Every student must produce a written account consisting of the following six sections.
- Criterion A
- Plan of the Investigation
- Criterion B
- Summary of Evidence
- Criterion C
- Evaluation of Sources
- Criterion D
- Analysis
- Criterion E
- Conclusion
- Criterion F
- Sources and Word Limit
Criterion A - Plan of the Investigation (3 marks)
Students should:
- state the topic of the investigation, which should be formulated as a question
- define the scope of the investigation
- explain the method of the investigation
Criterion B - Summary of Evidence (6 marks)
This section should consist of factual material that is:
- drawn from sources that are appropriate for the investigation
- correctly and consistently referenced
- organized thematically or chronologically
Criterion C - Evaluation of Sources (5 marks)
This section should consist of:
- a critical evaluation of two important sources appropriate to the investigation
- explicit reference to the origin, purpose, value and limitation of the selected sources
Criterion D - Analysis (6 marks)
This section should consist of:
- an analysis that breaks down complex issues in order to bring out the essential elements, any underlying assumptions and any interrelationships involved
- an understanding of the issue in its historical context
- a critical examination of the factual material presented in section B
- an awareness of the significance of the sources used, especially those evaluated in section C
- a consideration of different interpretations of evidence, where appropriate
Criterion E - Conclusion (2 marks)
The conclusion must be clearly stated, consistent with the evidence presented and relevant to the research question
Criterion F - Sources and World Limit (3 marks)
A bibliography or list of sources and all citations, using one standard method, must be included; any illustrations, documents, or other supporting evidence should be included in an appendix. None of these will form part of the word count. The word count for the investigation must be clearly and accurately stated on the title page.
