IELTS is an English language test for higher education and global migration. The test consists of four parts - Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. It takes 2 hours and 45 minutes to complete all sections except Speaking. The Speaking section is usually done on a different day from the other parts. IELTS is recognized by universities in countries like Australia, the UK, Canada and others. It is administered by the British Council, IDP Education, and Cambridge Assessment English. Test takers receive a band score from 1 to 9 for each section, with an overall band score ranging from non-user to expert user of English. Proper preparation is important to achieve the required score for university admission or migration

1. Tahera Begum Chowdhury
BSS(Economics) MSS (candidate).SUST

2. ***What IS IELTS?
1.Test Format and Band Scores
2. Listening
3.Academic Reading
4.Academic Writing
5.Speaking
6.How to Apply
7.Visit WWW for Help
8. Reference books

3. What is IELTS???
IELTS is the International English Language Testing System
WHY IELTS?
1. Higher studies
2. Naturalization and Immigration
WHO can take IELTS?
1. One with age 16 years and above
2. One with valid passport
Duration of IELTS exam ?
Total test time 2 hours and 45 minutes excluding brakes

4. Countries which recognize IELTS
1. AUSTRALIA
2. NEW ZEALAND
3.UNITED KINGDOM
4. CANADA
5.Various other commonwealth countries
6.USA

5. Who administrate IELTS ?
University of Cambridge.
Local Examination Syndicate.
1. British Council
2. IDP- Australia
Validity:- 2 Years.
Exam Fees:- ABOVE 10000 INR, BDT 1700
Test Type
General Training -- For Immigration
.Academic—For higher studies and professional .

6. Test Format & Band Scores
Candidates are tested in Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking

7. Listening, Reading and Writing must be completed in one day without break
Speaking can be completed within 7 days before or after the main test day

8. Band Scores

9. Listening
1. The listening material is recorded on a cassette tape which you will hear only
ONEC!!
2. A range of English accent are used
3.At the end, Candidates will be given 10 minutesto copy the answers onto the answer
sheet
4.Spelling is important –can use both British and American spelling
Answer sheet has two sidesOne for Listening testOne for Reading test
30Minutes 04 Sections 40 Items

11. Before Listening:
1.Read the questions
2. Look at all the questions in each section
3.Read the instructions carefully
4. Known the form of your answer
5.Decide what listening for
6. Predict the answer
7.Time available (20-30s 15s30s)

12. American -----------------British
Behavior Behaviour
Color colour
Neighbor Neighbour
Flavor Flavour
Analyze Analyse
Apologize Apologise
Realize Realise
Minimize Minimise

14. 40Items
Section 1:Conversation (Two Speakers –based on social and
semi-official context)
Section 2: Monologue (A talk by a single speaker based on a non-
academic situation, e.g. in a film, play etc…)
Section 3:Conversation (Four Speakers -based on academic
topics or course-related situations)
Section 4: Lecture

15. Types of questions:
•Form, note, table, flow-chart, summary completion.
•Plan, map, diagram labeling.
•Matching.
•Multiple choices.
•Sentence completion.
•Short answer question

18. Matching information

19. Diagram labeling or Map

20. Academic Reading
40Items : 60 minutes
1.All candidates are required to read three texts of between 500and
900words each
2.The texts and questions increase in difficulty
3.The answer and the record on the answer sheet within the 60minutes
(Remember the guy with ZERO score)
4.Each question is worth one mark
5.No penalty for wrong answers
5.Spelling is important -can use both British and American spelling

21. IELTS Academic Reading problem and solutions
1.Texts are taken from books, magazines, journals and newspapers, all written
for a non-specialist audience
2.At least one of the text contains a detailed argument
3.The problem:Not having enough time
4.The Solution :Time management

23. Types of IELTS Reading questions:
1.Matching Headings Questions. ...
2.True False Not Given / Yes No Not Given Questions. ...
3.Matching Paragraph Information Questions. ...
4.Summary Completion Question. ...
5.Sentence Completion Questions. ...
6.Multiple Choice Questions.

24. Matching information

25. Summary completion

26. True false Not given

27. Academic Writing
Allocate about 20 minutes Task 1
Allocate about 40 minutes Task 2
Task 2 is worth more marks
Task 1: Write description of at least 150 words based on material
found in a chart, table, graph or diagram.
Task 2: Essay of at least 250 words in response to a statement or
question.

28. Task 1 Examples
Table
Line Diagram
Flow chart
Pie diagram
Process diagram Bar chart

30. The five most common IELTS Writing Task 2 questions are:
1.Opinion (Agree or Disagree)
2.Advantages and Disadvantages.
3.Problem and Solution.
4. Discussion (Discuss both views)
5. Two-part Question

31. 1. The internet allows us to stay connected with each other no matter where we are. On
the other hand, it also isolates us and encourages people not to socialise.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
2. Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at
primary schools rather than secondary school.
Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
3. Overpopulation of urban areas has led to numerous problems. Identify one or two
serious ones and suggest ways that governments and individuals can tackle these
problems.
4. . Computers are being used more and more in education. Some people say that this is a
positive trend, while others argue that it is leading to negative consequences.
Discuss both sides of this argument and then give your own opinion.

32. The best structure you can use for this type of essay is:
Paragraph 1- Introduction
Sentence 1- Paraphrase Question
Sentence 2- Thesis Statement
Sentence 3- Outline Statement
Paragraph 2- Supporting Paragraph 1
Sentence 1- Topic Sentence
Sentence 2/3- Explain Topic S
Sentence 3/4- Example
Paragraph 3- Supporting Paragraph 2
Sentence 1- Topic Sentence
Sentence 3/4- Example
Paragraph 4- Conclusion
Sentence 1- Summary and reiteration of your opinion.

33. Writing tips and tricks:
1.Study question carefully
2.Underline key points
3.Quickly brainstorm the topic
4.Decide on the main points and supporting details
3. Organize points in a plan
4.Structure according to the type of essay

34. Languages should use in Task 2
Introduction
Evidence
Opinion

35. How to write examples

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37. IELTS Speaking :

38. Speaking
1.Time: 11 –14 minutes
2.Individual oral interview (Three Parts)
3.All Speaking tests are recorded
How the speaking component is assessed
1.Fluency and Coherence
2.Vocabulary
3.Grammatical Range and Accuracy
4.Pronunciation
5.Transition signals

39. IELTS cue card

40. Some useful websites
1. https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/business-english/podcasts-for-
professionals/relationshipbuilding
2. https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-reading-lessons-information-and-tips/
3. https://www.ieltsadvantage.com/2015/03/18/writing-task-2-discussion-
essay-lesson/

41. Recommended Books:

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