Mariz M.

As an English A: Language and Literature Teacher and EE Supervisor, I focus on developing students’ analytical precision, argumentation, and ability to engage critically with literary and non-literary texts. My teaching includes regular exam-style practice and timed assessments that familiarize students with the demands of IB examinations. Students receive frequent, targeted feedback on their responses and are taught how to refine their analysis and writing. Most of my English A students consistently achieve scores between 5 and 6, with individual students reaching the highest bands.

As an IBDP Coordinator and Extended Essay Coordinator and Supervisor in English A, I guide students through the Extended Essay as an extended process of independent academic inquiry rather than simply a final piece of writing. I help students refine their research questions, develop coherent arguments, evaluate sources, and maintain academic integrity. Regular checkpoints and detailed feedback allow students to identify weaknesses early and improve their work systematically. My approach gives students the structure they need while preserving genuine ownership of their research and intellectual decisions.

As an IBDP Coordinator, TOK Coordinator, and Teacher, I use a structured, feedback-driven approach that helps students understand how to move from a basic response to sophisticated TOK thinking. I break assessment expectations into clear stages and provide frequent, targeted feedback so students know exactly how to improve. My students are encouraged to question assumptions, develop nuanced arguments, and engage confidently with different perspectives. I combine high expectations with a supportive classroom environment, enabling students to work toward the highest assessment bands.