Podcasts about general training

IELTS expert Don Oliver returns to share his best IELTS tips for the Writing section. He talks about the different Writing tasks you might encounter in IELTS Academic and General Training tests and offers practical advice on analysing graphs and charts in Academic Task 1. Highlights 02:23 - 06:35 Question types in the Writing test 06:35 - 17:58 IELTS Writing strategies 17:58 - 28:25 Test Taker Questions Episode links + resources: Your pocket guide to IELTS General Training Writing Your pocket guide to IELTS Academic Writing IELTS Writing Task 1 Question Types: A Comprehensive Guide Types of essays to expect in your IELTS Writing Task 2 Free IELTS Academic Writing sample preparation questions Free IELTS General Training Writing sample questions Credits Host: Rocco Nigro Guest: Don Oliver Director and Producer: Lizzy Garland Content Writer: Linda Alley Assistant Producer: Emily McIvor

Join Nick and I today as we look at six essay questions that have recently appeared in the IELTS Academic and General Training exams. We will discuss our ideas for each topic, explain what our positions would be, and give each question a difficulty rating.You will get far more from this episode if you spend 2 or 3 minutes looking at each question and planning your IELTS essay nowSome people think that water is the most important natural resource. Others believe that other resources (such as oil and gold) are more important. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.Too much emphasis is placed on education. More government money should be spent on providing free-time activities. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Celebrities and famous people require constant attention from the media (newspapers, Internet). Do you agree or disagree?Many students find it harder to study at university or college than when they were at school. What are the reasons for this? What can be done to solve the issue?Many places of natural beauty like mountains, lakes, and beaches are spoiled by the rubbish that people leave there. Why do people do this? What can be done about this problem? In many cities and towns today, few people know their neighbours. What are the effects of this trend? What can be done to resolve the issue? Useful LinksDownload my free ebook "An ex-examiner's guide to the Band IELTS Descriptors": https://blog.myieltsclassroom.com/ielts-examiner-ebook-mark/Watch the free video lessons on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiLz9Dbe4NEIu5OCy0WA1sgRate and review My IELTS ClassroomIf you are on Apple Podcasts, help us to help more people just like you by rating and reviewing our show. Reviews let other students - just like you - find our information-packed episodes and start their IELTS journey in the best possible way.Remember, My IELTS Classroom offers a range of IELTS services:IELTS Video courses: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/writingIELTS Essay Corrections:https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/markingIELTS Speaking lessons: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/speakingFree blog lessons: http://blog.myieltsclassroom.comFree Podcast episodes: https://myieltsclassroom.buzzsprout.comThe Baby TribeA podcast dedicated to infant nutrition and health Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

Hey! Yes, Nick and I have finally got out hands on a copy of the new Cambridge IELTS 17 General Training book! Today, we look at the four essay questions to discuss how difficult the questions are, how we would approach each one, and what ideas we would use as the basis of our arguments.As always, we recommend that you spend time analysing the questions and coming up with your own arguments before you listen to the episode? Why? Well, Nick and I won't be sitting on your shoulder in the real test, so it is important that YOU actually take the time to come up with arguments first, and then compare your own ideas to ours. That way, you will see where you went "wrong" and also where you went "right"! That is a key component of learning! Here are the questions:In the future, people may no longer be able to pay for things in shops using cash. All payments may have to be made by card or using phones. Do you think this will happen one day? Why do you think some people might not be happy to give up using cash?In some countries, more and more people are hiring a personal fitness trainer, rather than playing sports or doing exercise classes. What are the reasons for this? Is this a positive or negative development?It is better to buy just a few expensive clothes, rather than a lot of cheaper clothes. Do you agree or disagree?Some people that it's a good idea to socialise with work colleagues during evenings and weekends/ Other people think it is important to keep working life completely separate from social life. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.Useful LinksDownload my free ebook "An ex-examiner's guide to the Band IELTS Descriptors": https://blog.myieltsclassroom.com/ielts-examiner-ebook-mark/Watch the free video lessons on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiLz9Dbe4NEIu5OCy0WA1sgRate and review My IELTS ClassroomIf you are on Apple Podcasts, help us to help more people just like you by rating and reviewing our show. Reviews let other students - just like you - find our information-packed episodes and start their IELTS journey in the best possible way.Remember, My IELTS Classroom offers a range of IELTS services:IELTS Video courses: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/writingIELTS Essay Corrections:https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/markingIELTS Speaking lessons: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/speakingFree blog lessons: http://blog.myieltsclassroom.comFree Podcast episodes: https://myieltsclassroom.buzzsprout.comSupport the show

Посмотрим на типичные задания в первой секции Reading (General Training). Это точно будет полезно и для студентов IELTS (Academic)! Reading Section 2– Work/Business Survival texts Это будут тексты касательно работы и бизнеса. Если будете устраивать свою новую жизнь в англоязычной стране, то вы обязательно будете сталкиваться с текстами, которые относятся к рабочим процессам. Для этого выпуска подкаста я беру сборник тестов Cambridge IELTS 16 (General Training). Я смотрю Reading Section 2 из Теста 2 и разбираю текст с вопросами Gap Fill. Вы услышите базовые стратегии и как они работают на примерах. Текст, вопросы и ответы смотрите здесь: https://myielts.kz/archives/18011 Курс подготовки к Reading (General Training): https://myielts.kz/product/ielts-reading-gt ~~~~~~ MyIELTS.kz в инстаграм: https://www.instagram.com/myielts.kz/ Онлайн-школа подготовки к IELTS: https://myielts.kz/mystudy Задать вопрос: https://myielts.kz/contactus

In 2023's first episode, we discuss the general nature of training.  Is it hard to do?  How to get started in your area, and do you have to be 'tough' on dogs to be a good dog trainer?

Посмотрим на типичные задания в первой секции Reading (General Training). Это точно будет полезно и для студентов IELTS (Academic)! Reading Section 1 – Social Survival texts Это будут тексты бытового или повседневного характера. С такими текстами вы, скорее всего, столкнетесь буквально каждый день, когда будете жить в англоязычной стране. Для этого выпуска подкаста я беру сборник тестов Cambridge IELTS 16 (General Training). Я смотрю Reading Section 1 из Теста 2 и разбираю текст с вопросами True, False, Not Given. Вы услышите базовые стратегии и как они работают на примерах. Тест, вопросы и ответы смотрите здесь: https://myielts.kz/archives/17577 Азбука IELTS (Letters of Apology): https://myielts.kz/archives/17577#ieltsalphabet Курс подготовки к Reading (General Training): https://myielts.kz/product/ielts-reading-gt ~~~~~~ MyIELTS.kz в инстаграм: https://www.instagram.com/myielts.kz/ Онлайн-школа подготовки к IELTS: https://myielts.kz/mystudy Задать вопрос: https://myielts.kz/contactus

In this episode of the podcast, we were joined by Alex Bailey (formerly LaChance). We talked all things work capacity, including general training, transitioning from an off-season to meet prep, and how CrossFit can be beneficial for weightlifters.Check out our seminars in Calgary on Sept. 10th and 11th:Powerlifting: https://maxsgym.pike13.com/pack_products/795776Weightlifting: https://maxsgym.pike13.com/pack_products/795775SuperTotal: https://maxsgym.pike13.com/pack_products/795779Follow Alex:https://www.instagram.com/alexlachancetraining/Check out Max's work:https://www.instagram.com/max_aita/https://www.teamaita.com/Check me out for 1:1 Remote Coaching:https://www.instagram.com/josh_philwl/https://www.philosophicalweightlifting.com/

Hey! You are in the IELTS reading exam and everything is going well, when suddenly you find a word that you do not recognise, but you know is important. What do you do? Do you pause and think for a few minutes? Do you skip the word and continue reading? Or do you quickly make an educated guess using one of the 5 techniques offered in this podcast?!Yes, today Nick and I look at a bottom-up reading skill – how to understand vocabulary from context. This is not something that IELTS tests direct in either the Academic or General Training exam, but it is a skill that can help any test taker.In this episode, we will Discuss the difference between bottom-down and bottom-up skillsGive you 5 techniques to help you guess meaning from contextTest your knowledge of prefixesLook at a short text to put these skills into practice.Useful LinksSupport the podcast and access BONUS episodes here -  https://blog.myieltsclassroom.com/patreon/Download my free ebook "An ex-examiner's guide to the Band IELTS Descriptors": https://mailchi.mp/myieltsclassroom/examiner-guide-to-ielts-band-descriptorsRate and review My IELTS ClassroomIf you are on Apple Podcasts, help us to help more people just like you by rating and reviewing our show. Reviews let other students - just like you - find our information-packed episodes and start their IELTS journey in the best possible way. The People Managing People PodcastActionable insights that will help you build happy, healthy, and productive workplaces.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

There are 13 points up for grabs in ELTS General Training Reading Part 2 and, as every text will focus on work or migration, a small amount of preparation can make a huge difference to the number of questions you can answer correctly (and the time it will take to do so). Today, Nick and I discuss the language your should learn to maximise your potential in Part 2, and how you should approach two types of completion activities that are common in this section.In the lesson, Nick and I complete an IELTS General Training Reading Part 2 from Cambridge 16. You can download the passages and the questions by clicking here.Useful LinksJoin our next intensive reading course here - https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/readingSupport the podcast and access BONUS episodes here -  https://blog.myieltsclassroom.com/patreon/Download my free ebook "An ex-examiner's guide to the Band IELTS Descriptors": https://mailchi.mp/myieltsclassroom/examiner-guide-to-ielts-band-descriptorsRate and review My IELTS ClassroomIf you are on Apple Podcasts, help us to help more people just like you by rating and reviewing our show. Reviews let other students - just like you - find our information-packed episodes and start their IELTS journey in the best possible way. Remember, My IELTS Classroom offers a range of IELTS services:IELTS Video courses: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/writingIELTS Essay Corrections: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/markingIELTS Speaking lessons: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/speakingFree blog lessons: http://blog.myieltsclassroom.comFree Podcast episodes: https://myieltsclassroom.buzzsprout.comSupport the show by becoming a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/myiThe Mind of Medicine: A Different Healthcare ConversationThe Mind of Medicine podcast series explores the various organizational, social, and...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Habit MastersTake daily steps toward your biggest dreams by mastering the art of building habits.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify The Science PawdcastThe Science Pawdcast breaks down the latest science happening in the human world AND...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

Sara from Italy took IELTS almost five years ago to attend university in Scotland. In this episode she speaks to Fabio about how she prepared for the exam and got the score she needed to achieve her goal. We hope you enjoy this episode. If you do, please rate and review! Useful links: Mini lesson: Top 3 strategies from a successful IELTS candidate https://bit.ly/3Ojdkg0 IELTS book: IELTS 16 Academic https://bit.ly/39O3yn8 IELTS book: IELTS 16 General Training https://bit.ly/3yhxlha Transcript: https://bit.ly/3yiFORt About Fabio: https://bit.ly/3Ontyo8 Free preparation tools We Love IELTS website: https://bit.ly/3yi3J3f Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeLoveIELTS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weloveielts/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/weloveielts

In 2016, IELTS test taker Margherita achieved a band score 8 in IELTS Academic which meant she could attend the university of her dreams in the UK. In today's podcast episode, IELTS teacher Fabio is speaking to Margherita to find out how she achieved such a high score and to get her top tips for IELTS success. We hope you enjoy this episode. If you do, please rate and review! Useful links: Mini lesson: Top 3 strategies from a successful IELTS candidate https://bit.ly/3aP4sQt IELTS book: Official Cambridge Guide to IELTS: https://bit.ly/3aKVXFX IELTS book: IELTS 16 Academic https://bit.ly/3mnK77d IELTS book: IELTS 16 General Training https://bit.ly/3az27ZN IELTS book: IELTS Common mistakes for bands 6.0 - 7.0 https://bit.ly/3tiZW2I IELTS book: IELTS Common mistakes for bands 5.0 - 6.0 https://bit.ly/3NPiTlE Transcript: https://bit.ly/3zDbzpx About Fabio: https://bit.ly/3mowuVk Free preparation tools We Love IELTS website: https://bit.ly/3O34kLr Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeLoveIELTS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weloveielts/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/weloveielts

In today's episode, IELTS teacher Fabio is speaking to former IELTS test taker, Veronica Toniatti from Italy. Veronica has taken both IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training to enable her to live and work in New Zealand, where she currently resides. Listen to her experience of taking IELTS and find out her top tips for IELTS success. We hope you enjoy this episode. If you do, please rate and review! Useful links: Mini lesson: Top 3 strategies from a successful IELTS candidate https://bit.ly/38haKaq Mini lesson: 5 ways to learn from home https://bit.ly/3LNGcee IELTS book: Official Cambridge Guide to IELTS: https://bit.ly/3NwXJbK IELTS book: IELTS 16 Academic https://bit.ly/3MNSJzA IELTS book: IELTS 16 General Training https://bit.ly/3ND8BES Transcript: https://bit.ly/3MOUNXT About Fabio: https://bit.ly/3PHwQE4 Free preparation tools We Love IELTS resource hub: https://bit.ly/3sWvfR3 We Love IELTS mini lessons: https://bit.ly/3M0oy7f Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeLoveIELTS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weloveielts/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/weloveielts

Ура, это юбилейный выпуск! Чему посвятить эпизод подкаста под номером 100? Конечно, практическим советам по сдаче IELTS! При чем со свежесданного теста! Сегодня расскажу о моем недавнем экзамене IELTS (General Training), который я сдавал в мае 2022 года в British Council в Hyр-Султане. Слушайте подробно о каждой секции, заданиях и полученных результатах. Ссылки на рекомендованные к прослушиванию выпуски: https://myielts.kz/archives/16870 Если хотите перечитать все сказанное: https://myielts.kz/archives/16870 Полная система подготовки к IELTS (General Training): https://myielts.kz/product/full-ielts-gt Полная система подготовки к IELTS (Academic): https://myielts.kz/product/full-ielts-academic ~~~~~~ MyIELTS.kz в инстаграм: https://www.instagram.com/myielts.kz/ Онлайн-школа подготовки к IELTS: https://myielts.kz/mystudy Написать мне: https://myielts.kz/contactus

In today's podcast, IELTS teacher Fabio shares the top 5 things to avoid when preparing for the IELTS test. These are all taken from his own experience of taking the test in 2011, and from his experience teaching IELTS test takers. We hope you enjoy this episode. If you do, please rate and review! Useful links: Mini lesson: Top 3 strategies from a successful IELTS test taker https://bit.ly/38yKUPl Mini lesson: Understanding your strengths and weaknesses https://bit.ly/3a7pzNp Mini lesson: Making progress in small doses https://bit.ly/3Mu8eg4 Product: IELTS 16 Academic https://bit.ly/3PqOEmE Product: IELTS 16 General Training: https://bit.ly/3yF7ikP Transcript: https://bit.ly/3Mox3da About Fabio: https://bit.ly/3yH7QXj Free preparation tools We Love IELTS resources hub https://bit.ly/3wqhcUs We Love IELTS mini lessons: https://bit.ly/39se9U2 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeLoveIELTS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weloveielts/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/weloveielts

Nowadays many people complain that they have difficulties getting enough sleep. What problems can lack of sleep cause? What can be done about lack of sleep?   Sample essay: https://www.ieltsessaybank.com/nowadays-many-people-complain-that-they-have-difficulties-getting-enough-sleep/

In this podcast episode, IELTS teacher Fabio shares a system to allow you to perform at your best when answering any questions that might come up in Part 3 of the IELTS Speaking test. In Part 3 of the test, the examiner will ask you further questions connected to the topics discussed in Part 2. This is the part of the test where you can really show off your use of English to discuss a topic in detail and in depth. Do go back and listen to his podcasts on Part 1 of the Speaking test https://youtu.be/l3GTegcnhog and Part 2 https://youtu.be/cmVoMVaz5k4 We hope you have enjoyed this episode. If you did, please rate and review! Useful links: Mini lesson: Preparing for IELTS Part 3: https://bit.ly/3w238k4 Podcast: How to answer any question in IELTS Speaking Part 1: https://youtu.be/l3GTegcnhog Podcast: How to answer any question in IELTS Speaking Part 2: https://youtu.be/cmVoMVaz5k4 Video: IELTS Speaking Focus: Part 3 https://youtu.be/QRDBHZt9ZgM Video: How to answer IELTS Speaking Part 3 https://youtu.be/JxAflbTaUV0 Product: IELTS 16 Academic: https://bit.ly/3saiUbw Product: IELTS 16 General Training: https://bit.ly/38KE2hq Product: Top Tips for IELTS Speaking https://bit.ly/3KxBW1T Transcript: https://bit.ly/38NHyrC About Fabio: https://bit.ly/379E16v Free preparation tools We Love IELTS resources - Speaking: https://bit.ly/3KE41V5 We Love IELTS mini lessons: https://bit.ly/3w2vf2m Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeLoveIELTS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weloveielts/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/weloveielts

In Part 2 of the IELTS Speaking test, you will be given a task card with a topic that you will have to talk about for two minutes. In this episode, IELTS teacher Fabio shares a simple strategy that you can use to help you confidently answer any questions you are given during the test. Do go back and listen to his podcast on Part 1 of the Speaking test if you haven't done so already. https://youtu.be/l3GTegcnhog We hope you have enjoyed this episode. If you did, please rate and review! Useful links: Mini lesson: Preparing for Part 2 of the IELTS Speaking test: https://bit.ly/3xU8GzB Mini lesson: 3 ways to develop your ideas in IELTS Speaking part 2 https://bit.ly/3EM0P8K How to use the preparation time in IELTS Speaking Part 2: a step by step guide https://bit.ly/3EO7HSY Podcast: How to answer any question in IELTS Speaking Part 1: https://youtu.be/l3GTegcnhog Podcast: 5 tips to improve your answer in IELTS Speaking Part 2: https://youtu.be/Chfc5WMH-Ek Podcast: IELTS Speaking: How to answer a question in Part 2: https://youtu.be/_r9N6yLhtQ8 Podcast: Prepare for IELTS Speaking Part 2 https://youtu.be/dqliM1CT8Oo Video: How to answer IELTS Speaking Part 2: https://youtu.be/GeTVncy2DnU Product: IELTS 16 Academic: https://bit.ly/3EKZpLH Product: IELTS 16 General Training: https://bit.ly/3vIuM5h Product: Top Tips for IELTS Speaking https://bit.ly/3EMb90v Transcript: https://bit.ly/37Lk9H1 About Fabio: https://bit.ly/3MsmsNS Free preparation tools We Love IELTS resources - Speaking: https://bit.ly/3xQ8y4d We Love IELTS mini lessons: https://bit.ly/3vEKmiq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeLoveIELTS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weloveielts/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/weloveielts

In many countries today, crime novels and TV crime dramas are becoming more and more popular. Why do you think these books and TV shows are so popular? What is your opinion of crime fiction and TV crime dramas?   Sample essay: https://www.ieltsessaybank.com/in-many-countries-today-crime-novels/

In IELTS Speaking Part 1 the examiner will ask you some questions based on everyday topics. If the thought of this makes you panic, then this podcast is for you. In this episode, IELTS teacher Fabio will be telling you everything you need to know about the IELTS Speaking test Part 1, sharing top strategies for answering any question that you might be asked during the test. We hope you have enjoyed this episode. If you did, please rate and review! Useful links: Mini lesson: Preparing for Part 1 of the IELTS Speaking test: https://bit.ly/3DIgkho Video: How to improve your Speaking for IELTS: https://youtu.be/6uR83JfLl50 Video: How to extend your answer in IELTS Speaking Part 1: https://youtu.be/w6LNSoe_sZU Product: IELTS 16 Academic https://bit.ly/3x6Nq9j Product: IELTS 16 General Training https://bit.ly/3x2sr7L Product: Top Tips for IELTS Speaking https://bit.ly/3r57aGE Transcript: https://bit.ly/3NRt61R About Fabio: https://bit.ly/3x6GSb0 Free preparation tools We Love IELTS resources - Speaking: https://bit.ly/3j5NGgu We Love IELTS mini lessons: https://bit.ly/3j9cxAg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeLoveIELTS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weloveielts/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/weloveielts

Do you want to know how long it will take you to get the IELTS band score you need? Maybe you're wondering if one month is enough time to prepare or whether it will take longer? Or perhaps you've already booked your test or you're wondering when you should? In this episode, IELTS teacher Pete Jones, will help you to estimate the time you need to prepare. Useful links: Mini lesson- How long will it take you to get the IELTS band score you need: https://bit.ly/3woED23 IELTS 16 Academic: https://bit.ly/36EpRd2 IELTS 16 General Training https://bit.ly/3ilJRDx Transcript: https://bit.ly/3L5aIjP About Pete: https://bit.ly/36demJy Free preparation tools We Love IELTS website:https://bit.ly/3qlO0Mc We Love IELTS mini lessons: https://bit.ly/34Wd3Oq Sign up to our FREE newsletter: https://bit.ly/3iq5Ysw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeLoveIELTS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weloveielts/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/weloveielts We hope you have enjoyed this episode. If you did, please rate and review!

Как устроен Reading в IELTS формата General Training, какие тексты ждать, с какими заданиями придется работать, как ставится оценка в Reading и другие особенности этой секции IELTS читайте/слушайте в этом эпизоде подкаста. Посмотреть примеры текстов: https://myielts.kz/archives/16646 Курс подготовки к IELTS Reading (General Training) - посмотреть ~~~~~~ MyIELTS.kz в инстаграм: https://www.instagram.com/myielts.kz/ Онлайн-школа подготовки к IELTS: https://myielts.kz/mystudy

Some people say that now is the best time in history to be living. What is your opinion about this? What other time in history would be interesting to live in.   the best time of all the best of all times   postwar America the post-World War II era in the U.S Read the sample essay here: https://www.ieltsessaybank.com/some-people-say-that-now-is-the-best-time-in-history-to-be-living/

In recent weeks, Nick and I  have spent a lot of time talking about Academic Writing Task 1, so we thought that today it was time that we gave some love to our General Training students!Join us as we rank the four prompts in the new  Cambridge IELTS 16  in order of difficulty from easiest to most challenging. Trust me, the Cambridge IELTS 16 letters are NOT the same as previous Cambridge  books! The letter to Mrs Barrett is worth the price on its own!You can read more about today's episode at:  https://blog.myieltsclassroom.com/cambridge-ielts-16-letters/In this episode, we will rank each of the 4 letter prompts in Cambridge 16look at what makes each of the letter prompts easy or difficultshare useful lexis for some of the more challenging bullet pointsgive you simple sentence structures that you can use to make your letter sound more naturalUseful LinksWatch the first three lessons in our GT Task 1 Writing Course here: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/categories/general-training-writing-task-1Support the podcast and access BONUS episodes here -  https://blog.myieltsclassroom.com/patreon/Download my free ebook "An ex-examiner's guide to the Band IELTS Descriptors": https://mailchi.mp/myieltsclassroom/examiner-guide-to-ielts-band-descriptorsRate and review My IELTS ClassroomIf you are on Apple Podcasts, help us to help more people just like you by rating and reviewing our show. Reviews let other students - just like you - find our information-packed episodes and start their IELTS journey in the best possible way. Remember, My IELTS Classroom offers a range of IELTS services:IELTS Video courses: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/writingIELTS Essay Corrections:https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/markingIELTS Speaking lessons: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/speakingFree blog lessons: http://blog.myieltsclassroom.comFree Podcast episodes: https://myieltsclassroom.buzzsprout.comSupport the show by becoming a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/myieltsclassroom

Some people spend most of their lives living close to where they were born.  What might be the reasons for this? What are the advantages and disadvantages? Read the sample essay here: https://www.ieltsessaybank.com/some-people-spend-most-of-their-lives-living-close-to-where-they-were-born/

Coach Ted talks about what general training exposes and how we use training as a lever.

Plastic bags, plastic bottles and plastic packaging are bad for the environment.  What damage does plastic do to the environment? What can be done by governments and individuals to solve this problem? Read the sample essay here: https://www.ieltsessaybank.com/plastic-bags-plastic-bottles-and-plastic-packaging-are-bad-for-the-environment/

Some people like to try new things, for example, places to visit and types of food. Other people prefer to keep doing things they are familiar with. Discuss both these attitudes and give your own opinion. Read the sample essay here: https://www.ieltsessaybank.com/some-people-like-to-try-new-things/

Episode 8 titled "What Does It Take To Be An Olympian?", has two-time Olympian, Mason Finley, discuss how he prepares to compete. Episode Summary: This episode features a discussion with Mason Finley, offering a window into the training regiment of an Olympian. Mason has competed in discus in the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games & the 2016 Rio Olympic Games. Mason has achieved success at every level of competition for discus. A two-time gold medalist at the Pan-American Junior Athletics Championship, an All-American in shot put & discus at the University of Kansas, a bronze medalist at the 2017 World Championship, and a gold medalist in the 2020 Olympic Trials. Listen as Mason shares his experiences from his successful athletic career. Fundamental topics such as time investment, types of training, and overcoming injuries write. Mason teaches us the level of devotion and talent it takes to become an Olympian. In this episode we discuss: 00:00 - Wildfire by MAD LiBBY (Apple Music) 01:24 - Introducing Mason Finley 04:15 - Journey from Childhood to the Olympics 06:00 - Ready for the Olympics 08:40 - Pressure on the Big Stage 09:50 - Events Leading up 11:01 - General Training 15:46 - Stretching 16:46 - Plyometrics 19:29 - Optimizing to Compete 21:59 - Injuries 31:53 - Mental Preparation 36:23 - Sacrifices? 37:45 - Diet 42:12 - Travel Obstacles 45:51 - Advice for Others 50:00 - Closing Remarks Resources: Mason Finley: Instagram, Facebook, & Olympic Bio

Show notes are HERE There is a difference between general baseline training and specialised training for a particular purpose, we'll discuss this and how to do it. Find more resources at MindKink.net

Get your estimated IELTS Band Score. Take the IELTS Quiz at https://www.allearsenglish.com/myscore   What is the difference between General and Academic training? Listen in to find out and get 3 tips for studying for the General IELTS exam so you can get the 7+ you need on test day!

Какие задания ждут вас в Writing Task 1, если вы сдаете IELTS General Training и на что смотрит экзаменатор в вашей письменной работе? Об этом сегодняшний эпизод подкаста. От чего зависит оценка в IELTS Writing Task 1 (General Training) Как выглядит задание Какие бывают задания Цель, тон, лексика и грамматика в письме. Все, что было в этом эпизоде: https://myielts.kz/archives/15388 ============== Полный курс по Writing Task 1 (General Training): https://myielts.kz/wt1gt Можно взять сразу курсs Task 1 и Task 2 со скидкой: https://myielts.kz/ielts-gt-wt12

Series on IELTS continues. Focus on Task 2 writing. Introducing major differences between Task 1 and Task 2 writing. Slight differences between Task 2 Academic writing and General Training. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dee64/message

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  In this tutorial you will learn: Specific differences between IELTS General Training and IELTS Academic tests in all the 4 exam sections (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking). This will help you in your IELTS Speaking exam because: You will learn the purposes of General Training and Academic IELTS exams. You will see real examples of […] The post What is the difference between the IELTS General and IELTS Academic exam? appeared first on IELTS Podcast.

How can you make sure that your reports for IELTS line graphs always compare and summarise? You can follow the simple strategies that we are going to give you today! This is an interactive lesson, so make sure you have this webpage open as you listen so you can see the charts and follow the class! http://blog.myieltsclassroom.com/ielts-line-graphs/ ‎ Episode NotesThe reason we have chosen to look at line graphs is that these are the charts that cause students the most problems. Line graphs give students the opportunity to use some unique lexis that cannot be used to describe other types of chart. For example, you can use "increase" and "decrease" to describe changes on a line graph, bar chart, pie charts, and even a table. However, expressions like hit a peak, hit a trough, overtake, fluctuate and stabilise can only be used in a line graph.On the one hand, this is good as it gives students the chance to show off their vocabulary. However, usually what happens is that students want to use ALL of this lexis in their report - this is a mistake. When students focus on showing off their lexis, they usually only describe the micro-trends (i.e. every up, down and peak) instead of making comparisons.Today we will show you how to make sure you make effective comparisons every time you write an IELTS line graph report. PLUS, I'll be introducing you to the latest IELTS key feature for line graphs. Amazing!In this episode, you will learn:the basic facts about IELTS Academic Writing Task Onethe similarities between General Training and Academic Task One (yes, there are some!)how to analyse charts to find good key features for your line graph overviewthe order in which you should present the information in the line graph to ensure your report is east to read AND makes comparisonsUseful Links Watch the first three lessons in my Academic Task 1 video course: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/categories/academic-writing-task-1Download my free ebook "An ex-examiner's guide to the Band IELTS Descriptors": https://mailchi.mp/myieltsclassroom/examiner-guide-to-ielts-band-descriptorsRate and review My IELTS ClassroomIf you are on Apple Podcasts, help us to help more people just like you by rating and reviewing our show. Reviews let other students - just like you - find our information-packed episodes and start their IELTS journey in the best possible way. Remember, My IELTS Classroom offers a range of IELTS services:IELTS Video courses: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/writingIELTS Essay Corrections: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/markingIELTS Speaking lessons: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/speakingFree blog lessons: http://blog.myieltsclassroom.comFree Podcast episodes: https://myieltsclassroom.buzzsprout.com

Rich Clarke is a Strength and Conditioning coach and an academic who specializes change of direction and agility. He is also a Director of the United Kingdom Strength and Conditioning Association and is completing a PhD investigating speed control and deceleration during change of direction movements. Quite honestly, I have been underwhelmed by much of what I know and see about COD/Agility and think Rich has done a beautiful job rethinking the landscape in this realm. Among the notable things we discuss are the different COD/Agility demands from sport to sport, perception action coupling and how much we can/should train it in a general setting, the importance of speed control when learning skills and much more. Rich has simplified the language and litany of exercises we see in COD/Agility by boiling everything down to entry/exit speed and angle change and how those factors will impact deceleration demands. In short, I think he's really on to something and this chat opened up my eyes to a lot of things. The structure that might be necessary for the weightroom does not necessarily apply to COD/agility and once we have established a base (which many athletes already have from their sport) we can mix and match using the above mentioned variables. Rich can be found on Twitter https://twitter.com/RICH_AgilityLab and his website is http://www.athleteagilitylab.com/

We talk with Ray Bailey, the strongest person we've had the privilege of personally knowing, about all things' strength and nutrition, and dive into essential principles and guidelines towards achieving stupid strength. Ray is a competitive powerlifter and fitness coach (7+ years) with a focus on movement, strength training, corrective exercises, and nutrition. Ray enlists a holistic approach to movement and function and can be found scouring the latest research drawing new insights into ways of improving his clients' wellness: physically, mentally, and nutritionally. In the Podcast we Discuss:○ Who is Ray Bailey? ... 0:11○ Rays Evolution - Strength Training Perspectives ... 2:16○ Warm-ups & Mobility Work - Pre-Competition and General Training ... 9:16○ Mobility and its Role in Strength Training ... 12:54○ Rays Philosophy towards training athletes in their early teens ... 17:02○ Ray’s Training Methodology - Traditional Lifting (e.g. Barbells & Dumbells) Vs. Alternative Training Methods (e.g. Indian Clubs & Kettlebells) ... 19:55○ Nutrition: Maintaining Size & Strength ... 27:43        ◊ Carnivore Diet … 30:03        ◊ Intermittent Fasting … 31:19○ Rays Top 3 Lifts/Movements - To get STUPID STRONG in the shortest amount of time. (Most bang for your buck) ... 56:56○ Lifting with a belt - Making you weaker? ... 59:35○ The guys talk PEDS ... 1:19:23○ Essential Principles & Guidelines to get Stupid Strong ... 1:31:20

This video looks at Section 2 of the IELTS Listening Test, which often includes a MAP in the second half. Watch the video on YouTube if you would like to practice with the real test. https://youtu.be/PwXSREaBQ-k The first part is Multiple Choice and this video shows you how to recognise distractors: 'rather than' and 'instead of' are CLUES which tell you that you should choose the correct answer RATHER THAN/INSTEAD OF the trick! I break the Listening up into more manageable parts, so this is a LEARNING video rather than a test, but you can pause the video to test yourself too. I also point out the useful vocabulary that you can extract from the listening to help you with Writing Task 1 (Academic - describe changes to a building; General Training - tell your friend about your new home) Here is an extra Listening to help you describe changes to maps: https://youtu.be/RYwrFUphmrc --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ieltsetc/message

In the final episode of our IELTS 101 series, Nick and I introduce to the IELTS writing test (which is our favourite part of the test!). You can find the full episode notes for this episode and a transcript of the conversation at http://podcast.myieltsclassroom.com/ Episode NotesThere is so much to say about IELTS writing that it was hard for Nick and I to stick to the basics today, but I think that we did a great job of including all the information you need for a broad overview of the two exams (General Training and Academic). We start by having a look at the content of both tests and the explaining the skills you will need to demonstrate to get a high score. Then we introduce you to the IELTS band descriptors, which are what the examiners use to grade your writing. Today, we will explain the four writing skills that the band descriptors assess and give you a brief explanation of how your writing can satisfy them. Then, we'll end with our top tips for preparing for the writing exam. In short, you will find out everything you need to start your IELTS writing journey in the best possible way!In this episode, you will learn:the basic facts about the IELTS writing test and how the Academic and General Training Tests differthe importance of the word count and how you should divide your timehow your final IELTS writing score is calculatedwhat you have to do in General Training Writing Task 1what you have to do in Academic Writing Task 1what topics you may have to have to discuss in your IELTS essay the eight types of IELTS essayhow IELTS writing tests your language and your academic writing skillswhat the four parts of the band descriptors are and what they testour advice as ex-examiners on what you should focus on when you start your preparation Useful Links Watch the first three lessons in my General Training Task 1 video course: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/categories/general-training-writing-task-1Watch the first three lessons in my Academic Task 1 video course: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/categories/academic-writing-task-1Watch the first three lessons in my IELTS essay video course: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/programs/writing-task-2-academic-general-trainingDownload my free ebook "An ex-examiner's guide to the Band IELTS Descriptors": https://mailchi.mp/myieltsclassroom/examiner-guide-to-ielts-band-descriptorsRate and review My IELTS ClassroomIf you are on Apple Podcasts, help us to help more people just like you by rating and reviewing our show. Reviews let other students - just like you - find our information-packed episodes and start their IELTS journey in the best possible way. Remember, My IELTS Classroom offers a range of IELTS services:IELTS Video courses: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/writingIELTS Essay Corrections: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/markingIELTS Speaking lessons: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/speakingFree blog lessons: http://blog.myieltsclassroom.comFree Podcast episodes:

If you are worried about IELTS reading, then you are in the right place! Today, Nick and I will tell you everything you need to start preparing for the IELTS reading test. This is the fourth episode of our IELTS 101 series and can find the full episode notes and a transcript of the conversation at http://podcast.myieltsclassroom.com/ Episode NotesYes, it is time to look at IELTS reading - the first of the two tests that are different for Academic and General Training students. Today, Nick and I will talk you through the basic facts of both tests, such as how long they last, and the type of texts you can expect to find in each part. Then, we will have a look at each of the question types in the exam and give you some clear advice about how to tackle each of them (spoiler - scanning does not work for every question!). We'll also show you which reading skills each of the questions is targeting, so that you can understand what your weak areas are and how you can improve them.In this episode, you will find out:basic facts about the IELTS reading test (number of sections, time, etc)what types of topics you can expect to read about in the passages of the Academic and General Training reading teststhe 10 types of question that you might be asked to tackle in the texthow you should start to prepare for the IELTS listening test our top advice for scoring well in the testUseful Links Common words that repeat in General Training reading tests: http://blog.myieltsclassroom.com/words-that-repeat-in-the-ielts-general-training-reading-test/How to tackle headings match questions: http://blog.myieltsclassroom.com/ielts-headings-match/How to tackle information match questions: http://blog.myieltsclassroom.com/ielts-reading-information-match-questions/How to tackle True / False / Not Given questions: http://blog.myieltsclassroom.com/true-false-not-given-the-basics/Rate and review My IELTS ClassroomIf you are on Apple Podcasts, help us to help more people just like you by rating and reviewing our show. Reviews let other students - just like you - find our information-packed episodes and start their IELTS journey in the best possible way. Remember, My IELTS Classroom offers a range of IELTS services:IELTS Video courses: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/writingIELTS Essay Corrections: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/markingIELTS Speaking lessons: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/speakingFree blog lessons: http://blog.myieltsclassroom.comFree Podcast episodes: https://myieltsclassroom.buzzsprout.com

Today, Nick and I introduce you to all aspects of the IELTS listening test. This is the third episode in our IELTS 101 series and you can find the full episode notes and a transcript of the conversation at http://podcast.myieltsclassroom.com/ Episode NotesMany students find that listening is the easiest of the four tests, but it can still definitely be very tricky if you don't prepare well. As usual in our 101 series, Nick and I start the episode by giving you some basic facts about the IELTS listening test, including the types of conversation that you will hear in each part and the types of question you will have to tackle.Then, we will go on to chat about some more complex aspects of listening such as the importance of being able to understand different accents (with Nick doing some fantastic impressions) and how you can follow conversations with more than two speakers. In this episode, you will learn:the basic facts about the IELTS listening tests (number of parts, reading time, etc)the types of questions that you will have to tackle in the testwhich listening skills IELTS tests during the examwhich accents you can expect to hear in the test (there are a lot!)why spelling is importanthow many questions you will need to get correct to get each band scorehow parts 1 and 2 specifically test General Training students, and parts 3 and 4 specifically target Academic students which types of text and questions you get in listening Part 1why IELTS removed the example from the start of the testwhich types of text and questions you get in listening Part 2which types of text and questions you get in listening Part 3which types of text and questions you get in listening Part 4our advice for how to get a high score in IELTS listeningIf you are just starting your IELTS journey, then you can find out EVERYTHING you need to know about listening in this episode (plus you can practice your listening at the the same time!!!)Useful Links How many points do you need to get a particular band score: http://blog.myieltsclassroom.com/start-preparing-for-ielts/Which podcasts will help you to improve your listening score: http://blog.myieltsclassroom.com/best-podcasts-for-ielts/Ted Talks: https://www.ted.com/talksRate and review My IELTS ClassroomIf you are on Apple Podcasts, help us to help more people just like you by rating and reviewing our show. Reviews let other students - just like you - find our information-packed episodes and start their IELTS journey in the best possible way. Remember, My IELTS Classroom offers a range of IELTS services:IELTS Video courses: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/writingIELTS Essay Corrections: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/markingIELTS Speaking lessons: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/speakingFree blog lessons: http://blog.myieltsclassroom.comFree Podcast episodes: https://myieltsclassroom.buzzsprout.com

In this episode, IELTS teachers Emma and Liz discuss part 3 of the IELTS Speaking test. Links Full transcript https://bit.ly/2xdtiFZ About Emma: https://bit.ly/359P3mF About Liz: https://bit.ly/3aG0wM6 More on IELTS Speaking: Emma's blog on Understanding the IELTS Speaking Test - https://bit.ly/2VE9qVX Liz's blog on Word families: learn one new word and ‘meet' two more – https://bit.ly/2YaAa2c Liz's blog on IELTS Speaking Game: Don't Say It! - https://bit.ly/3bGLd6V Preparation Materials: Emma and Liz gave examples from IELTS 12; you can purchase IELTS 14, which is the newest edition of our authentic practice tests series. IELTS 14 Academic - https://bit.ly/35gAxd2 IELTS 14 General Training – https://bit.ly/35dtlhQ How can I prepare for IELTS at home? Emma's blog on preparing for IELTS at home: https://bit.ly/3ePee2t Resource Finder – find the right preparation materials for you: https://bit.ly/2VFtNSy Free preparation tools: Sign up to our FREE Newsletter - https://bit.ly/35a0Oti We Love IELTS Website - https://bit.ly/2x9rzl0 We Love IELTS Blog - https://bit.ly/3cS32QJ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube We hope you enjoyed this episode and if you did please do rate and review! Have an idea for future episodes? Send us a message on our social channels; we'd love to hear from you! Facebook Instagram

In this episode, IELTS teachers Emma and Liz answer five questions they are frequently asked by their IELTS students. Links: Full transcript: https://bit.ly/2VGsBhW About Emma: https://bit.ly/2wYe9IN About Liz: https://bit.ly/2yyLpq9 How can I prepare for IELTS at home? Emma's blog on preparing for IELTS at home: https://bit.ly/2wZhibg Resource Finder – find the right preparation materials for you: https://bit.ly/2XeGjtK Which IELTS test should I prepare for? Find out more about the Academic test - https://bit.ly/3bTdjf0 Find out more about the General Training test - https://bit.ly/39MeYl1 Free preparation tools Sign up to our FREE Newsletter - https://bit.ly/3bYSu1Y We Love IELTS Website - https://bit.ly/2ReKwd2 We Love IELTS Blog - https://bit.ly/3dYSHE8 Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube Hope you enjoy this episode and if you did please do rate and review! Have an idea for future episodes? Send us a message on our social channels; we'd love to hear from you! Facebook, Instagram

Вы поняли, что вам нужен IELTS General Training, а не Academic? Что это? Чем отличается? На что обратить внимание? Где посмотреть задания? IELTS General Training — это один из двух, наряду с Academic, модулей теста IELTS, который ориентирован на определенную категорию кандидатов. В основном, это те, кто подают документы на программы иммиграции в англоговорящие страны. Особенности IELTS General Training вкратце экзаменаторы хотят увидеть, как человек ориентируется в общем, бытовом английском, а не в академическом — т.е. насколько он подготовлен к каждодневной жизни в англоязычной среде. Reading и Writing Task 1 — это главные отличия General Training от Academic. Listening, Writing Task 2 и Speaking — те же самые. Баллы те же самые — от 0 до 9. Дочитать здесь: https://myielts.kz/archives/12328

This podcast is taken from my YouTube Video (watch this to see the text). https://youtu.be/Fq000OEq_OU I take you through the first part of a Computer-Delivered #IELTS General Training Reading Test and look at the benefits of taking the test online (as well as the drawbacks!). The first reading is horrendous - the second is much easier, so skip forward if you don't like the first one! This is the practice test I used: https://ielts.com.au/computer-delivered-ielts/computer-reading-practice-test/ Test 1 Part 1: Difficulty rating 8/10

Woohoo! So, after discussing that she needed NOT the TOEFL iBT, but the IELTS General Training instead; rest assured, it was far more pleasant. When it comes to her speaking capabilities, it's sound. There are no real issues, but it's more just staying on topic and getting to the point. I hope you guys enjoy this!Pronunciation Course Phase II: https://www.udemy.com/share/102wQS/Pronunciation Course Phase 1: https://www.udemy.com/course/arsenios-american-esl-pronunciation-phase-1/?referralCode=8C3941AAFB58102377C4Book A Call With Me: https://calendly.com/arseniobuck/45minPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseniosesllearningPodcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7hdzplWx6xB8mhwDJYiP6fPodcast on ListenNote: https://www.listennotes.com/c/778cf3cfd2564ba5b01f693bfebc96de/arsenio-s-esl-podcast/Podcast on CastBox: https://castbox.fm/channel/Arsenio's-ESL-Podcast-id1251433?country=usFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Arseniobuck/?ref=bookmarksYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIzp4EdbJVMhhSnq_0u4ntAWebsite: https://thearseniobuckshow.com/Q & A: ArsenioBuck@icloud.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arsenio-buck-9692a6119/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thearseniobuckshow/?hl=enBuzz sprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/165390Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/arseniosesllearning)

A few weeks ago I talked about how a lot of people forget to prepare adequately for task 1.  This is a mistake, you don’t want to set yourself up for failure and this is an easy task to prepare for but it DOES take some time.  So let me give you my tips for getting your task 1 preparation plan together. Episode Links IELTS Freebie: Writing Task 1 Project Plan (General Training) IELTS Writing Correction Service  IELTS Writing and Speaking Digital Course Waitlist Survey Link: http://survey.libsyn.com/activateyourielts Transcript Instructions: Click the survey link above and complete.  Take a screenshot of completed survey and send to: teamactivateyourielts@gmail.com Stock Media Provided by Lndnsounds/Pond5Stock Media Provided by Lndnsounds/Pond5

Brought on the wonderful Veronika to share with us her ideas and achievements in scoring extremely high in IELTS. Although its IELTS General Training, the Writing Task 2, as well as the listening and speaking are the same. In this video, she shares her speaking tips of not including an opinion in politics, on top of not preparing for the reading segment that hindered her overall score. Keep in mind, she had taken the academic IELTS back in Russia when she was younger, but the general training was taken in Canada. Nonetheless, I'm hope you all enjoy this!Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arsenioseslle...Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7hdzplW...Podcast on FM: https://player.fm/series/2288534Podcast on TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Language-...Podcast on ListenNote: https://www.listennotes.com/c/778cf3c...Podcast on CastBox: https://castbox.fm/channel/Arsenio's-...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Arseniobuck/...Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIzp...Website: https://thearseniobuckshow.com/Q & A: ArsenioBuck@icloud.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arsenio-b...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thearseniob...Buzz sprout:

In this episode, Rob discusses how to get ideas for Cambridge IELTS Book 12 General Training Test 7 - Some people say that parents should encourage their children to take part in organised group activities in their free time. Others say that it is important for children to learn how to occupy themselves on their own.   Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

In this episode, Rob will talk about Cambridge IELTS Book 12 General Training Test 8 - In recent years, many small local shops have closed because customers travel to large shopping centres or malls to do their shopping. Is this a positive or negative development?   Visit us at www.ielts-transformation.com.au and sign up for a free practice test. Then, you can send us your writing to get the chance to have it corrected by us.

Looking at 2 model essays from the General Training test (slightly less formal then the Academic Test). Focusing on developing your points using my 'PEGS' method. Finish with a quick TFNG on the same topic

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A quick look at TFNG and a less common type of Matching Headings. Get the full text here https://www.ieltsetc.com/2019/03/ielts-gt-reading-passports-and-airports/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ieltsetc/message

In this episode, Rob and Paul discuss the question: In many places, new homes are needed, but the only space for building them is in the countryside. Some people believe it is more important to protect the countryside and not build new homes there. What is your opinion about this? We'll use our process for getting ideas. We'll include common mistakes that our students make. We'll discuss and come up with new vocabulary for this topic.   Enjoy

In this episode, you’re going to learn about the IELTS Reading Section,. We'll cover: Four important Academic IELTS Reading strategies The difference between the Academic and the General Training IELTS Tips for the Academic Reading IELTS What types of questions will be on the test Episode resources and links:  Free IELTS Practice Test Learn how to improve your IELTS band score with Magoosh! Use coupon code ieltspodcast to save 20% at ielts.magoosh.com    Episode 20 Transcript: Four IELTS Academic Reading Strategies Translations: (Tiếng Việt) Intro: Welcome to the Magoosh IELTS Podcast! This is Episode 20. In this episode, you’re going to learn about the IELTS Reading Section, including four important Academic IELTS Reading strategies. First your IELTS teacher Eliot and I will discuss the difference between the Academic and the General Training IELTS, then we’ll give you some tips for the Academic Reading IELTS, and we’ll end by talking a little bit about what types of questions will be on the test. Don’t forget to visit us at IELTS.Magoosh.com for more great resources to improve your IELTS band score. Use coupon code “ieltspodcast” to save 20% off your IELTS test prep! Okay, let’s get started! Part 1: Naomi: Today we’re discussing some basic information you should know for the IELTS Reading test--including four useful strategies to help you get a good score! Eliot: The first thing to know is the IELTS Reading Test can actually be one of two versions: the Academic version or the General Training version. Naomi: So, there are two versions of the IELTS? Eliot: Yes. Different programs and universities will require one version or the other, so make sure to check which version you should take! Naomi: But both tests evaluate your English reading skills, so they should have a few things in common, right? Eliot: That’s true! The Speaking and Listening sections are exactly the same. The reading and writing selections are really where you’re going to see the important differences between the two tests. Naomi: That makes sense. The Academic version of the IELTS is supposed to show how comfortable you are with jargon and technical language, so the readings they choose will probably use more advanced vocabulary than the General Instruction version, right? Eliot: Exactly. If you plan on taking the Academic version, having a large vocabulary will definitely help you out. You can expect to see sections from academic journals, technical charts and graphs, and textbooks, but also newspapers and magazines. Naomi: And the General Training version is more like what you would encounter in everyday life? Eliot: Yes, think advertisements and short magazine articles at the beginning, then more work-related texts in the second section. The last section will be a little more abstract and academic -- that’s the trickiest part of the General Training version. Naomi: Since these selections are usually from sources like newspapers and magazines, would reading regularly in English help expand your vocabulary? Eliot: Yes that’s a great idea--and we also have practice tests at Magoosh.com to help you prepare for the specific vocabulary you may encounter! Naomi: So Eliot, now we know the differences between the Academic IELTS and the General Training IELTS. What are some strategies students can use for taking these tests? Eliot: The first strategy is to skim each passage for 3 to 5 minutes before looking at the questions. Since you only have sixty minutes to get through the Reading section, pacing is going to be important for staying on track to finish. If you skim the texts before reading the questions, you’ll already have a basic idea of where to look in the text for answers. Naomi: I think it helps to set a framework for how much time you’ll spend on each section -- because the test is sixty minutes long and has three sections, you should try not to spend more than twenty minutes on each one. Eliot: That’s a great idea. You could spend three minutes skimming the test before looking at the questions, so you know where to look in the section for the answers you need. The reading test has 40 questions, and although some are easier or more difficult, they’re all worth one point. It makes sense to move on if you’re having trouble answering one and come back later if you have time. Naomi: Right! Don’t miss out on easy points. Eliot: But you shouldn’t forget to read the directions, either. It’s never a waste of time to make sure you know how to mark the right answer, or the right kind of format to use. Naomi: Exactly! Naomi: Before we find out some other IELTS Reading strategies, let’s pause for a word from Magoosh. Midroll: Kevin: Do you want a great IELTS score? Magoosh can help!   Here’s what you’ll get with Magoosh:             In-depth video lessons that cover concepts, pitfalls, and shortcuts             Over 200 practice questions to help you prepare for your exam             24/7 email access to a team of remote tutors ready to answer your questions Are you ready to improve your score and get into your dream program? Great! We’re ready to help you. Visit us at ielts.magoosh.com and use coupon code “podcast” to save 20% off your IELTS test prep. Now back to the show!   Part 2: Naomi: So Eliot, what are some other strategies people can use on the IELTS Reading Section? Eliot: We’ve already talked about the basics of skimming. The second strategy is to underline keywords in the text as you skim. Naomi: I try to always look at the title and read the first couple sentences, and underline parts that seem important so I can find them quickly. Eliot: Yeah, make sure not to get caught up in details, and just ignore words you don’t recognize -- they’ll only slow you down. Naomi: Great, so what’s strategy number three? Eliot: It’s very similar to our last tip. Strategy number three is to write short notes as reminders about the passage as you skim. That way you can easily locate different parts of the passage later. Naomi: Good idea! And strategy number four? Eliot: Strategy number four is to find keywords in the questions, and scan the passage to find those keywords, or paraphrases of those keywords, in the text. Naomi: So you’re saying that by identifying keywords in the questions, you can easily go back and find the matching concepts in your notes on passages? Eliot: Yes! For example, if a question asks about a name or date, those should be easy to find in the text. Naomi: Okay, I see those are helpful strategies. So Eliot, are there certain types of questions that show up a lot in the IELTS Reading Section? Eliot: Yes! The IELTS has multiple-choice questions like most other tests, but it has some other, more unusual types of questions too. Naomi: You’re talking about the True/False/Not Given questions, right? Eliot: Yes, those are one example, and they can be really difficult. For True/False/Not Given questions, you’ll need to decide whether a given statement is true or false according to the passage. If the statement is confirmed by something in the passage, mark “true”...if it can contradict something found in the passage, mark “false”. But if the information isn’t in the text at all, you should mark “not given”. Naomi: Okay, so I know there are also “matching” questions on the IELTS. Can you tell us about those? Eliot: Yes, you’ll see questions asking you to match headings, information, features, and sentence endings with different paragraphs from the reading selection. Naomi: Okay, sounds pretty straightforward. What about “sentence completion” and “short answer” questions? Eliot: Sentence Completion questions ask you to fill in blanks from words in the text from the ends of sentences. For Short Answer questions you just need to answer a question using information from the text. Naomi: Okay. And I know there are also “completion questions”…what are those? Eliot: Those are questions that ask you to complete a set of notes, a table, a diagram, or a summary with information from the reading. Naomi: Makes sense…and those are all the types of questions in the Reading Section, right? Eliot: Yes, I think that about sums it up! Just remember to skim the passage before reading the questions, underline and make notes, and don’t waste time on questions you can’t answer! Outro So what did you think? If you need more practice, check out the show notes for a transcript of this episode and links to the resources we mentioned. Oh and by the way! We’re looking for volunteers to help us translate the show transcripts from English to your first language. If you are interested, please email me at naomi@magoosh.com with the subject line “translation,” and let me know what language you can translate into!   Thanks for listening! If you like our show, help us out by leaving a rating and review in Apple Podcasts, it helps people find us! And don’t forget to hit the subscribe button. Until next time! This is Naomi at Magoosh, wishing you happy studying!  

It's the first week of the November Speaking Challenge and in this podcast I explain the benefits of taking part, speaking every day, recording yourself and joining the Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/321358865317293/ It's never too late to start the Challenge - get your Progress Log on my website or click on this link http://eepurl.com/dL6rPk As for the Reading, this week it's a tricky General Training, with lots of True/False/Not Given questions (it also gives a lot of useful real-life tips on how to get a pay rise!) Get the full Reading on my website https://www.ieltsetc.com/2018/11/ielts-gt-reading-pay-rise/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ieltsetc/message

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If you are a new listener to this podcast, welcome! I'm Craig. This is Reza, and we are going to help you take it to the next level.  With over 40 years of teaching between us, we'll help you improve your grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. In this episode: the TOEFL and IELTS test Feedback:  email from Antonio Tenorio (who also nominated us for the UK podcasters’ award. I've been looking for a way to learn English through listening to podcasts and I found this one which is helping me a lot because it's the best I ever met (heard). Reza and Craig are very skillful in (at) teaching English and they create all their podcasts in order to convey the best to their listeners. I send you a big hug and  please keep pushing and helping us to learn your greats language. Thank you. We spoke about IELTS in Episode 15, (  http://www.inglespodcast.com/2014/02/21/aprender-ingles-con-reza-y-craig-15/)  and compared IELTS to Cambridge exams (FCE, CAE etc) in Episode 24. (http://www.inglespodcast.com/2014/06/05/money-money-money-must-be-funny-in-the-rich-mans-world-airc24/ ) IELTS IELTS is the International English Language Testing System A collaboration between the British Council (the UK govt.’s cultural body and most important English language teaching org.);  IDP: IELTS Australia ( Australian universities and recruitment/employment agency); Cambridge English Language Assessment. Test overview  In IELTS, there are four papers: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. There are two different IELTS modules: Academic and General Training.  The Speaking and Listening tests are the same in both modules, but the Reading and Writing tests are different.  Academic module  Choose this if you wish to study at undergraduate or postgraduate levels, or if you are seeking professional registration, e.g. doctors and nurses.  General Training module  Choose this if you wish to migrate to an English-speaking country, (e.g. Australia, Canada, New Zealand, UK, or also USA) or if you wish to train or study at below degree level. IELTS FORMAT - ON PAPER, not computer Each skill is tested separately. Listening - 40 questions, 4 sections, a variety of question types - 30 mins. approx. Reading - 40 questions, 3 texts, a variety of question types  - 60 mins. Academic module has more academic texts, whereas General module has non-academic texts. Writing - 2 tasks, 60 mins. Academic Q1: write about a diagram(s) incl. some statistics. General Q1: letter responding to a situation. Q2: an essay giving your opinion on a topci. Speaking - 3 parts: personal info; responding to a prompt card about a topic with three bullet points to talk about; conversation with examiner connected to prompt card topic - 11-14 minutes. One examiner talks to one candidate in a room. It is recorded. Price: approximately £115 (€190, $200) IELTS Links: http://www.cambridgeenglish.org/exams/ielts/why-take-the-test/  http://www.ielts.org/  http://takeielts.britishcouncil.org/ Free or longer paid version for practice: http://www.roadtoielts.com/testdrive/ Free apps: http://takeielts.britishcouncil.org/prepare-your-test/1001-ways-app https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ubl.ielts&feature=search_result   TOEFL - Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL iBT (computer) test. There is also a pBT (paper) version, but only available in very very few countries.  Who accepts TOEFL? More than 9,000 colleges, agencies and other institutions in over 130 countries accept TOEFL scores. Other organizations rely on TOEFL scores as well: Immigration departments use them to issue residential and work visas Medical and licensing agencies use them for professional certification purposes Individuals use them to measure their progress in learning English TOEFL FORMAT - ON COMPUTER, not paper During the test, you are asked to perform tasks that combine/integrate more than one skill, such as: Read, listen and then speak in response to a question Listen and then speak in response to a question Read, listen and then write in response to a question Reading - 60–80 minutes - 36–56 questions Read 3 or 4 passages from academic texts and answer questions. Listening - 60–90 minutes - 34–51 questions Listen to lectures, classroom discussions and conversations, then answer questions. Break - 10 minutes Speaking - 20 minutes - 6 tasks Express an opinion on a familiar topic; speak based on reading and listening tasks about campus situations & academic situations. Writing - 50 minutes - 2 tasks Question 1: Write essay response based on reading and listening tasks;  Question 2: support an opinion on a topic. It takes approximately 10 days to get the results from the TOEFL test. It can cost between $150 - $225, although it usually costs about $160 - $180. Links: General info: http://www.ets.org/s/toefl/flash/17494/TOEFL_Resources_Web_Video.htm Test overview: http://www.ets.org/toefl/ibt/about/content/ What happens at test centre: http://www.ets.org/s/toefl/flash/15571_toefl_prometric.HTML Overview of each part of test, with a few simple questions: http://www.ets.org/Media/Tests/TOEFL/tour/highrez/start-web_content.HTML Writing & Speaking video tutorial: http://www.ets.org/toefl/ibt/about/video_library/ DOWNLOADBALE OFFICIAL free test practice: http://www.ets.org/toefl/ibt/prepare/toefl_interactive_sampler/ There's some free practice here, inc. Speaking, (and a lot more if you pay): TOEFL NETWORK- http://www.toeflnetwork.com/#/page/5 Send us an email, or record your voice and send us a sound file, with a comment or question to craig@inglespodcast.com or belfastreza@gmail.com. On next week's episode: Telephone English   The music in this podcast is by Pitx. The track is called 'See You Later'