The guide emphasizes that multitasking is impossible. To minimize distractions, ensure any background music is instrumental, turn off notifications, and avoid activities like WhatsApp or watching TV. Create a dedicated, quiet study environment to maximize focus and retention.

Yes, according to research cited in the guide, varying your study environment (e.g., bedroom, library, coffee shop) can enrich information processing and slow down forgetting. This "context variation" helps your brain form stronger, more diverse associations with the material, leading to better recall.

The guide highlights practice-testing as significantly more effective than other methods. Regularly testing yourself with past IB papers, even just a few questions daily, is the most efficient way to learn and retain information for your IB exams.

Lack of sleep severely impairs cognitive ability. The guide warns that getting only 6 hours of sleep for two weeks can result in the same mental capacity as being awake for 48 hours. All-nighters are counterproductive, as impaired judgment means you won't even realize how much your abilities are affected.

The guide strongly advises against cramming. Spacing out your study sessions with breaks in between is the best way to remember new material. Methods like the Pomodoro Technique, which involves focused work intervals followed by short breaks, are far more effective for long-term retention and reducing stress.

Lanterna's expert tutors and Student Success Experts can help you implement effective study strategies like those mentioned in the guide. We can work with you to create a personalized study plan, refine your time management, and ensure you're using the most efficient learning techniques for your specific IB subjects, helping you achieve your best grades.

The Lanterna IB consultation is a free, no-pressure 20-30 minute session with an IB Student Success Expert. It's designed to give you clarity on your current situation, identify areas for improvement in your study habits, and provide a simple, personalized plan for what to focus on next, backed by our team's extensive experience.

Yes, the consultation is completely free, and there is absolutely no obligation to book tutoring afterwards. Our goal is to provide valuable insights and a clear plan to help you succeed in the IB, regardless of whether you choose to continue with our services. It's about empowering you with knowledge and a strategy.

Our Student Success Experts are highly experienced professionals with deep knowledge of the IB Diploma Programme. They have supported thousands of IB students and parents, offering guidance on everything from subject choices and study strategies to exam preparation and university applications. They understand the IB journey inside out.

Absolutely. Our 600+ IB tutors, many of whom scored 40+ in the IB themselves or have extensive teaching and examiner experience, can show you how to apply effective study techniques like practice-testing and spaced repetition to your specific HL and SL subjects, ensuring you maximize your learning efficiency and achieve top marks.

After your free 20-30 minute consultation, you'll walk away with a clear, personalized plan outlining your priorities and next steps for IB success. You'll have a better understanding of how to optimize your study habits and what to focus on. There's no obligation to continue, but if you wish, our Student Success Expert can discuss how Lanterna's tutoring could further support your goals.