How great would it feel if you could listen to an expert describe step-by-step how to score high when describing a table of figures? I know, silly question. It would feel great. Now what if you could download that lesson right now… for free? And see the final Band 9 model answer? [...]
In this episode Julia, (a CELTA and DELTA qualified tutor,) shares what to DO for Academic Task 1, including: A strategy for describing graphs (line, pie charts etc) A component you must have (without this you won’t get more than Band 5!) How to make relevant comparisons and contrasts. Tips for flow diagrams / [...]The post 035 Dos and Don’ts for Academic Task 1 appeared first on IELTS podcast.
Do you think skimming and scanning are the only skills to get you through the Reading? Is reading every hour of every day going to help you pass the IELTS reading section? Those certainly help, but the Band 9 students and quality teachers know a Band 9 comes from essential exam skills. You [...]The post 034 A Band Jumping Strategy for IELTS Reading. appeared first on IELTS podcast.
In this tutorial we look at an official IELTS Reading test, and go through how to answer every question. Including: How to skim and paraphrase. The importance of time, planning and pacing. The best preparation strategy How to match paragraphs and headings effectively. How to do True / False / Not given. How to fill [...]The post 033 IELTS Reading Exam – Guidance and Advice appeared first on IELTS podcast.
In this Podcast you will learn: 1) The different types of letter asked for. 2) How to answer and structure the question perfectly. 3) How to write in a formal / informal style. 4) PLENTY OF TIPS! 5) An exercise to do at home, (free correction from me). Here is the question with a [...]The post 032 How to Write a High Scoring Letter for Task 1 appeared first on IELTS podcast.
6 Powerful reasons to download the podcast: 1. You will learn how to understand native speakers. 2. Discover the biggest difference between IELTS and other English exams… 3. Why a monkey-mind will loose you points! 4. How to write and listen at the SAME TIME (vital skill!) 5. [...]The post 031 A little trick Examiners do in the IELTS Listening Exam appeared first on IELTS podcast.