Ehsan (from Lingoage) is an IELTS exam expert who joined us today to share his wisdom and advice on taking the exam. I learnt so much from talking with him and I know you will as well.
Timestamps
4:54 – Ehsan’s Introduction
7:41 – Why should you take the IELTS exam?
10:52 – Would a native speaker get 100%?
11:51 – Academic vs general exam
14:23 – Do you need a reason to take IELTS?
15:29 – How much time do you need to prepare?
17:36 – Do you need a teacher to prepare?
19:45 – What criteria do examiners use when marking?
21:33 – What common mistakes do students make?
24:11 – What if you can’t afford a teacher?
28:29 – Are there topics that aren’t covered in the exam?
29:27 – Advice for speaking
30:48 – How to reduce hesitation when speaking
33:53 – Is it better to hesitate or speak perfectly?
36:33 – Should learners be worried about their accent?
- 41:55 – Where to find Ehsan
Resources Mentioned
Where to Find Ehsan
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