THE BEST WAY TO PREPARE FOR THE IELTS SPEAKING TEST
This test has three sections and lasts less than fifteen minutes. The test taker and the examiner might discuss general issues and introduce themselves during the first five minutes of the examination. The capacity of the test-taker to talk on a task card with a randomly selected topic is evaluated in the second section. The final section only makes the second more intricate. At this point, the examiner will also focus on fluency, lexical resource, and pronunciation.
It is crucial to practice all of the material under exam settings since this will help you become accustomed to the strain of the test. In order to participate in the second section of the test, you must be able to take notes that will facilitate your two-minute speech.
You should also practice answering questions when you don’t really know the answer. Remember that your knowledge is not assessed but your English language proficiency is.
PREPARE FOR THE IELTS SPEAKING TEST
Remember persistence is the key to success during the preparatory phase of the examination.
Immerse yourself in English as much as possible. Read as much as you can in English, online magazines or blogs are a great place to start. Write in English every day in a diary, blog, or message members of an online community, such as those on a Facebook group that interests you. Listen to native speakers conversing among themselves and, if you can, participate. Try the “shadowing” technique, which involves repeating what someone has just said in English. This will help with pronunciation, intonation, and stress.
Bear in mind self-learning is possible as long as you are committed and find someone who is able to give you feedback.
PREPARE FOR THE IELTS SPEAKING TEST
BASIC IELTS TIPS
Understand the test format
Before your begin practising, it’s extremely important that you know what to expect of the test format. Familiarise yourself with it by reviewing the content of the test, as well as the question and task types for each section.
Remember the key to success in any examination and not just IELTS is a sound familiarity with the test pattern and format.
Be aware of the exam time constraints
The clearer understanding you develop regarding the test structure, the higher your chances are to completing it successfully within the allocated time frame.
Conduct your preparation under timed conditions, so you become accustomed to the pace of the test.
PREPARE FOR THE IELTS SPEAKING TEST
Remember the IELTS test has a time limit and you will only have the time given for each module. If you are unable to complete the modules within the allocated time or if you cannot concentrate accordingly due to the timing pressure.
All preparation done in classes of a preparation course, are conducted under the same timed conditions as the exam, so you’re ready for the pace of the IELTS test.
PREPARE FOR THE IELTS SPEAKING TEST
Develop your English capabilities and IELTS strategies
One of the biggest mistakes students make is to focus only on IELTS. They do lots of IELTS practice tests but they forget to improve their English.
Most Indonesian IELTS learners are unaware of their current English level, which is often Intermediate or below, and do not consider or forget that IELTS is an English proficiency test. As such, your English is expected to be top notch.
Keep in mind that learning IELTS is a process. On average it takes 12 weeks to move up a score band by one point.
Start preparing for your test at least 3 – 6 months prior. We highly recommend finding an institution which will help you with English development and IELTS strategies.
PREPARE FOR THE IELTS SPEAKING TEST
PREPARE FOR THE IELTS SPEAKING TEST