The Lanterna Blog
Below you will find in-depth reports, thought pieces on modern education, as well as hundreds of tips on how to excel at the IB.
Staying Focused During Your IB Studies: Techniques to Improve Concentration and Avoid Distractions
Written by: Stella Dry As I tutor I have noticed that in many cases it is not a student’s abilities that keeps them from reaching top IB grades. Instead, many students seem to struggle with their study habits. And I get it, staying focused is hard, but there are things you could do to make…
IB Math A&I Survival Guide: 4 Calculator Skills That you Need To Know
Written by Lea Leclercq One of the key advantages of Math A&I is the use of the calculator for all exams. Therefore, whether you are a high level or standard level student it is crucial to know how to use your calculator. This guide will go through 4 key functions, how to use it, and…
How to Tackle Tricky IB Math Exam Questions
Written by Lea Leclercq IB Math exams can feel overwhelming, especially when you open the exam and have no idea where to start. Don’t panic! Here’s a guide help you tackle those questions that seem impossible at first glance. Step 0: Take a Breath The first and arguably the most important step—pause and breathe! Staying…
Chill and Conquer: Your DP1 Guide to a Balanced Winter Break for Mock Exam Success
Written by Manmohini Tiwari “Tis the season to be jolly!” Indeed these words can sound like a distant dream for IBDP students in general, but especially if you are in DP1 — midway through this incredibly crazy journey. The holiday season offers a chance to recharge while preparing for upcoming mock exams. Striking the right…
How to Effectively Revise for your IB Exams during your holiday
Written by Lewis Mclellan Turning Breaks into Success: Why the Holiday Season Matters And so it begins. Renowned for not allowing breaks, for many, the IB will also squeeze its way into this holiday break. Indeed, many DP2 students around the world will be taking this holiday as their opportunity to kick off their revision…
How to Study For a Content Heavy Class
Written by Stelly Dry IB classes are notorious for being content heavy, especially when it comes to natural and social sciences. Trust us, we know the struggle! Looking at an almost endless syllabus can make anyone ready to give up. But if there is a will (and a good study method), there is a way.…
Starting The New School Year Brightly: Tips For DP1 And DP2 Students
Written by Lewis Mclellan And we’re back! Across the world, schools are up and running once again, offering opportunities for joyous reunions of friends and communities. Or not! That is, of course, the positive way of viewing things. Alternatively, and for students of the IB, the return of school heralds either a reappearance or a…
How to Deal With Feeling Unmotivated
How to Deal With Feeling Unmotivated Written by Stella Dry It is normal to feel unmotivated at times, it happens to all of us. However, in an academically rigorous program like the IB, a longer motivationless period can cause you to fall behind. Therefore, it is easy to enter panic mode when you dread opening…
4 IGCSE Science Tips To Help You Master Any Science Subject
Written by a guest author No one can say that taking an IGCSE Science isn’t challenging! Unlike Maths or English, the Sciences seem to have an endless number of things to take into account and understand if learners want to get the results they’re really hoping for (and need!). Often IGCSE Science students feel overwhelmed.…
4 Pro Stress Management Tips For IBDP Students
It’s no secret that the second year of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP2) is crazy. Every IB student knows the course workload, subject groups and the IB’s three core elements are stressful, which is why managing that stress as well as keeping an eye on your Study-Life-Balance is so important. Plus, if you make…
