IB Environmental systems and societies (ESS) - Old SL Internal Assessment Example

Research question is precise and focused, specifying both target population and measurable constructs.

Strong local and global context with relevant statistics and examples of Hong Kong land-reclamation projects.

Clear explanation of the connection between land shortage, reclamation projects, and student awareness/support.

Lacks quantitative ecological footprint or land-per-capita data to deepen the environmental context.

Could expand discussion of broader environmental dimensions (e.g., biodiversity impacts).

Method design is repeatable and appropriate, using step-by-step procedures and validated by the ESS teacher.

Stratified random sampling is well justified in terms of representation and bias reduction.

Apparatus listing and use of Google Forms ensure sufficient data collection capability.

Risk and ethical considerations are only outlined; informed consent and potential psychological risks are not fully addressed.

No pilot study or detailed reliability checks are included to test survey clarity.

Some methodological labels (systems diagram legend, variables table completeness) are omitted.