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-In history:

-The different approaches to knowledge and thinking skills taught can help evaluate sources

-Determine what are the most important causes/effects of different historical events

-Understand the morals and way of thinking of different historical figures, and how it influenced that society

In English:

Help consider the different perspectives and approaches to literary texts

Make evaluations when essay writing

Understand how politics, culture, religion and technology can influence the way a piece of literature is written and perceived

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TOK distinguishes between eight areas of knowledge: mathematics, the natural sciences, the human sciences, the arts, history, ethics, religious knowledge systems, and indigenous knowledge systems.

https://www.ibo.org/globalassets/publications/recognition/core_tok.pdf

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Ideally, TOK is not just taught by TOK teachers, but truly embedded within each subject lesson and the IBDP as a whole - the real value of TOK is that it could be applied outside the confines of its own curriculum.

Source : www.tok2022.net

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- Help students to realize the importance of knowledge
- Learn how to build up knowledge and also how to use it
- Reflection on the learning process
- Reinforce the idea that there are multiple perspectives to consider
- Suggest responsibilities that come with knowledge

https://theoryofknowledge.net/about/about-the-tok-course/aims-and-structure-of-tok/

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Aims and structure of TOK

Although TOK doesn't have a concrete syllabus, which is examined at the end of the course, it still has a clear structure, and set of aims. At theory of knowledge we try to tie TOK to the '4Cs' of education - critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and creativity. And we explore the core theme, optional themes, and areas of knowledge via our 6 Big Questions.

Aims of TOK

Theory of knowledge is the 'flagship course' of the Diploma not only because it is unique, but also because it draws together all the knowledge that is learned in other courses, and questions the validity of what we think we know. Amongst other things, it seeks to do the following:

To help students to discover the richness of knowledge, and to realize how empowering knowledge can be.

To examine how knowledge is built up, examined, and evaluated by individuals and societies.

To reflect on how we learn - both inside and outside school - and to make links between the academic disciplines and our thoughts, feelings and actions.

To reinforce the idea that there are many different ways of thinking and perspectives, and assumptions we have because of our cultural and individual positions may obscure the way we see the world.

To suggest some of the responsibilities that may come with knowledge.

In our first BQ unit, we align TOK to the 'four Cs' of education, arguing that TOK helps students to think critically, be creative, learn collaboratively, and communicate their ideas. Not only does this provide 4 clear aims for the course, it also demonstrates how relevant TOK is to the modern world.

Exploring the TOK themes and areas of knowledge

Although we arrange the TOK course around the BQs, the site also allows you to explore any aspect of the course in extra depth via the exploration points. These are found on every the page for the core theme, the optional themes, and the areas of knowledge, and comprise questions and tasks, links to media sources, advice on how to draw on the 12 key concepts, and other support. They are particularly useful when it comes to your students creating their exhibitions and essays.

Ask us any question about the course, how to become a member, or advice on teaching and learning TOK.

Find out about us here, and read testimonials from members here.

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Although TOK doesn't have a concrete syllabus, which is examined at the end of the course, it still has a clear structure, and set of aims. At theory of knowledge we try to tie TOK to the '4Cs' of education - critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and creativity.

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Can you link other TOK to your other subjects?

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Can you link other TOK to your other subjects?

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Can integrate TOK into other subjects by discussing TOK questions into lessons or inviting other subject teachers into classes. - Sarah

Source: https://blogs.ibo.org

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The five areas of knowledge – the arts, history, human sciences, mathematics, and natural sciences

Source: https://theoryofknowledge.net/the-tok-course/#:~:text=TOK%20areas%20of%20knowledge%20The%20five%20areas%20of,issues%2C%20and%20key%20thinkers%20related%20to%20them%20here.

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The TOK course consists of three interlinked elements: the areas of knowledge, the optional themes, and the core theme. As you explore each one, you'll meet a host of brilliant ideas, life-changing thinkers, and thought-provoking events and issues.

Follow the links below to access a huge amount of free and premium material to help you take ownership of the TOK course, and create brilliant assessment tasks at the end of your journey.

Explore the TOK course themes

TOK areas of knowledge

The five areas of knowledge - the arts, history, human sciences, mathematics, and natural sciences - represent the the ways we categorize ideas and concepts in order to understand and take ownership of them. Explore quotes, knowledge questions, real-world issues, and key thinkers related to them here.

TOK optional themes

The five optional themes - indigenous societies, language, politics, religion, and technology - are our personal and societal affiliations which shape the way we produce and acquire knowledge. Explore quotes, knowledge questions, real-world issues, and key thinkers related to them here.

TOK core theme

The AOKs and themes help to define us as knowers, which we focus on within the core theme - knowledge and the knower - as well as looking at the different communities of knowers to which we belong. Explore core quotes, knowledge questions, real-world issues, and key thinkers here.

Receive regular updates about TOK

Our free TOK newsletter provides you with monthly news stories related to TOK, enabling you to explore the AOKs, optional themes, and core theme within an authentic context, and understand how TOK concepts manifest in the world around us. Subscribe here.

How does the TOK course fit together?

The optional themes are our personal and societal affiliations which shape the way we produce and acquire knowledge.

The areas of knowledge the the ways in which we categorize ideas and concepts in order to understand and take ownership of them.

Both the themes and the AOKs help to define us as knowers, which we focus on within the core theme - knowledge and the knower - as well as looking at the different communities of knowers to which we belong.

Exploration points

Explore the quotes, KQs, real-world issues, and ideas that feature on the site via discussion points and unpacking ideas, links to additional media sources, guidance on using the key concepts of TOK, and other suggestions. To gain access to the exploration points, become a member.

Ask us any question about the course, how to become a member, or advice on teaching and learning TOK.

Find out about us here, and read testimonials from members here.

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The TOK course consists of three interlinked elements: the areas of knowledge, the optional themes, and the core theme. As you explore each one, you'll meet a host of brilliant ideas, life-changing thinkers, and thought-provoking events and issues.

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How is the overall mark in TOK calculated 

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How is the overall mark in TOK calculated 

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there is an in classl assessment which stands for 33% and externally scored essay which stands for 67%

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1. To allow students to relfect on where in infomation comes from
2. To understand that knowledge can be interpretative and how it can affect our learning

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Five optional themes :
Knowledge and language, knowledge and politics, knowledge and religion, knowledge and indigenous societies, knowledge and technology

Two themes are selected by the teacher and the understanding will primarily be assessed through the TOK exhibition.

Source : www.tok2022.net

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An empowering assessment task that gives students a great deal of choice, and allows students to present their achievements to a public audience - Sarah

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It is a comparative essay by nature and discusses a similar problem as you can compare and contrast various ways of information and knowing on the subject.

source: https://www.confidentwriters.com/blog/how-to-write-tok-essay/

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A TOK essay is also known as a Theory of Knowledge essay. Usually, it has a word count of 1200 - 1600 words and very often your instructor will give you a list of chosen topics to write on.
TOK essays or Theory of Knowledge essays are usually required for an IB diploma. It is a comparative essay by nature and discusses a specific problem as you can contrast and compare various ways of information and knowing on the subject. Different areas of knowledge can be reason, language, emotions and others. The criteria on your grading will be explicitly given in your instruction notes.

Writing a TOK essay requires understanding the issues of the examined knowledge, focusing and analyzing them; creating comparisons and links, offering an understanding which is sophisticated and relevant. You should demonstrate independent thinking, various examples that support your thesis, perspective that is different and captivating and self-awareness on the matter. The analysis of the TOK essay will require depth and insight, justified main points, implications and assumptions, and arguments as well as counter arguments. The ideas that support your thesis should be well structured with factual accuracy; you should explain the key concepts in detail and submit proper references.

How to write a TOK essay

There is the so called term when writing a TOK essay referred to as the four C's or:

Creativity - You must develop independent and personal thought.

Content - You must understand and be able to write on the knowledge issues.

Clarity - You must be able to write a well-structured essay.

Critical thinking - You must submit enough arguments and counter arguments to convince the audience in your point of view.

If you follow the rule of four C's you will be able to write a good TOK essay. As mentioned above, it is very important to pick the thesis you are going to write on carefully. It should be something you feel competent to write. However, it does not matter how competent you feel, you still must research your thesis in detail in order to provide sufficient number of arguments and counter arguments to defend your point of view. Take notes while researching and make a draft of your TOK essay. The basic structure of the TOK essay is introduction, body and conclusion.

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Introduction of TOK essay

An introduction is the initial contact between the audience and the writer. In the introduction you have to state what you are going to write about and your opinion on it. In the introduction you should try to capture the attention of the audience, explain them briefly what you are going to write about and outline it and explain what you understand about the knowledge you are going to write about. You can start your TOK essay with something surprising in order to capture the audience attention. And after that you include the thesis statement.

Body of the TOK essay

When writing a TOK essay and more specifically its body, you should state every argument and counter argument you have found in a separate paragraph. That is what will make the essay look well structured. Spend more time analyzing and detailing the most important arguments and ideas. Be careful when transitioning a paragraph if you jump from one point to another that will make your essay look messy. Also, consider your audience, what is important for them, what they want to hear and what will make them accept your point of view.

Conclusion of TOK essay

The purpose of the conclusion is to create a sense of closure in the audience. Usually, in the conclusion the writers repeat what they have already stated numerous times. So you will create a very good ending of your TOK essay if you find a way to write about your thesis and knowledge in a slightly different way and formulate the key arguments in a new manner. Your conclusion should be strong and convincing. You may ask a friend to read your conclusion and introduction and ask him or her whether it is well structured and organized. Also, always proofread your essay and remove any grammatical and contextual mistakes. A good essay is one written with precision, clarity and economy.

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A TOK essay is also known as a Theory of Knowledge essay. Usually, it has a word count of 1200 - 1600 words and very often your instructor will give you a list of chosen topics to write on. TOK essays or Theory of Knowledge essays are usually required for an IB diploma.

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The optional themes are: knowledge and technology, knowledge and language, knowledge and indigenous societies, knowledge and religion or knowledge and politics.

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Gives students opportunity to think critically on diverse ways of knowing and on areas of knowledge
Also encourages collaboration and communicating different ideas

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There are 4 aims in TOK :
- Thinking critically
- Collaboration
- Thinking creatively
- Communicating ideas

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-All involve knowledge and real-world issues

-2 out of the 5 must be chosen

-These themes aim to create links to societies and ourself, shaping how knowledge is shared

-Indigenous societies

-Language

-Politics

-Religion

-Technology

Source:

"TOK Optional Themes." Theoryofknowledge.net. Last modified January 12, 2022. https://theoryofknowledge.net/the-tok-course/tok-optional-themes/.

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A comparative essay that debates an issue through compare and contrast, considers methods of information and understanding on the subject
- martin

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1: TOK, Extended essay, CAS, 6 other subjects which are chosen by the pupil
2: 100 hours or more of classtime

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At least 100 hours

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1. Theory of Knowlage
2. Extended Essay
3. CAS

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How do we know what we know?

Investigate what it means to know and what knowledge is, and examine the factors that shape how you make sense of the world. Discover where your values come from and what shapes your perspectives. Think about the validity of knowledge and avoid accepting things face value.

Source : www.tok2022.net

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2. How many hours are you supposed to spend on the TOK course 

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2. How many hours are you supposed to spend on the TOK course 

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minimum 100 hours
- martin

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How many hours are you supposed to spend on the TOK course?

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How many hours are you supposed to spend on the TOK course?

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At least 100 hours of class time.

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1. what are the core subjects of the IB Diploma Programme?

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1. what are the core subjects of the IB Diploma Programme?

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1. TOK
2. CAS
3. EE

Subjects:
1. Studies in language and literature
2. Language acquisition
3. Humanities
4. Sciences
5. Math
6. The arts

3 Hl and 3 SL
- martin

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What are the core subjects of the IB DP? 

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What are the core subjects of the IB DP? 

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TOK, CAS and EE

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ToK, EE and CAS