HOW do we teach theory of knowledge (TOK)?
The IB Learner will inquire into different ways of knowing – such as through sense perception or reasoning – and will examine these through different areas of knowledge, such as history, ethics, or human science, to name a few.
TOK is composed of questions, examined through open-ended dialogue. The most central question is 'How do we know?', while other questions examine evidence and allow the learner to judge the validity of sources. It encourages learners to be critical thinkers when reviewing different models and how specific theory can be applied.
Through discussions of these and other questions, our students gain greater awareness of their personal and ideological assumptions. They also develop an appreciation for the diversity and richness of cultural perspectives.