Creative project
According to the Estonian national and school curriculum, all Grade 8 students complete a compulsory creative project. In preparation, Grade 7 students carry out a similar project with the same requirements and evaluation criteria. In Grade 9, the project is optional.
The creative project is a transdisciplinary task that encourages independent learning, integration of different subjects, and the use of ICT tools. Students can choose a teacher-suggested topic or propose their own idea. Projects may be done individually or in groups, and each student selects a supervising teacher.
Examples of past topics include:
- Optical Illusions and Your Brain
- Waste Management at Tartu International School
- Christmas Traditions in Different Countries
Projects can be either inquiry-based (a written research paper) or practical (e.g. a film, app, event, or exhibition), supported by a written reflection. All work must follow academic writing standards. The TIS Creative Project Guide can be found here.
Evaluation is based on:
- Student self-assessment
- Supervisor’s grade
- Committee’s grade
The final grade appears on the Year 9 report card and certificate.
Timeline:
- By early November – topic selection and timeline agreed with supervisor
- January – Creative Project Day a full day to focus on the the project together with the supervisor
- Nov–April – project work
- Early May – submission and presentation at the Creative Project Defence
