Writing
Opinion Essays in IELTS Writing Task 2: A Clear Method
"To what extent do you agree or disagree?" Learn how to take a clear position, plan your paragraphs and support your opinion in Task 2.
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Writing
Discuss Both Views Essays in IELTS: A Clear Approach
Discuss both views and give your opinion: learn a simple four-paragraph structure that keeps your essay balanced and your position clear.
Listening
12 IELTS Listening Tips to Reach Band 8
Twelve practical IELTS Listening tips, from reading ahead to checking spelling, that help strong candidates turn a Band 7 into a Band 8.
Reading
Skimming and Scanning in IELTS Reading
Skimming and scanning are the two techniques that make 40 questions in 60 minutes possible. Here is how to use each one properly.
Reading
True, False, Not Given: A Step-by-Step Strategy
True, False, Not Given questions confuse many candidates. This step-by-step method shows you how to decide with confidence.
Writing
How to Structure an IELTS Writing Task 2 Essay
A reliable four-paragraph structure for IELTS Writing Task 2, with model sentences and a simple plan for your 40 minutes.
Writing
How to Write the Overview in Academic Writing Task 1
The overview is the most important paragraph in Academic Writing Task 1. Learn what to include, where to put it and how to phrase it.
Speaking
IELTS Speaking Part 2: How to Talk for Two Minutes
Running out of things to say in Speaking Part 2? Learn how to plan in one minute and talk comfortably for the full two minutes.
Speaking
How to Improve Fluency for IELTS Speaking
Fluency is not about speaking fast. Learn what examiners mean by fluency and the daily habits that help you speak more smoothly.
Exam Strategy
How IELTS Band Scores Are Calculated
How is your overall IELTS band worked out? Learn how each skill is scored and how the average is rounded, with clear examples.
Exam Strategy
IELTS Academic vs General Training: Which Should You Take?
Not sure whether to take IELTS Academic or General Training? Here is what differs, what stays the same and how to decide.
Exam Strategy
A 30-Day IELTS Preparation Plan
A realistic, week-by-week 30-day IELTS preparation plan that balances all four skills, practice tests and review.
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