IB Language B & Ab Initio Exams
Excel in IB Spanish, French, German, Mandarin, Italian, and Japanese. Master the individual oral assessment with AI-powered practice.
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Holistic Education
Develops critical thinking beyond language skills
University Preparation
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Multilingual Skills
Study multiple languages at advanced levels
Choose Your IB Language Level
Ab Initio
For beginners with little to no prior experience
Oral Assessment:
Components:
- •Presentation (1-2 min)
- •Follow-up discussion (2-3 min)
- •General conversation (3-5 min)
Standard Level (SL)
For students with 2-5 years of language study
Oral Assessment:
Components:
- •Presentation (3-4 min)
- •Follow-up discussion (4-5 min)
- •General conversation (5-6 min)
Higher Level (HL)
For advanced students aiming for fluency
Oral Assessment:
Components:
- •Presentation (3-4 min)
- •Follow-up discussion (4-5 min)
- •General conversation (5-6 min)
Available IB Languages
Practice for your specific language and level
SpanishMost popular
Widely spoken language with global opportunities
FrenchPopular
International language of diplomacy and culture
German
Key language for business and academia in Europe
ChineseGrowing
Essential language for global business and culture
Japanese
Gateway to Japanese culture and technology
Available Levels:
Oral Weight: 25%
Individual oral assessment with visual stimulus
IB Language Themes
Five core themes explored across all languages
Identities
Experiences
Human ingenuity
Social organization
Sharing the planet
Master the IB Individual Oral
Oral Assessment Structure
1. Visual Stimulus
Receive a photo related to one of the five themes
2. Preparation Time
15-20 minutes to prepare your presentation
3. Presentation
Present your ideas based on the visual stimulus
4. Discussion
Engage in follow-up and general conversation
Assessment Criteria
A: Language
Command of spoken language including vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and intonation
B: Message
Clarity of presentation, development of ideas, and relevance to the visual stimulus
C: Interactive skills
Ability to understand and respond to questions, engage in spontaneous discussion
D: Cultural interaction
Understanding and discussion of cultural perspectives and global engagement
Our IB Oral Practice Approach
Theme-Based Scenarios
Practice with visuals from all five IB themes
Timed Practice
Simulate real exam timing and pressure
Criteria Feedback
Get scores based on IB assessment criteria
IB Language Success Tips
Connect to Themes
Always link your oral presentation to the broader IB themes and global issues
Use Complex Language
Demonstrate range with varied vocabulary, structures, and idiomatic expressions
Show Cultural Understanding
Reference cultural perspectives and make comparisons between cultures
Practice Spontaneity
Develop ability to respond naturally to unexpected questions
Structure Your Ideas
Use clear introductions, transitions, and conclusions in presentations
Engage Actively
Show enthusiasm and maintain eye contact during the oral assessment