IELTS Energy English 7+
Lindsay McMahon, Jessica Beck, Aubrey Carter
Do you want to get a band 7 on the IELTS exam? IELTS exam preparation doesn’t have to be hard or boring! It can be fun! Aubrey and Jessica from All Ears English are back with a new way to help you achieve the IELTS score you need for the General or the Academic exam! We’ll give you IELTS strategies, practice, tips, tricks, and secrets using real English examples. We’ll show you how to take control of the Speaking Section by reducing anxiety, panic, and fear. You’ll learn what to do when your mind goes blank, how to organize your thoughts and how to use intonation, English pronunciation and native English vocabulary such as phrasal verbs and idioms to impress the Examiner. You’ll find out which grammar points you should use in the Speaking Test and which ones you should avoid to get a band 7. You’ll also get guidance on how to prepare for Writing Task 1 and Writing Task 2 with help on the opinion essay, graphs and charts, and the argument or discursive essay. You’ll get tips on how to succeed with IELTS listening comprehension strategies and how to get the highest possible score on the reading test. You’ll find out how to use practice tests to get the maximum score increase to go from a 5 or 6 to a 7 or higher. We’ll show you the common mistakes that most students make on test day, what to expect on the day of the exam, and how the exam is structured. You’ll get the best possible resource recommendations from Jessica Beck who has taught IELTS for more than 14 years.
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Apr 25, 2016 • 15min
IELTS Energy 240: The Best Advice and The Worst Advice for IELTS Writing Task 2
Hosts discuss strategies for IELTS Writing Task 2, maintaining a youthful spirit, and finding fulfillment in one's profession. They debunk advice from an IELTS test center, explore the trustworthiness of IELTS Writing Task 2 advice, and offer tips on effective paraphrasing. They also share a fun idea for students and how to meet their needs in a course.
Apr 20, 2016 • 21min
IELTS Energy 239: Is There a Magic Number of Idioms to Get You a 7 on IELTS Speaking?
Join the hosts as they discuss the charm and qualities of West Coast beach towns. Explore the popularity of locally made items and the importance of vocabulary range in the IELTS speaking test. Learn about the benefits of joining the 'power hour' class and the Three Keys community.
Apr 19, 2016 • 25min
IELTS Energy 238: How One 3 Keys Student's Essay Hit the Writing Sweet Spot
The hosts discuss the relevance of 'debilitating' for the IELTS exam. Tips for improving writing scores and advice for success in the exam are shared. The importance of varied sentence structures and interesting resources in enhancing English skills is emphasized.
Apr 18, 2016 • 15min
IELTS Energy 237: Are These High IELTS Scores Real? Are They Even Possible?
The hosts discuss strategies and advice for improving scores in the IELTS exam. They address skepticism towards high IELTS scores and emphasize the importance of understanding the examiner's expectations. Learn about the significance of addressing bullet points properly in task one and the importance of testimonials from successful students in proving the effectiveness of the course.
Apr 13, 2016 • 19min
IELTS Energy 236: How Trusting the Wrong IELTS Resource Will Lead to Disaster
Hosts discuss the danger of using the wrong IELTS resources. They highlight the importance of practicing with recommended materials and investing in a good course. They also emphasize the benefits of a Facebook group for student interaction and celebrate success stories.
Apr 12, 2016 • 20min
IELTS Energy 235: IELTS Speaking Part 3 Answers for the HOTTEST Topic
The hosts share stories about their protective dogs and discuss preparation for the IELTS Speaking Test. They emphasize the importance of contextualized education and expressing strong opinions. They also talk about the shift towards online education and give tips on handling similar answers in the speaking test.
Apr 11, 2016 • 18min
IELTS Energy 234: Paulo's 3 Keys Success Story with a 7.5 in IELTS Writing
A student shares their success story of improving their IELTS writing score from 6.5 to 7.5 using the Three Keys course. The importance of planning and generating ideas in writing is discussed, along with the advantages and disadvantages of the increasing number of elderly in society. The guest recommends the comprehensive Three Keys Course for IELTS preparation.
Apr 6, 2016 • 22min
IELTS Energy 233: Trivial Time Wasters That Will Derail Your IELTS Score
Learn about common time-wasting mistakes for IELTS and strategies to excel. Discover the importance of accuracy and fluency in speaking, intense training for examiners, and managing time effectively for test prep.
Apr 5, 2016 • 18min
IELTS Energy 232: Speaking Part 3 How To and How NOT To
The hosts discuss their weekend plans, including going to a brewery and having dinner. They provide strategies and sample answers for part three of the IELTS exam. They explore the reasons for organizing family parties and how traditions have changed. The importance of descriptive language and honesty in the IELTS speaking test is emphasized.
Apr 4, 2016 • 18min
IELTS Energy 231: Two Activities to Understand Three People on IELTS Listening
Tips for understanding conversations with multiple speakers on the IELTS test. Childhood summer games and listener questions. Importance of prioritizing the IELTS course. Dislike of mailmen and motivation to create teaching materials. Two recommended comedy podcasts for learning and impressing examiners. Three-step approach to improve listening skills and gain confidence.
