Understanding your Language Level
Students tell me they are often confused at what their current IELTS level is or what they are working and studying towards if they take a class, or even which level of materials to study from.
Believe me when I say I have seen students fail by running before they can walk.
Understanding your weaknesses and feedback.
So it’s important to understand where you are in terms of language level and the direction of your studies.
It’s important to try and master the the language skills needed at each level before your progress.
If you can’t do that, then you are likely to make the same mistakes again and again.
It’s also vital to listen to feedback to eliminate those mistakes.
Trust me, even native speakers can score low in any of the four bands.
Other Test Frameworks
Finally, I have been asked how IELTS relates to other language Frameworks, so I prepared an info graphic to compare the level of study you find on Study materials, the Common European Framework Level and IELTS Score.
Use this to find the most appropriate study materials and to map your journey to IELTS.
Remember, before you take the IELTS test to ask the organisation your going to which one they require, but as a guideline:
- The Academic module is for people who want to study an undergraduate or postgraduate degree course, or who wish to register with a professional body for a working VISA.
- The General Training module focuses on basic survival skills in a broader social and educational setting.
- General Training is suitable if you are joining a training programme or doing work experience in English speaking countries, but is not designed for degree level. This module is also suitable for those wishing to emigrate to Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the UK.
For further information on this read What IELTS scores correspond to the European Common Framework? on the IELTS Test Practice website.
You can use tips and information on this website to help make it easier to obtain a higher score, but remember you still need to work at learning the language to be successful.
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Good Luck
Jonathan
I’m Jonathan
I’ve taught IELTS and University English in more than a dozen universities and schools around the world.
I’m a parent, traveller and passionate about language teaching and helping students achieve their dreams.
Whilst living in Austria or working in Asia, I run IELTS courses to help students get to where they want to be.
If you are serious about IELTS, connect with me to see how I can help you.
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