Diploma Science: Biology

Unit 3: Genetics
TOK Connection

Name:______________________________________________ Grade: _____________ Date: _____________________

THEORY OF KNOWLEDGE CONNECTION: THERE IS A CORRELATION BETWEEN THE

PREVALENCE OF SICKLE CELL ANEMIA AND MALARIA. HOW CAN WE DETERMINE IF
THERE IS A CAUSAL LINK?
Write a 700-word essay for a total of 20 marks which will be awarded based on the following criteria:
STANDARD POINTS COMMENTS
AWARDED
Structure: The student writes a 700 words essay, with
an introduction, well organized paragraphs with
arguments and a conclusion. (5 points)
Focus on topic: The student writes and essay where
he/she answers “There is a correlation between the
prevalence of sickle cell anemia and malaria. How can
we determine if there is a causal link?” his/her essay (3
points)
Support for topic: The student writes a series of well-
developed arguments to support his/her position (5
points)
Conclusion: The student writes a strong conclusion
where he/she establishes a clear point to the reader (5
points)
Grammar and spelling: The student make no errors in
grammar or spelling that distract the reader from the
content (2 points)
TOTAL POINTS (20)