Overview

An experimental wiki for IST students to explore and tell their story of the research process for their IB extended essay.
Weekly we will review and highlight important aspects of research in a variety of **Sessions.**

It may be helpful to take a look at some **examples of Extended Essays**.
 * 1) There are some samples found in the **IB notebooks in the library**.
 * 2) IB essays written by former students are listed in [|IST OPAC] (extended essay--keyword search). Ask at circulation desk to see a copy in the library.
 * 3) The **//Concord Review//** is found in the **periodical collection of the library**. There are some fine examples of history extended essays.
 * 4) There are also samples from Concord Review **online collection** at http://www.tcr.org/tcr/essays.htm
 * 5) Access to //50 Excellent Extended Essays// is on the server under **Grade 11 Share/Extended essay examples**

As you begin your research you will want to be able to refer to these publications:

[|Online Research Guide from Springfield Township]
There are several **Online Writing Labs** available with a wealth of information. Consider the following:


 * [|Purdue Online Writing Lab]**


 * [|Hamilton College Writing Center]**


 * Harvard Writing Center**


 * UW-MadisonWriting Center**


 * [|A Guide for Writing Research Papers Based on Modern Language Association (MLA) Documentation]**


 * Research and Documentation Online** - by Diana Hacker.