MYP assessment is criterion-related, meaning students are evaluated against published, subject-specific criteria with descriptors for achievement levels 0-8.

  • Four Criteria per Subject: Each subject group has four criteria (e.g., in Sciences: A) Knowing and Understanding, B) Inquiring and Designing, C) Processing and Evaluating, D) Reflecting on Impacts).

  • Level Descriptors: Each criterion has detailed level descriptors that specify what a student must demonstrate to achieve a certain level (1-8).

  • Final Grade: Criterion scores are added and converted to a 1-7 IB grade scale using grade boundaries.

  • eAssessment: For formal MYP certification, students complete on-screen exams and ePortfolios that are externally moderated by the IB.

Understanding these criteria is essential for students to know exactly what is required for success.

Confused by MYP assessment criteria? Our tutors deconstruct the level descriptors and teach students exactly how to meet them.