With the rapid growth in popularity computer-delivered IELTS testing, a lot of students have questions about what the difference is between this new format and the traditional paper-based test.
Is it harder? Are the questions the same? What are the advantages? Can I still do the paper-based test if I want?
Today we’ll answer all these questions and more, so let’s get started!
Read MoreThis week I continue our lesson on paraphrasing for the IELTS test and growing your vocabulary to success in IELTS. First, I’ll show you a few of my favourite strategies for paraphrasing, then at the bottom of the page you will find a few sentences to try paraphrasing for yourself.
Read MoreParaphrasing is one of the most important skills you will need for success on the IELTS test. Today we learn what paraphrasing is and when it it used in the IELTS reading, writing, listening, and speaking tests.
Read MoreVocabulary and word choice is a very important topic for any IELTS test taker. Today we’re going to answer a question that students often ask: “What kind of words should I use in the IELTS test?” Academic vocabulary isn’t always the right choice. You need to have flexible vocabulary to succeed on the IELTS test.
Read MoreThere are different types of essays that IELTS may ask you to write for Task 2, and one of these is the Advantage/Disadvantage essay. Today let’s take a closer look at how to answer this kind of question.
Read MoreIf you have spent as much time as I have reading these texts, you may begin to notice a pattern. In fact, I have noticed that IELTS reading texts usually fall into five types. Understanding that there are five common types of reading will help you skim and scan more effectively.
Read MoreIn this style of question, you are given a list of “headings” or “titles” and you must match each paragraph of a reading to the most appropriate heading from the list.
Read MoreThis week we’re looking at my Top 5 Tips for the IELTS Listening test. Let’s get started!
Read MoreIn the IELTS Writing test, there are plenty of rules and guidelines that must be followed in order to get a high score. One of these criteria that my students have often asked about is the overview.
What is an overview? Why is it necessary? How do I write a clear overview? Today we’ll take a closer look at these questions.
Read MoreToday we explore the “solution essay", one of the five IELTS essay types that can be assigned in section two of the writing test. We’ll look at the different types of solution essay, give some examples, and tips to help you improve your score.
Read MoreYou only have 1 minute to prepare for speaking section 2. Learn how to make the most of that limited time by taking effective notes for speaking.
Read MoreTask 1 of the IELTS Writing Test is one of the few pieces of the test that will be different for those taking the academic test and those taking the general test.
Read MoreToday’s topic is “True, False, or Not Given” questions. This style of question can be particularly challenging, so let’s dive into some practical tips for dealing with these questions so you can be more confident and prepared on your reading test.
Read MoreToday we’re taking a look at another of the 5 types of IELTS Writing Task 2 essays. A few weeks ago, we looked at solution essays, and this week we’re turning our eye to the Discuss Both Views essay style.
Read MoreToday we’ll look at a popular technique for the IELTS Speaking test called the “AREA” technique. This strategy is particularly useful for section 3 of the test, where you must have a discussion with the examiner on a higher-level topic.
Read MoreHave you ever done an IELTS Reading test? Did you have trouble finishing the test on time? Did the time limit stress you out? Then this blog post is for you!
Read MoreLet’s take a closer look at the 4 sections of the IELTS listening test and what you can expect to hear in each one.
Read MoreIELTS test takers have to use complex structures to succeed. What are complex sentences? How can I use complex sentences effectively? When should I use complex grammar in my IELTS writing? Today we answer these questions and give you examples to improve your IELTS writing score.
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