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Meet Anna Meet Anna, a student from Venezuela who faced a big challenge. She needed to pass the IELTS exam to study at a university in the UK. Anna knew this was her chance to make her dreams come true, but she was worried. The exam was expensive, and she couldn’t afford to fail. Anna’s […] The post Band 7 in the Writing First Time! Anna Goes to the UK appeared first on IELTS Podcast.

Welcome to this insightful exploration into the third and most challenging part of the IELTS Speaking test. Hosted by Ben Worthington, founder of IELTSPodcast.com, this tutorial aims to equip you with strategies to excel in expressing and supporting opinions, and discussing advantages and disadvantages. Understanding Part 3 of the IELTS Speaking Test In Part 3 […] The post Part Three Tips Giving and Supporting Opinions, Talking about Advantages and Disadvantages appeared first on IELTS Podcast.

Meet Maria from Manila, Philippines. She needed to take the IELTS exam to study in Melbourne, Australia. Like many students, Maria faced challenges with the exam, especially in writing and speaking. She felt nervous and unsure about how to improve. Maria’s Struggles Her mind went blank when writing essays She struggled with speaking about unfamiliar […] The post Maria Gets Band 7 and Goes to Australia appeared first on IELTS Podcast.

The IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 requires candidates to summarise and compare information presented in various forms such as graphs, charts, or maps. This segment of the test is fundamental as it tests your ability to distil and interpret data in a clear and concise manner. Understanding Task 1 For Task 1, candidates are advised […] The post Academic Writing Task One – Marking and Assessment appeared first on IELTS Podcast.

Ola’s IELTS Journey: From Nigeria to the NHS Hello IELTS students! We have an exciting story to share with you today. It’s about Ola, a brilliant student from Lagos, Nigeria, who achieved her dream of working as a nurse in the UK. Let’s see how she did it! Meet Ola Ola needed to take the […] The post Ola Scores 8 in the Speaking Using Online Tools appeared first on IELTS Podcast.

Hello, IELTS students! Welcome to another insightful episode of the IELTS Podcast. Today, we delve into the intricacies of the IELTS Speaking Band Descriptors, a crucial aspect for anyone preparing for the speaking test. These descriptors are vital in understanding how your speaking abilities are evaluated and what is required to achieve a high score. […] The post IELTS Speaking: Band Descriptors Explained appeared first on IELTS Podcast.

Struggling with generating ideas for IELTS Writing Task 2 can be daunting for many candidates. This essential component of the IELTS exam, which tests your ability to express complex thoughts and arguments in English, often determines your score and ultimately, your future opportunities. The challenge lies not only in writing well but also in ideation […] The post Get Ideas for IELTS Task 2 appeared first on IELTS Podcast.

Hello IELTS students! We’ve got an incredible story to share with you today. It’s about Martha, a brave young woman from Ukraine who faced many challenges but still achieved her dreams. Let’s see how she did it! Martha’s story Martha had to leave Ukraine because of the war. She was studying at university, but all […] The post Marta Jumps to Band 7.5 – using an IELTS Speaking Test Simulator?!? appeared first on IELTS Podcast.

  In this episode, we speak with Alex our recent IELTS success student who scored Band 7.5 in 10 days!  WOW!  You will love this story!!  Alex emails me the other day:  Hi Team, …the premium essay checker helped immensely in prep for this. I only had less than 10 days to study for my […] The post Band 7.5 in 10 days! Student shares her “machine gun” approach to essay writing appeared first on IELTS Podcast.

Advanced IELTS Speaking Techniques: Inversion If you’re aiming to enhance your IELTS score, understanding the technique of inversion is crucial. This technique, which involves flipping the conventional order of words in a sentence, can significantly impact your speaking and writing responses by adding emphasis and sophistication. Firstly, you need to grasp the basics of inversion. […] The post Advanced IELTS Speaking Techniques: Inversion appeared first on IELTS Podcast.

Mastering the IELTS Academic Writing Task can be a daunting challenge, but with the right approach and preparation, you can significantly enhance your performance. Here’s a 9-point checklist to guide you through the essentials you need to focus on to excel in this task. Understand the Question First and foremost, you need to thoroughly understand […] The post IELTS Academic Writing – 9 Point Checklist appeared first on IELTS Podcast.

Mastering Lexical Resource for a Band 7 in IELTS Speaking In the latest episode of the IELTS Podcast, host Ben Worthington delves into strategies for achieving a Band 7 or higher in the IELTS Speaking section by enhancing lexical resource. This essential component of language proficiency centres on the use of a broad range of […] The post IELTS Speaking Band 7 – Lexical Resource appeared first on IELTS Podcast.

In the quest to achieve higher scores in the IELTS Speaking test, understanding and utilizing advanced speaking techniques can make a significant difference. In this insightful tutorial led by Ben Worthington, an expert in IELTS preparation, the focus is on how to effectively use emphatic structures to enhance your spoken English. Understanding Emphatic Structures Emphatic […] The post Advanced IELTS Speaking Techniques Emphatic Structure appeared first on IELTS Podcast.

In this lesson, you’ll learn ● The assessment criteria of the IELTS writing test ● How to use them in your practice sessions This will help you in your IELTS because ● In understanding the criteria used in the exam you can prepare more effectively ● You can work smarter rather than harder Navigating the […] The post IELTS Writing Test Criteria Explained appeared first on IELTS Podcast.

This tutorial will dissect an IELTS essay poised at the 6.5 to 7 band score. We will explore the nuances that differentiate a 6.5 from a 7, analysing each sentence to identify strengths and weaknesses in the usage of grammatical structures and vocabulary. Understanding the Task 2 Question The essay question debates whether employees should […] The post IELTS Band 6.5 – 7 – Examiner Essay Commentary appeared first on IELTS Podcast.

Introduction Welcome to another IELTS tutorial. In this session, we will explore advanced grammatical structures, focusing on the past tense and past perfect continuous. Mastering these tenses is crucial for telling compelling stories in your IELTS Speaking exam, helping you to showcase a range of grammatical structures and boost your score. Importance of Context in […] The post IELTS Speaking: Part 2 – Past and Past Perfect appeared first on IELTS Podcast.

By Ben Worthington, founder and manager of IELTSPodcast.com. An expert IELTS tutor with over 12 years of experience, Ben has helped thousands of students each year achieve Band 7 or higher on their IELTS exams. How Can Understanding Nouns and Verbs Improve Your Academic Task 1 Writing? Many words in Academic Task 1 can function […] The post Five Key Skills for IELTS Academic Task 1 appeared first on IELTS Podcast.

  Cost of Studying and Living in the UK Hello there IELTS students, my name is Ben Worthington. For over 12 years, I’ve specialized in preparing students for the IELTS, helping them achieve Band 7 or higher. Today, we delve into the costs associated with studying and living in the United Kingdom. Joining me is […] The post Cost of Studying and Living in the UK appeared first on IELTS Podcast.

By Ben Worthington, founder and manager of IELTSPodcast.com. With over 12 years as an expert IELTS tutor, Ben has helped thousands of students annually achieve a Band 7 or higher on their IELTS exams. What Are the Essential Dos and Don’ts for Crafting a Stellar Task 1 Response? Join us in our latest podcast episode […] The post IELTS Academic Task 1: Dos and Don’ts Unveiled – 2024 appeared first on IELTS Podcast.

  5 Essential Tips for Students Looking to Study Abroad By Ben Worthington, founder of ieltspodcast.com Ben has over 20 years of experience teaching English and helping students achieve Band 7 or higher in IELTS. He has pioneered AI tools for essay checking to further aid students on their journey to success. Introduction and Background […] The post What are Our 5 Tips for Students Looking at Studying Abroad appeared first on IELTS Podcast.