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.
Daniel Bjärne
As the school year just started and some people are stressed about their upcoming journey in the IB Diploma Programme, we wanted to take the time to discuss perhaps one of the most infamous subjects for its difficulty … physics. It gets some bad rep and many people think that they’re just not “meant” for…
Hazel Nicholson
Although ESS is only available at the standard level, it can often be tricky to get your head around (especially as higher-level subjects start to demand more and more of your time). That being said, once you get the hang of it, ESS can become a really fun subject that helps you understand the world…
Hazel Nicholson
Every group of subjects in the IB has its own set of challenges, and no one strategy will fit every class. So this week, let’s talk about the essentials for studying good ol’ Biology during the IB! 1. Draw diagrams One of the benefits of studying biology is that most topics we learn are…
Hazel Nicholson
The TOK Essay can be a daunting task, and many of us struggle to even begin it in fear of doing something wrong. Not only are you expected to learn the philosophy of all the areas of knowledge, but now you have to write an essay about it too!? As difficult as this may seem,…
Hazel Nicholson
As the school year just started and some people are stressed about their upcoming journey in the IB Diploma Programme, we wanted to take the time to discuss perhaps one of the most infamous subjects for its difficulty … physics. It gets some bad rep and many people think that they’re just not “meant” for…
Hazel Nicholson
Each subject in the IB has its own unique set of requirements and challenges. As a result, how you study will be different for each subject. Here we will take you through the essentials for studying Chemistry in the IB. The Syllabus The syllabus is an absolutely essential part of studying for any…
Hazel Nicholson
Welcome to our new website! We’re so excited to share what we’ve been working on. It’s full of brand new features designed to make accessing the support you need as easy as possible. We’re focused on providing you with personalised, flexible, and effective support – our new website is one way we’re doing that. Read…
Hazel Nicholson
If you’re struggling with getting started studying again at the beginning of a new school year, you’re not alone! Getting back into the routine of studying can be challenging after weeks of free time. Here we’ll take you through our top three tips for getting started studying again. If you’re struggling with motivation, check out…
Hazel Nicholson
At the beginning of the school year, it can feel extra challenging to get motivated. You’ve likely spent weeks relaxing and thinking about anything other than school! Transitioning back into the mindset of full days at school can be overwhelming. In this blog post we’ll go through our top 3 tips for getting motivated again!…
Hazel Nicholson
The past year and a half has been challenging for everyone, but here at Lanterna we see the impact on students daily. Our tutors see first-hand how students around the world are struggling with coping with the impacts of COVID-19. To get a better understanding of exactly what you’re finding tough and how we can…