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TOK Concepts

Educational infographic displaying the 12 key concepts of Theory of Knowledge (TOK) in the IB program, including Evidence, Certainty, Truth, Interpretation, Power, Justification, Explanation, Objectivity, Perspective, Culture, Values, and Responsibility, each with unique icons.
This Table of Contents provides a detailed exploration of the 12 core TOK concepts, offering insights into their application across Areas of Knowledge (AOKs) and their relevance to understanding the complexity of knowledge. It equips teachers and students to engage deeply with critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and knowledge evaluation.

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Table of Contents (6 teaching hours)

  1. Introduction to the 12 TOK Key Concepts
    • The Foundational Role of TOK Concepts in Understanding Knowledge
    • Overview of Evidence, Certainty, Truth, Interpretation, Power, Justification, Explanation, Objectivity, Perspective, Culture, Values, and Responsibility
  2. Evidence: The Foundation of Knowledge Claims
    • Definition and Importance of Evidence in Knowledge Validation
    • Evidence Across AOKs: Examples from Natural Sciences, History, and Arts
    • TOK Activities: Critical Analysis of Evidence Using Real-Life Scenarios
  3. Certainty: Assessing the Probability of Truth
    • Understanding Certainty in Knowledge Claims
    • Certainty Across AOKs: Absolute Proofs in Mathematics vs. Probabilistic Certainty in Human Sciences
    • The Spectrum of Certainty: TED Talk Insights

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