IB Personal Project (MYP) External Assessment Exemplar

Thorough application of research skills, with systematic collection and analysis of primary and secondary data to inform recipe development

Creative thinking evidenced by innovative fusions (for example, the tamarind tart blending traditional flavours with modern techniques)

Effective self‐management through a detailed, colour-coded timeline that balances short-term tasks and long-term milestones

Organizational excellence shown by maintaining both handwritten and digital records, capturing structured progress alongside spontaneous insights

Strategic use of communication skills via custom feedback forms for aesthetics, authenticity and usability, and adaptation of messaging for diverse audience familiarity

Problem-solving agility in adapting recipes (for instance, substituting betel leaves with banana flower to maintain authenticity and practicality)

Precisely defined intended product (a six-recipe bakebook representing the six tastes of Arusuvai), which sharply focuses the project scope

Compelling personal narrative that links the baking project to a deeper cultural reconnection, providing clear context and motivation

Comprehensive and measurable success‐criteria table covering timeframes, aesthetics, authenticity and user experience, with clear methods for assessment

Learning goal lacks specific, measurable metrics (for example, number of test iterations or deadlines tied to each recipe) to track progress more precisely

Action plan does not explicitly list required resources (ingredients, equipment, budget), which could lead to logistical challenges

Resilience and iterative learning illustrated by honest reflection on a failed astringent spiced bread attempt and subsequent adjustments

Deep emotional insight noted in how visual elements evoke personal and audience connections (“It makes me miss India”)

Conceptual growth demonstrated through reflections on ingredient interactions, such as understanding how jaggery balances sour and bitter flavours

Profound personal growth evident in how the project has reconnected you to your Tamil heritage beyond technical baking skills

Usability testing was limited in scope; expanding trials to a broader, more diverse group and including hands-on recipe execution would yield richer accessibility data

Evaluations reference criteria being met but lack direct linkage to specific evidence or feedback scores for each success metric

Cookbook design feedback suggests more imagery and colour – a more vibrant layout with additional visuals would enhance user engagement and readability