Computer Science IA Research Question Evaluator
Use the tabs below to generate a new Computer Science IA idea or evaluate your current research question.
IA
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.
Master Your Coursework, Maximize Your Grade.
Gain unlimited AI topic generations & evaluations, unlimited access to all exemplars, examiner mark schemes, and more.
The Fast Track To Your
Best IB Coursework & College Essays
All content on this website has been developed independently from and is not endorsed by the International Baccalaureate Organization. International Baccalaureate and IB are registered trademarks owned by the International Baccalaureate Organization.