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About IELTS

English, the global language, was originated in the English Isles and is extensively used as second and official language in many parts of the world. From its origin it has undergone lots of changes and presently two standard varieties are popular- Standard American English and Standard British English. Since the popularity of English speakers increased International standards of assessments have been keen in evaluating the participant through a wide range of tests according to one’s requirement. Among the tests IELTS (International English Language Testing System) made a breakthrough. Over 1.2 million candidates take the test each year to start into Global education and employment.

IELTS is owned by three groups- The University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate, the British Council and IDP Education Australia. The test has got two versions- Academic and General Training. It evaluates the four basic skills- LSRW (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing). It is rated on a band score of 9. Each band score is specified well as 9-expert user, 8-Very Good user, 7-Good user and so on. The validity of the certificate is for two years. Academic is for those candidates who looks for entry to undergraduate or postgraduate studies or for professional concerns. General Training candidates take the test for entry to vocational programmes for admission towards secondary schooling and immigration purposes. Test format is same for both versions except in Reading and Writing.

Divisions

Listening- 4 sections-40 Qs -30 min+10 min transfer time

Speaking-3 parts- 11-14 min

Reading-3 passages-40 Qs -60 min

Writing- 2 tasks -60 min

Proficiency in language can be attained through systematic planning and preparation. Certain strategies have to be followed for this process. So our KEY is LSRW. For the purpose of practicing IELTS you need to forget the fact that you have been a user of English Language. Now you are attending a certificate exam which has got high standards. LSRW=Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing. When you learn a language follow this order.

  • Listening-Primary receptive.
  • Reading-Secondary receptive.
  • Speaking-Primary production.
  • Writing-Secondary production.

English is not a native language for many. For many speakers it’s acquired-second language. So in the process of acquiring one might have missed the requirements. Listening is the primary receptive skill. So listen carefully to the style, accent and presentation in English by various native speakers. Naturally you will come across the language features. When you have understood the listening style, start imitating the style of other native speakers and produce your speech. Since you are based on listening, you will be good in your utterance. Thus Speaking and Listening are interrelated.