IB Theory of Knowledge (TOK) SL Theory of Knowledge Example

The student selected three specific, real-world objects that are clearly grounded in lived experience rather than generic examples.

The student's commentary stays focused on a coherent idea of usefulness and returns to that idea throughout the exhibition.

The student makes thoughtful evaluative comparisons by showing that usefulness depends on context rather than being absolute.

The student's objects contribute different kinds of insight, which gives the exhibition range and prevents repetition.

Some claims would be stronger with one or two more concrete examples from the real world.

A few points remain slightly broad, especially where the student describes how the knowledge is useful without fully showing it in action.

At times the discussion could be more precise about the exact context in which an object is useful or limited.