IB DP Resource & Assessment Hub

Resource Explorer

This interface demonstrates the optimal architecture for an IB DP resource platform. It combines a hierarchical classification system with direct access to mark schemes. Select filters below to narrow down the past paper database by specific topics (e.g., Calculus, Algebra) and difficulty levels, allowing for targeted revision sessions.

Classification Methodology

To effectively organize a Question Bank for IB DP, a robust taxonomy is required. This section outlines the logic used to classify the resources in this web application.

1. The Taxonomy Tree

Every question is tagged with a three-level hierarchy to ensure precise retrieval:

Domain (Subject): e.g., Mathematics AA HL
Topic (Unit): e.g., Calculus, Statistics
Sub-topic (Skill): e.g., Chain Rule, Normal Distribution

Data Structure Example

{
  "id": "Q-2023-P1-05",
  "meta": {
    "year": 2023,
    "session": "May",
    "paper": "Paper 1"
  },
  "classification": {
    "topic": "Calculus",
    "sub_topic": "Integration by Parts",
    "difficulty": "Hard"
  },
  "assets": {
    "question_text": "...",
    "markscheme_ref": "MS-2023-P1-05"
  }
}

2. Difficulty Assessment Logic

Questions are not just classified by content, but by cognitive demand. This platform uses the following rubric:

Level 1: Routine

Direct application of formulas. Single-step problems. (Band 1-3)

Level 2: Complex

Multi-step problems requiring connection of two concepts. (Band 4-5)

Level 3: Abstract

Unfamiliar contexts, requires proof or synthesis of disparate topics. (Band 6-7)

Resource Explorer

Filters

Question Database

Active Assessment

Question Title

Classification Methodology

1. The Taxonomy Tree

Data Structure Example

2. Difficulty Assessment Logic

Database Analytics

Topic Weighting (Frequency)

Difficulty Composition