Teacher Resources

InThinking promotes and supports the development of quality educational resources which reflect up-to-date ideas, encourage students to think for themselves, and help them prepare effectively for exams.

Our workshop leaders are actively involved in curriculum development and many of them have written books and/or created their own websites. Please find below a selection of IBDP books and links which will be added to in the future.

We also offer a growing number of subject-specific quarterly newsletters for IBDP teachers. At present, these newsletters are available in the following subjects: Economics, Geography, Psychology and Theory of Knowledge. Please scroll down to the relevant subject heading to subscribe.

John McMurtry’s IBDP Biology Website

This site - which is currently under development - is a guide for students and teachers to the IBDP Biology curriculum.

Chemistry for the IB Diploma 2nd. Edition (Oxford)

by Geoffrey Neuss

The second edition of this very popular study guide has been written specifically for the new programme for first examinations in 2009. It follows the syllabus exactly with the contents broken down into single page topics. The Standard and Higher level material is clearly distinguished. At the end of each major topic there are IB examination questions with answers given. The whole book is written in clear and concise English to help those who do not have English as their mother tongue. The book also contains helpful information on Internal Assessment, Extended Essays and preparing for the final External Examinations.

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Chemistry Course Companion (Oxford and IB)

by Geoffrey Neuss

The Course Companion is designed to provide a solid basis for understanding IB Diploma Chemistry for the new syllabus (first examination in 2009). It encourages students to think critically about the subject and to consider the benefits (and problems) that chemistry brings to society. Specifically this book:

• Covers all the Core, Additional Higher Level Material and all the Options.
• Includes practice questions (with answers) and whole chapters on Internal and External Assessment and the Extended Essay.
• Relates chemistry directly to Theory of Knowledge and the other areas of the IB 'Hexagon'.
• Provides material and features throughout to encourage international-mindedness and moral and ethical issues.
• Uses clear and concise English for those who have English as an additional language.
• Has been written by an experienced IB teacher and former Deputy Chief Examiner for the IB Diploma Chemistry Programme.

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Economics Course Companion (Oxford)

by Jocelyn Blink & Ian Dorton

Providing clear and inviting instruction and guidance, this Companion will support students through their IB Economics course. It includes cross-curricular materials and activities as well as advice and guidance for the portfolio of four commentaries. Examples, features, and case studies drawn from around the world will encourage students to develop an international perspective.

• Includes a section of Development and International Economics.
• Written by experienced authors and teachers, who are both deputy chief examiners.
• Activities and features provide opportunities for learning and discussion around core and wider issues.
• Exam, portfolio, and Extended Essay advice is provided.
• Lively and accessible, this book will inspire students to engage in the subject.

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Economics Newsletter

by Jocelyn Blink & Ian Dorton

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Richard Allaway’s IB Geography Website

Richard Allaway’s site is the leading website of online Geography resources specifically tailored for IB Geography.

Geography Newsletter

by Richard Allaway

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History: Paper One

By Brian Mimmack, Daniela Senes, and Eunice Price

Written by a team of highly experienced IB History teachers who are also involved in examining, delivering workshops and curriculum review, this book offers complete coverage of the prescribed subjects on Paper One.

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Standard Level Mathematics

by Tim Garry and Ibrahim Wazir

Standard Level Mathematics provides comprehensive coverage of all the latest core material and options for Mathematics SL. Worked examples with effective illustrations show how to tackle tricky questions, and there are exam-style assessment opportunities using model questions and answers. There are clear links to TOK throughout, and the book provides guidance on completing the Portfolio.

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Mathematical Studies Course Companion

by Stephen Bedding, Jane Forrest, Mal Coad, Paula Waldman de Tokman, and Beryl Fussey

This book has been designed specifically to support the student through the IB Diploma Programme in Mathematical Studies. It includes worked examples and numerous opportunities for practice. In addition, the book will provide students with features integrated with study and learning approaches, TOK and the IB learner profile. Examples and activities drawn from around the world will encourage students to develop an international perspective.

• Lively and accessible, this resource will inspire students not only to succeed in the course but to engage with the wider issues of the subject.
• Authors are experienced examiners.
• Provides opportunity for discussion and creativity.
• Provides material and features throughout to encourage international-mindedness and moral and ethical issues.
• Exam and extended essay advice provided.
• Guidance and support provided for the mathematical studies project.
• This book has been written and developed in collaboration with the IBO

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Higher Level Physics (Heinemann)

by Chris Hamper

• Provides comprehensive coverage of the entire HL course, including all options.
• Contains worked examples, practice questions from past IB papers and advice on Internal Assessment and the Extended Essay to support the student and offer opportunities for exam preparation.
• Innovative Theory of Knowledge chapter.
• Fully illustrated in colour.
• Accompanying website with full worked solutions.

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Standard Level Physics (Heinemann)

by Chris Hamper & Keith Ord

Standard Level Physics provides comprehensive coverage of all the latest syllabus requirements and all the options for Physics SL. It encourages further thinking throughout using clear links to TOK, and makes very effective use of illustrated examples and levelled exercises. There is also guidance on the Internal Assessment and Extended Essay, and enables exam-style assessment opportunities using questions from past papers.

• Comprehensive coverage of all the latest syllabus requirements and all the options for Physics SL.
• Illustrated examples and levelled exercises.
• Clear links to TOK throughout.
• Topics organised into 1 hour units.
• Enables exam-style assessment using questions from past papers.
• Supported by teacher's notes.

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Chris Hamper’s InThinking IB Physics Website

ICT & IB Physics

IB Psychology Course Companion (Oxford)

by John Crane & Jette Hannibal

This Course Companion supports the new syllabus for 2009 and includes all options. It promotes cross-cultural links and connections to TOK, international-mindedness and the IB learner profile. Written by two experienced IB examiners and teachers, it contains historical information alongside data from the latest research. Students are stimulated by a wealth of engaging activities and features. They are encouraged to think critically and relate ideas to other subjects and to world issues. There is an emphasis on research and research methods, as well as advice on internal and external assessment.

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John Crane’s IB Psychology Blog

Psychology Newsletter

by John Crane

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Theory of Knowledge for the IB Diploma (Cambridge)

by Richard van de Lagemaat

This comprehensive and accessible book is designed for use by students following the Theory of Knowledge course in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. The book is also useful for students following other critical thinking courses. The fundamental question in Theory of Knowledge is ‘How do you know?’ In exploring this question, the author encourages critical thinking across a range of subject areas and helps students to ask relevant questions, use language with care and precision, support ideas with evidence, argue coherently and make sound judgements.

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Theory of Knowledge Newsletter

by Richard van de Lagemaat

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