unit 2: Social and Cultural Organization
Unit 3: Observation and Critique Exercise

Where can I ask IB Social and cultural anthropology (SL) questions?

IB Social and Cultural Anthropology SL requires strong problem-solving abilities, critical thinking, and a solid understanding of anthropological concepts. You’ll need to master topics in cultural practices, social structures, kinship, and belief systems, while applying them to both theoretical and practical anthropological analysis.

What is IB Social and cultural anthropology (SL)?

We’ve handpicked some of our favorite YouTube channels and videos that align with the key topics and themes covered in our IB Social and Cultural Anthropology SL study guides. These channels can be a great way to get a better understanding of fundamental topics such as cultural practices, social structures, kinship, and belief systems. Experience practical learning through case studies and interactive classroom activities, while applying anthropological concepts to real-world social and cultural issues.