Computer Science IA Research Question Evaluator
Use the tabs below to generate a new Computer Science IA idea or evaluate your current research question.
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Compare High-Scoring vs. Flawed Computer Science RQs
Below are examples of evaluated RQs from recent Computer Science IAs. Review the strengths and weaknesses to understand the scoring criteria, and feel free to evaluate your own RQ using the form above.
Design and develop a web application that allows small coffee shops to manage online orders and customer pickup scheduling.
Strengths:
Clearly proposes a digital product to design/develop (a web application).
Weaknesses:
How does Design and implement work?
Strengths:
Brief and easy-to-read phrasing.
Weaknesses:
Specify the artefact by including a digital product (e.g., insert 'mobile app' or 'web application'); for example, change to: "How does a mobile application for...".
Develop a smartphone app that helps freelance photographers manage client bookings, invoicing, and portfolio showcases.
Strengths:
Clear identification of a digital artefact (a smartphone app) and its development.
Weaknesses:
What is Computer Science?
Strengths:
Clear topic focus in the sense of a defined field (Computer Science) and a direct question format.
Weaknesses:
Specify a digital artefact to signal a computaional solution (e.g., insert a system/app/program) so the project outcome is tangible. Example: replace with: "What is Computer Science, and how can a mobile app demonstrate its concepts by solving a real-world problem?"
How to Evaluate Your Research Question
Simply choose your subject and enter your research question. Our evaluator will then analyze your question against the IB requirements and return a report with any issues or improvements you can make. Trained on thousands of IB RQs marked by official IB examiners, our evaluator is able to provide accurate and helpful feedback.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use the ideas from Clastify's Research Question Generator?
Yes. Our Research Question Generator was trained on thousands of high-scoring IB exemplars, and the ideas it generates are designed to align with IB criteria so you can develop research questions that meet the standards.
How does the Research Question Generator work?
Select your subject and category (IA or EE), optionally enter a few keywords or interests, then click Generate. The AI returns research question ideas tailored to your subject, which you can refine further with the tweak tools.
Do I need to enter keywords to generate research questions?
No. You can leave the keyword field blank for instant inspiration, or add a few words about your interests to get more targeted ideas.
Are AI-generated research questions original enough for IB coursework?
Generated questions are starting points aligned with IB expectations. Similar research questions appear across cohorts—what matters is that your investigation or essay content is your own work.
How does the Research Question Evaluator work?
The Research Question Evaluator was trained on thousands of research questions marked by IB-certified examiners. It evaluates your research question using the same IB criteria, helping you understand its strengths and areas for improvement.
How many free generations do I get?
Free users get a limited number of generations per week. Your limit resets weekly. Upgrade to Pro for higher limits and full access to Clastify AI tools.
Can generated Computer Science ideas work for an EE?
Computer Science EEs investigate a researchable computing problem; they are not only product documentation. Choose EE for research-style prompts.
What makes a strong Computer Science IA research question?
A client-centred computational problem with specific success criteria—not “build an app” without users or requirements.
Should a Computer Science IA research question name the client?
Yes when possible. Client context produces clearer Generator ideas and better Evaluator feedback on scope.
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