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IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is designed to assess the language proficiency of non-native English speakers who are attempting to learn English or work in English. This is a crucial step for those who want to travel to a foreign country.
Academic -This type is for those who need to obtain higher training or expert registration.
General -This one is for those who need a greater level of English, i.e. for migration or to observe secondary education in English-speaking environments.
Test structure – Listening(30 minutes)
Listen to up to four recordings of the native English audio system, and then answer a series of questions.
Recording 1– A conversation between two people in a social setting.
Recording 2 A monologue that is set in a daily social context. A speech about local facilities.
Recording 3 A conversation between up to four people in an educational or academic context. A college tutor and a student discussing an assignment.
Recording 4 A monologue about a tutorial topic, e.g. a college lecture.
IELTS Listening – How its marked
A Listening Take a glance at is marked with the help of certified markers which are generally watched to verify their accuracy. After being scored and analyzed by Cambridge Assessment English
- Duration: 30 minutes + 10 minutes for transferring answers to the answer sheet
- Format: 4 sections, 40 questions total
- Section 1: A conversation between two people in an everyday social context.
- Section 2: A monologue set in an everyday social context (e.g., a speech about local facilities).
- Section 3: A conversation between up to four people in an educational or training context.
- Section 4: A monologue on an academic subject (e.g., a university lecture).
The Reading examine is scored with the help of certified markers who are typically watched to verify their that they are reliable. After being marked, are examined using Cambridge Assessment English.
Reading Section
3. Writing Section
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Format:
- Academic IELTS: 3 long texts from books, journals, magazines, and newspapers. Texts are descriptive, analytical, or factual.
- General Training IELTS: 5 shorter passages, including texts from notices, advertisements, newspapers, instruction manuals, etc.
- Questions: 40 questions (matching headings, true/false/not given, multiple choice, etc.)
Key Skills:
- Skimming and scanning for information.
- Understanding argument structure.
- Identifying the writer’s purpose and attitude.
4. Writing Section
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Format:
- Task 1 (150 words, 20 minutes):
- Academic: Interpret data from charts, tables, graphs, or maps.
- General: Write a letter (informal, formal, or semi-formal) based on a situation.
- Task 2 (250 words, 40 minutes):
- Essay writing. Respond to an argument, problem, or point of view.
- Task 1 (150 words, 20 minutes):
Key Skills:
- Presenting information coherently.
- Structuring essays and letters logically.
- Using a wide range of vocabulary and grammar accurately.
5. Speaking Section
- Duration: 11-14 minutes
- Format: A face-to-face interview divided into three parts:
- Part 1: Introduction and interview (4-5 minutes) – personal questions about familiar topics like hobbies, family, etc.
- Part 2: Long turn (3-4 minutes) – the candidate talks for 1-2 minutes about a given topic after 1-minute preparation.
- Part 3: Discussion (4-5 minutes) – the examiner asks follow-up questions related to the topic from Part 2.
Key Skills:
- Fluency and coherence.
- Use of a wide range of vocabulary and grammatical structures.
- Pronunciation and clarity of speech.
6. Tips for Each Section
Listening:
- Encourage students to practice listening to different accents (British, Australian, American).
- Teach prediction techniques to anticipate answers.
Reading:
- Emphasize time management; teach students how to quickly locate answers in the text.
- Practice different types of questions like “matching headings” and “true/false/not given.”
Writing:
- Focus on structure (introduction, body paragraphs, conclusion) and linking ideas.
- Provide model answers for both Task 1 and Task 2, and practice paraphrasing.
Speaking:
- Organize mock speaking interviews to build confidence.
- Focus on natural conversation flow, not just memorization of answers.
Coaching
- IELTS
- PTE
- Spoken English