1. What Is the TOK Exhibition?
The TOK Exhibition is the internal component of your TOK assessment and accounts for 33% of your final TOK grade. It involves choosing three objects and writing a 950-word commentary that links them to one of the IB’s TOK prompts. (revisiondojo.com, revisiondojo.com)
2. Marking & Moderation Process
- The exhibition is marked internally by your TOK teacher, then externally moderated by the IB to ensure global standardization.
- Only the written component is assessed—the in-person display or presentation is not graded. (revisiondojo.com, revisiondojo.com)
3. Core Grading Criteria
IB evaluates your TOK Exhibition commentary using a rubric focused on:
- Justification of Objects — How well each object connects to the chosen prompt.
- Depth of Analysis — Insightful discussion of TOK concepts through your objects.
- Coherence & Structure — Logical flow from object description to conceptual interpretation.
- Critical Engagement — Demonstrating different perspectives and knowledge questions.
- Clarity in Communication — Precise, compelling, reader‑friendly writing. (revisiondojo.com, revisiondojo.com)
Exhibitions judged as “precise, lucid, and convincing” usually score in the top band. (revisiondojo.com)
4. How It Affects Your TOK Grade
Your final TOK grade (A–E) is derived from both the exhibition (33%) and the TOK essay (67%). These are combined to form one overall letter grade, which impacts your eligibility for IB core points. (revisiondojo.com, revisiondojo.com)
Tip: Never underestimate the exhibition—it contributes significantly to your TOK outcome. (revisiondojo.com)
5. FAQs
Q1: Who marks the exhibition?
Your school’s TOK teacher does the first marking; the IB external moderator ensures standardization. (revisiondojo.com)
Q2: What grade scale is used?
TOK uses a letter grade scale from A (highest) to E (lowest), consistent for both the essay and exhibition. (revisiondojo.com)
Q3: How many marks is the exhibition?
It counts as 33% of your overall TOK grade—there are no separate mark values like 10 points. (revisiondojo.com)
Q4: Can a weak exhibition be offset by a strong essay?
Yes. Your combined TOK grade is influenced by both parts. Excelling in one can smooth over weaknesses in the other. (revisiondojo.com)
Q5: Is the object selection important?
Absolutely. Objects need to meaningfully connect to the chosen prompt and represent diverse perspectives. (revisiondojo.com)
Q6: What’s the word limit?
The written exhibition commentary (excluding references) must stay within a 950‑word limit. (revisiondojo.com)
6. Why the Exhibition Grading Matters
Understanding the grading criteria helps you:
- Align your commentary with what examiners expect.
- Ensure your object justification and analysis directly addresses the prompt.
- Maintain clarity and structure, maximizing the impact of your 950 words.
- Secure a TOK grade that qualifies for bonus points toward your IB Diploma. (revisiondojo.com, revisiondojo.com)
📣 Call to Action
Want to perfect your TOK Exhibition? Explore RevisionDojo’s expert guides:
- Step-by-step checklist for object picking & commentary structure
- Sample exhibitions demonstrating “precise, lucid, convincing” clarity
- Prompt deconstruction tools to help you deeply engage with TOK question stems
