31 03, 2022

Importance of multitasking in IELTS listening test!

Preptical2023-04-15T16:11:28+04:30

Importance of multitasking in IELTS listening test! IELTS listening is the only section that requires you to listen, read and write simultaneously. This makes it challenging for some test takers. Added to the challenge are the native speakers with different accents and fast speaking. But there is always a solution! Multitasking for IELTS listening is a must-have skill that can save you not only in the exam but in life too. If utilized effectively, multitasking enables you to listen to a recording, read the questions, and write your answers simultaneously. The good news is that [...]

Importance of multitasking in IELTS listening test!Preptical2023-04-15T16:11:28+04:30

20 12, 2021

Should I tell the Truth in the IELTS Speaking test?

Regina Graff2021-12-20T15:33:25+03:30

Should I tell the Truth in the IELTS Speaking test? Telling the truth in the IELTS speaking test is a challenging concept for most test-takers. Mainly because they are afraid of losing marks if they lie! Of course, this could have been true if IELTS was a lie-detecting test, but it is not! So, lying by itself doesn't cost you marks but to fully understand the concept, you need to know how IELTS speaking is marked in the first place. This article will examine if you should tell the truth in IELTS speaking by reviewing marking criteria. [...]

Should I tell the Truth in the IELTS Speaking test?Regina Graff2021-12-20T15:33:25+03:30

26 10, 2021

Does IELTS Writing Task 2 scare you just like Halloween! Try these 7 tips!

Regina Graff2021-12-12T20:30:38+03:30

Does IELTS Writing Task 2 scare you just like Halloween! Try these 7 tips! Writing task 2 is the most Halloween-ish part of the IELTS exam. It is where your worst fears come true!!! So how do you overcome those fears? I will give you 7 expert tips that, just like Halloween candies, will fire up your courage and illuminate your mind. But before that, let’s take a closer look at the IELTS Writing task 2. In case you are wondering, “Task achievement” refers to the relevance of your response to the question, while “coherence [...]

Does IELTS Writing Task 2 scare you just like Halloween! Try these 7 tips!Regina Graff2021-12-12T20:30:38+03:30

27 08, 2021

7 Good Reasons You Should Take an IELTS Mock Test

Daniel Hughes2021-12-12T20:32:29+03:30

7 Good Reasons You Should Take an IELTS Mock Test IELTS mock test is an exact replica of the actual IELTS exam where timing, difficulty, format and marking are the same. Even examiners are the same certified people who mark the actual IELTS exams worldwide. In a nutshell, IELTS mock test is a simulation experience that prepares you for the real exam. If you haven’t taken any mock tests so far or have your doubts about it, in this article, I will give you seven good reasons why you should definitely take an IELTS mock test. [...]

7 Good Reasons You Should Take an IELTS Mock TestDaniel Hughes2021-12-12T20:32:29+03:30

26 07, 2021

How to use TED Talks to boost your IELTS score?

Allan Mcclure2021-12-12T20:35:25+03:30

How to use TED Talks to boost your IELTS score? TED stands for Technology, Entertainment and Design. It is the name of a non-profit organization that has been running conferences since 1984 with the mission of sharing “ideas worth spreading” to change the world. Inspired thinkers from around the globe share their innovative ideas in less than 18 minutes talks. Leading entrepreneurs such as Elon Musk, Larry Page and Sergey Brin, along with scientists such as Sir Ken Robinson and many politicians and even monks, are amongst the speakers. TED topics are inclusive, from science to art [...]

How to use TED Talks to boost your IELTS score?Allan Mcclure2021-12-12T20:35:25+03:30

21 06, 2021

Do Discourse Markers get you a higher score in IELTS Speaking?

Regina Graff2021-12-12T20:36:21+03:30

Do Discourse Markers get you a higher score in IELTS Speaking? IELTS speaking is unique in many ways. For one thing, it is taken separately from the other sections. Another, it induces the most anxiety because you need to sit face to face with an examiner and engage in a conversation to prove your English-speaking skill. Every word you say matters, and the context of your response should be easily understood. You must be clear in what you are trying to say and be articulate in your intention. That is where discourse markers can help you! This [...]

Do Discourse Markers get you a higher score in IELTS Speaking?Regina Graff2021-12-12T20:36:21+03:30

11 06, 2021

5 Keys to Success in IELTS Listening that Result in the Perfect Score!

Daniel Hughes2021-12-13T02:15:43+03:30

5 Keys to Success in IELTS Listening that Result in the Perfect Score! So you have been dreaming about getting a high band score in your upcoming IELTS exam, but the listening section is stressing you out. Don’t worry; you are not alone! IELTS listening is challenging for everyone. After all, English is not your first language. But it doesn’t mean you can’t master it! This article will reveal 5 keys to success in IELTS listening that if you hold, a perfect score is guaranteed. 1. Know the test format IELTS test format is the [...]

5 Keys to Success in IELTS Listening that Result in the Perfect Score!Daniel Hughes2021-12-13T02:15:43+03:30

1 03, 2021

How to expand your vocabulary for a higher band score

Allan Mcclure2021-12-13T02:20:57+03:30

How to Expand Your Vocabulary for a Higher Band Score It is essential to have flexible use of a wide range of vocabulary for IELTS as it comprises 25% of your total score on the Writing and Speaking tests. The examiners assess your ability to use a wide range of appropriate vocabulary and use those words accurately. For example, when your IELTS Writing task is being graded, the examiner will look at four main criteria: “task response, coherence and cohesion, lexical resource, and grammatical range and accuracy”. If you look closely at “lexical resource” criteria, you’ll see [...]

How to expand your vocabulary for a higher band scoreAllan Mcclure2021-12-13T02:20:57+03:30

11 11, 2020

Time Management Strategies for the IELTS Exam

Allan Mcclure2021-12-13T02:23:48+03:30

Time Management Strategies for the IELTS exam As IELTS examiners, one of the hottest feedbacks that we get from IELTS candidates is about the lack of time in the IELTS test. In the Listening test, there is not much time to read the questions before the recording begins and also to review the answers after each part. In the Reading test, the articles are lengthy and complicated, and it seems impossible to complete all the questions in an hour, and finally, in the Writing test, managing time so both essays can be completed and reviewed in the [...]

Time Management Strategies for the IELTS ExamAllan Mcclure2021-12-13T02:23:48+03:30

24 10, 2020

Three Tips for Scoring Higher in IELTS Listening

Daniel Hughes2021-12-13T02:24:10+03:30

Three Tips for Scoring Higher in IELTS Listening Most IELTS candidates find the Listening test more challenging than the Reading test. That’s probably because in the reading test, you have the texts right in front of you and you can refer to them as many times as you want. However, in the IELTS listening test, you will hear the recording only once, and if you miss an answer, it’s gone forever. So you should come up with some strategies in advance to help you reach your full potential in this test. Here are four essential tips you [...]

Three Tips for Scoring Higher in IELTS ListeningDaniel Hughes2021-12-13T02:24:10+03:30