The EE proposal serves as a crucial roadmap for your research, allowing you to outline your topic, research question, methodology, and timeline. It's designed to help you clarify your direction and get valuable feedback on your plans before you dive deep into the research, helping you avoid common pitfalls.

It's very common not to have a perfectly phrased research question at the proposal stage. The key is to focus on identifying the core issues and relationships you want to investigate. The exact phrasing can be refined later as your research progresses and you gather more sources and data. The proposal helps you establish a clear direction.

A strong EE research question is specific and manageable within the 4000-word limit. A good general structure is often "How does X affect Y?", ensuring you identify specific variables. Avoid overly broad or vague questions, as they can make it difficult to provide a focused and in-depth answer.

An EE timeline is a flexible tool to help manage your progress. A great strategy is to work backward from your final submission date, allocating more time for the research and data analysis stages. These phases often present the most challenges and require more problem-solving, so building in extra time is a smart move.

Yes, the research process for the EE shares many similarities with Internal Assessments (IAs), essays, and lab reports. You'll still conduct preliminary research, gather data, and analyse your findings. However, the EE demands a higher level of academic rigor, independence, and in-depth analysis at each stage.

Lanterna's expert tutors, many of whom scored 40+ in the IB or have examiner experience, provide personalised guidance on every aspect of your EE. We can help you brainstorm topics, refine your research question, develop a robust methodology, structure your proposal, and stay on track with your timeline, ensuring you meet the IB's high standards.

Absolutely. Crafting a strong, focused, and viable research question is critical for EE success. Our tutors specialise in helping students develop engaging research questions that align with their chosen subject and allow for in-depth analysis, setting you up for success from the very start of your EE journey.

The Lanterna IB consultation is a free, no-pressure 20-30 minute session with an IB Student Success Expert. For your EE, they can help you gain clarity on your current progress, identify potential challenges, and outline a personalised plan for tackling your proposal and the entire EE process. It's a chance to get expert advice and prioritise your next steps.

Yes, the Lanterna IB consultation is genuinely free, with absolutely no obligation to book tutoring. It's designed to provide immediate value by giving you clarity, a personalised plan, and expert insights from our Student Success Experts, helping you navigate the complexities of the IB with confidence.

Our Student Success Experts are highly experienced professionals with deep knowledge of the IB Diploma Programme. They've guided thousands of students and parents through their IB journey, offering strategic advice, helping to identify strengths and weaknesses, and connecting students with the right resources and tutors if further support is desired.

The consultation is for anyone involved in the IB journey – students, parents, or both together. Whether you're just starting your EE, struggling with your proposal, or simply want to understand the broader IB requirements, our Student Success Experts are there to provide clarity and a simple, actionable plan.