IB Diploma Chemistry Course Companion

Fully Aligned with the 2023 IB DP Chemistry Subject Guide

Developed in cooperation with the IB, this Course Book is crafted by experienced IB authors, examiners, and teachers to deliver comprehensive, engaging, and effective support for students and teachers. It provides full coverage of all topics in the 2023 IB DP Chemistry syllabus while encouraging inquiry and conceptual understanding.

Key Features and Benefits for Teachers and Students

Comprehensive and Syllabus-Aligned

• Provides full coverage of all topics, structured according to the syllabus for easy navigation and lesson planning.
• Ensures students are fully prepared with content aligned to the latest 2023 IB Chemistry subject guide.

Conceptual Understanding at the Core

• Builds lessons on strong foundations by weaving core concepts of structure and reactivity throughout the book.
• Guiding and linking questions within each chapter encourage inquiry and support conceptual learning.

Enhance Teaching and Learning

• Integrates subject knowledge seamlessly with the Nature of Science and Theory of Knowledge (TOK), fostering interdisciplinary thinking.
• TOK connections provide real-world context and encourage students to consider the ethical and philosophical dimensions of science.

Skill Development Throughout

• Dedicated skills chapter builds metacognitive and subject-specific skills.
• Opportunities for skill-building are integrated into each topic, ensuring consistent practice and development.

Engaging and High-Quality Content

• Written by experienced IB professionals, offering clear explanations and a deep understanding of the subject matter.
• Reinforces learning with a wealth of comprehension questions, worked examples, and detailed explanations.

Assessment Preparation and IA Support

• Exam-style questions at the end of each topic help students practice and gain confidence for assessments.
• Provides dedicated support for the Internal Assessment (IA), guiding students step-by-step through the process.

Why Teachers Will Love It

• Syllabus-aligned structure makes lesson planning straightforward and effective.
• Easily integrates key IB elements like TOK and the Nature of Science into classroom discussions.
• Provides robust assessment resources, including exam-style questions and IA guidance, to help students excel.

Why Students Will Succeed

• Builds understanding of essential concepts through inquiry and linking questions.
• Reinforces learning with clear explanations, worked examples, and a variety of practice questions.
• Prepares them for exams and internal assessments with comprehensive support and resources.

This Course Book is the ultimate resource for mastering IB Chemistry, fostering conceptual understanding, and excelling in assessments. It’s an essential tool for both teachers and students aiming for success in the IB Diploma Programme.