IELTS Speaking Part 1 Introduction

In this post, we will be looking in-depth at part 1 of the speaking test.  The IELTS Speaking Test lasts 11-14 minutes.  The test has three parts, where you are interviewed by a trained examiner. You are not allowed to use a dictionary during the...

Tenses

In this post, we will be looking in-depth at tenses. In the IELTS Speaking Test, the examiner will probably ask you questions that will require you to answer with the correct tense, while also giving additional information.  Listen for the tenses in the...

Fluency And Coherence

In this post, we will be looking in-depth at fluency and coherence.  While you are preparing for your IELTS Speaking Test it is important that you understand the marking criteria. Fluency and coherence count for 25% of your speaking score, therefore it is vital...

Top 5 TED Talks

In this post, we will take a look at my top 5 picks from TED Talks.  Listening to talks or lectures will really help you to develop your listening skills for the IELTS Listening Test. Listening to something that interests you can make studying more fun and can...

An Introduction To IELTS Listening

The IELTS Listening Test lasts 30 minutes, with an extra 10 minutes to transfer answers to the answer sheet. It is made up of four parts, with a total of 40 questions (10 per section). During the test, the texts become more difficult, with part one being the easiest...

Learn How To Speed Read

In this post, we will look at how you can learn to speed read and use those skimming and scanning skills.  When studying for the IELTS Reading Test, it is important that you take the time to learn how to increase your reading speed, if you are aiming for a band...