• Criterion A: Due
• Criterion B: Due
• Criterion C: December 5th
• Criterion D: January 5th
• Criterion E: January 12th

Test dates for Seniors and Juniors

• Juniors: Tuesday 7th October, Topic 4 Test
• Seniors: Monday 13th October, Topic 1 Test

You can be examined on any of the content from the relevant topic as set out in the guide.

Software Design Methodologies

• Must explicitly reference success criteria from Criterion A.
• Tabular format with columns:
  1. Description
  2. Success criterion tested
  3. Input
  4. Expected result
  5. Actual result
  6. Pass/Fail

Take a look at these. You will find they are clear, measurable and specific. Make sure yours are the same.

Success Criteria samples

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IAForms

The IB’s computational thinking types in topic 4 are based on these. Well worth reading.

• Article
• Presentation

In the most recent computer science EE report, these titles were identified as particularly good because of their sharp focus.

• An analysis of lattice-based post-quantum cryptographic primitives
• Investigation of the JIT compiler for the Dalvik Virtual Machine and its influence on the Android OS performance.
• A comparison of different algorithms for solving magic squares.
• Why are wireless mesh networks superior to other networking technologies in promoting smart grid driven energy and cost efficiency programs?
• To what extent does the Chinese Postman problem help to solve the website linkage check?