"DUE TO THE COVID-19 outbreak, end-of-year International Baccalaureate assessments have been canceled. But IB students can still expect to receive final grades. This year, in what the institution has called “a truly unprecedented situation,” the IB will rely on an algorithm to partially determine students’ final scores.
However, if students disagree with their results, there is something they can do about it – they can take the corresponding IB subject exam in November 2020. How can you figure out the best course of action for your situation, though? Before deciding, follow these three steps to determine whether retesting may be right for you.
Verify that a November exam is available for your course.
Weigh the likely impact of a score increase on admissions or scholarship prospects.
Truthfully consider whether the test format will better speak to your academic potential." …