IB Biology Practical Investigations/Microbes and Biotechnology

TEACHING IDEAS

Practical investigations or activities included in this section are intended as a teaching resource rather than an assessment tool. Although all practical hours recorded may be counted on the form 4/PSOW, these activities are probably not suitable for assessment of the IA criteria.

Diversity of Microbes

Microbes and the Environment

Microbes and Biotechnology

Microbes and Food Production

Metabolism of Microbes

Microbes and Disease

ASSESSMENT IDEAS

These ideas are included as a starting point for teachers planning investigations in this topic. Investigations included here are not endorsed by the IBO and may not match the criteria precisely. Please exercise caution and judgement when selecting IA topics for submission.

CRITERIA FOR FIRST EXAMS MAY 2009

Design

Data Collection and Processing

Conclusion and Evaluation