It makes sense to want to work on what you’re good at over what challenges you. Dr. Adrian Raper suggests three ways you can work on your weak test areas and better prepare for your IELTS test.
IELTS Writing: Failing to plan is planning to fail!
In this post, Kishore Roy discusses the importance of planning ahead in the IELTS Writing test and practise planning with a new exercise.
IELTS Reading: Time management is the key
In this post, you will learn how best to manage your time in all three sections of the IELTS Reading test.
IELTS Listening: Beware the distractor!
In this post, Bryan Dowie gives examples of distractors you might find in the IELTS Listening test – and how you can spot them.
IELTS Speaking: Opinionated discourse markers
Eyad Darras explains what discourse markers are, how to use them, and how they can improve your IELTS band score.
IELTS Preparation: Stress management
Research by Dr Sian Beilock shows stress management is key to improve IELTS band scores. Sieon Lau suggests three ways to achieve this.
IELTS Writing Task 2: Everything you need to know
This post outlines everything you need to know about IELTS Writing Task 2 — from the basics, to a sample essay.
IELTS Reading: Retaking the test
In this post, Sieon Lau talks through the process of retaking the IELTS test and three useful suggestions on how to prepare for your re-sit.
IELTS Listening: Nine frequently asked questions
We answer nine most frequently asked questions about the IELTS Listening test.
IELTS Speaking: Improve your vocab with entertainment
Eyad Darras suggests two resources, with accompanying exercises, that can help improve your vocabulary for your IELTS test and general English.