The Introduction to TOK unit provides an overview of the course, looks at the two assessment tasks, and considers the nature of knowledge and truth, introducing thinkers such as Plato, Socrates, Descartes, and Locke.
The 6 lessons are presented on a Padlet, together with a unit outline, assessment tracker, faculty email and presentation, and briefing paper. 2026-27 version now here!
Classic TOK 2026-27: free sample lessons
The Classic TOK lessons and support material enable you to deliver the course in a traditional way, directly via the core and optional themes, and the areas of knowledge, all conveniently presented on padlets.
The classroom-ready lessons have been fully updated for 2026-27, with a new design, activities, real-world examples, and lesson notes documents. Access is for faculty members of the site only.
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