AI and the Environment: What ESS Students Need to Know in 2026 We don’t consider the Artificial Intelligence (AI) the thing from the future movies. It is already here and influencing the way we think, write and learn. Sometimes we use it on our phones, but...
The IB DP Environmental systems and societies (IB ESS) is one of a kind subject when it comes to the International Baccalaureate Programme. There are Group 3 subjects (Individuals and societies) such as Geography and History and Group 4 subjects (Sciences) such as Chemistry and...
What to expect in an IB Environmental Systems and Societies (ESS) Class You might just about to start with IB Environmental Systems and Societies course or you are in the process of choosing your IB DP subjects and you are wondering if you should take Environmental...
Does IB environmental systems and societies exam sound scary to you? Do you feel like you don't understand the subject or you don't understand ESS questions? You are not alone, many IB environmental systems and societies students feel that way. ESS is a mixture of...
Ecosystem services are crucial for human well-being and the health of our planet. They encompass a wide range of benefits that ecosystems provide, which can be categorized into four main types: Provisioning Services: These include the supply of food, water, timber, and other resources. For example,...
IB Environmental Systems and Societies (ESS) is unique because it is an interdisciplinary course that combines elements from both Group 3 (Individuals and Societies) and Group 4 (Sciences)1. This means it covers a broad range of topics, including Geography, Ecology, Environmental Science, Chemistry, and even...
Studying Environmental Systems and Societies (ESS) at the International Baccalaureate (IB) level holds a myriad of benefits for students who have an innate interest in our planet's health and future. ESS encourages students to gain a deep understanding of the environment from both a scientific...
This article aims to guide students on how to get a 7 in their IB ESS course. It will provide tips for effective studying, exam-preparation, and other strategies that can support learners in achieving their desired academic goals. Strategies For Learning Time management is a critical skill...
The new DP environmental systems and societies course was launched in February 2024 for first teaching in August 2024. First assessment will take place in May 2026. Below you will find an overview of the course updates. Overview of the new course Environmental systems and societies (ESS) is...
ESS is one of two interdisciplinary courses offered in the Diploma Programme. Because it is an interdisciplinary course, students can study this course and have it count as either an individuals and societies or a science course, or both. This gives students the opportunity to...