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IELTS Preparation Presentation Transcript

1. Mohammad S Alsoufi BSc, MSc, PhD Candidate February 2010 IELTS Preparation 2. What is IELTS? Test Format and Band Scores L istening Academic R eading

Academic W riting S peaking How to Apply Visit WWW for Help Books for IELTS Outlines

3. What is IELTS IELTS is the I nternational E nglish L anguage T esting S ystem Designed to assess the English language ability of people who intend to study or work where English is the language of communication Total test time 2 hours and 45 minutes excluding brakes

4. Test Format & Band Scores Candidates are tested in L istening, R eading, W riting and S peaking

5. L istening , R eading and W riting must be completed in one day without break S peaking can be completed within 7 days before or after the main test day Test Format & Band Scores

6. Test Format & Band Scores IELTS Band Score 7. Listening 8. Listening The listening material is recorded on a cassette tape which you will hear only

ONEC !! A range of English accent are used At the end, Candidates will be given 10 minutes to copy the answers onto the answer sheet Spelling is important – can use both British and American spelling Answer sheet has two sides One for Listening test One for Reading test 30 Minutes 04 Sections 40 Items

9. Listening When count words Prepositions ( in , of , to , at , etc) and Articles ( a , an , the ) do counts as a words Each question is worth one mark The problem Getting lost !! The solution Read ahead !! 30 Minutes 04 Sections 40 Items

10. Listening Before Listening: Read the questions Look at all the questions in each section Read the instructions carefully Known the form of your answer Decide what listening for Predict the answer Time available ( 20-30s 15s 30s ) 30 Minutes 04 Sections 40 Items

11. Listening To do well in listening: Key words Main topic Synonyms 30 Minutes 04 Sections 40 Items

12. Listening 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 30 Minutes 04 Sections 40 Items

13. Listening Types of questions Label the diagram 30 Minutes 04 Sections 40 Items 14. Listening Types of questions Complete the table must fill all gaps with answers to

get one mark 30 Minutes 04 Sections 40 Items 15. Listening Types of questions Fill in the blank write no more than three words and/or

a number for each answer 30 Minutes 04 Sections 40 Items 16. Listening Types of questions Write a short answer write no more than five words 30

Minutes 04 Sections 40 Items 17. Listening PAY ATTENTION !!! In Numbers: ‘ 00 ’ sometimes is read as ‘ double 0 ’

instead of ‘ zero-zero ’ The Last Word Counts: Generalizations: 30 Minutes 04 Sections 40 Items

18. Listening PAY ATTENTION !!! For multiple-choice questions 30 Minutes 04 Sections 40 Items

19. Listening PAY ATTENTION !!! Copy the Example’s Style Example 1: 55% means ( 55% ) not (‘ 55 Percent ’ or ‘ fifty five percent ’) Example 2: First means ( First ) not (‘ 1st ’ or ‘ 1 ’) Example 3: always write the full version of Prof. June Professor June 30 Minutes 04 Sections 40 Items

20. Academic Reading 21. Academic Reading All candidates are required to read three texts of between 500 and

900 words each The texts and questions increase in difficulty The answer and the record on the answer sheet within the 60 minutes ( Remember the guy with ZERO score ) Each question is worth one mark No penalty for wrong answers Spelling is important - can use both British and American spelling 60 Minutes 03 Sections 40 Items

22. Academic Reading Texts are taken from books, magazines, journals and newspapers, all written for a non-specialist audience At least one of the text contains a detailed argument The problem Not having enough time The Solution Time management ‘ 15-20-25 ’ rule ( 13 + 2 , 18 + 2 , 23 + 2 ) 60 Minutes 03 Sections 40 Items

23. Academic Reading Types of questions Summary Completion 60 Minutes 03 Sections 40 Items

24. Academic Reading Types of questions Matching headings to paragraphs 60 Minutes 03 Sections 40 Items

25. Types of questions Identifying the writer’s views Academic Reading 60 Minutes 03 Sections 40 Items

26. Types of questions T rue/ F alse/ N ot G iven PAY ATTENTION !!! Each paragraph usually contains an answer to one question. For example, if Q.1 in Paragraph A , then Q.2 will probable be in Paragraph B Academic Reading 60 Minutes 03 Sections 40 Items

27. Types of questions Multiple choice Academic Reading 60 Minutes 03 Sections 40 Items

28. Types of questions Table completion (using words taken from reading passage) Academic Reading 60 Minutes 03 Sections 40 Items

29. Academic Reading Types of questions Matching Causes and Effects 60 Minutes 03 Sections 40 Items

30. Academic Reading Types of questions Sentence Completion (using words taken from the reading passage) Short answer questions 60 Minutes 03 Sections 40 Items

31. Academic Writing 32. 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 60 Minutes 02 Sections 400 Words

33. Academic Writing Task 1 - Tips Do not copy phrases from the question Do not include information not in the graph or picture Do not take more than 20 minutes Do not forget to leave time to read it through 60 Minutes 02 Sections 400 Words

34. Academic Writing Task 1 - Examples Flow Chart Bar Chart/Bar Graph Pie Chart Graph Diagram Table

35. Academic Writing Task 1 – The Language of Change 60 Minutes 02 Sections 400 Words







42. Academic Writing Task 1 (Example) You should spend about 20 minutes on this task The graph below gives information about changes in the birth and death rates in New Zealand between 1901 and 2101 Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below D B 60 Minutes 02 Sections 400 Words

43. The graph shows changes in the birth and death rates in New Zealand since 1901, and forecasts trends up until 2101 Between 1901 and the present day , the birth rate has been consistently higher than the death rate. It stood at 20,000 at the start of this period and increased to a peak of 66,000 in 1961. Since then, the rate has fluctuated between 65 and 50 thousand and it is expected to decline slowly to around 45,000 births by the end of the century In contrast, the death rate started below 10,000 and has increased steadily until the present time . This increase is expected to be more rapid between 2021 and 2051 when the rate will probably level off at around 60,000 before dropping slightly in 2101 Overall, these opposing trends mean that the death rate will probably overtake the birth rate in around 2041 and the large gap between the two levels will be reversed in the later part of this century Introduction Main Body Conclusion Academic Writing 60 Minutes 02 Sections 400 Words

44. Academic Writing Task 2 - Tips Study question carefully Underline key points Quickly brainstorm the topic Decide on the main points and supporting details Organise points in a plan Structure according to the type of essay 60 Minutes 02 Sections 400 Words

45. Academic Writing Task 2 - Types Arguments Advantages and Disadvantages Problems and Solutions 60 Minutes 02 Sections 400 Words

46. Academic Writing Task 2 – Strength of Claim 60 Minutes 02 Sections 400 Words 47. Academic Writing Task 2 – Examples of Different Structures 60 Minutes 02 Sections

400 Words 48. Academic Writing Task 2 (Example) You should spend about 40 minutes on this task

Dealing with juvenile delinquency Youth Crime Low Class in Inner City Areas Custody Approved School and Remand School Community Service Punishment Behaviour Attitude 60 Minutes 02 Sections 400 Words

49. Speaking 50. Speaking Time: 11 – 14 minutes Individual oral interview ( Three Parts ) All

Speaking tests are recorded How the speaking component is assessed Fluency and Coherence Vocabulary Grammatical Range and Accuracy Pronunciation Transition signals

51. Speaking When you entre the exam room: Smile and act confident Look at the examiner in the eyes Confidently introduce yourself Eliminate nervous gestures Wear smart clothing Remember !!! Speak clearly Project your voice Avoid repeating phrases Always say more than Yes or No !!

52. Part 1 (Introduction) This section of the test lasts 4-5 minutes and in it you may need to give longer answers to questions to ensure you display your best ability Speaking

53. Part 2 (Individual Talk) Candidate is given a verbal prompt on a card and is asked to talk on a particular topic. 1 minute preparation time before speaking at length for up to 2 minutes The examiner then asks 1 or 2 rounding-off questions Speaking

54. Part 3 (Discussion Topics) The examiner and candidate engage in a discussion of more abstract issue and concepts which are linked to the topic in Part 2 The discussion lasts between 4 and 5 minutes Speaking

55. Part 3 (Discussion Topics) Examples: Can you tell me more about that? Please explain ? Yes, that would be fine Well, the first thing / idea that comes to mind is ...... You mentioned ... Why do you say that? Actually, that is difficult question to answer; nevertheless, in my opinion ...... Speaking

56. Speaking Part 3 (Discussion Topics) Be prepared to speculate about the future 57. How to Apply An application form Bring your original valid passport Two photos

(passport size) and the background must be white or light blue only The IELTS test fee 58. Visit WWW for help IELTS Academic Reading help

www.cambridgeesol.org/teach/ielts/academic_reading IELTS Writing help www.cambridgeesol.org/teach/ielts/academic_writing IELTS listening help www.cambridgeesol.org/teach/ielts/listening IELTS speaking help http://www.cambridgeesol.org/teach/ielts/speaking Scott’s English Success

59. Books for IELTS Recommended study materials for students who want an IELTS score of 6.5 or higher

60. Questions !

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