

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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Dec 15, 2023 • 16min
IELTS Energy 1338: I Reckon this is Fantastic Vocabulary!
The hosts discuss vocabulary for IELTS speaking, including phrases like 'I reckon' and 'fair enough'. They explore alternative phrases to replace 'to be honest' and highlight the usage of 'fair enough' in IELTS. The importance of paraphrasing instructions and incorporating unique vocabulary in IELTS Speaking Part 2 is emphasized.

Dec 12, 2023 • 17min
IELTS Energy 1337: Can AI Write IELTS Questions?
The hosts discuss leveraging AI for IELTS preparation, the importance of tenacity in the exam, understanding the scoring system and extending ideas, learning idioms, using AI for IELTS tasks, and analyzing the results of a sample task for a formal letter.

Dec 8, 2023 • 19min
IELTS Energy 1336: Perfect Timing Strategies for Writing
The hosts discuss timing strategies in the IELTS Writing section, the importance of checking and improving writing skills, effective strategies for planning and writing essays, and strategies for writing and checking essays in IELTS.

Dec 5, 2023 • 17min
IELTS Energy 1335: IELTS Part 1 Live Listening Practice
The podcast covers IELTS listening practice, strategies for approaching listening questions, an exciting sailboat trip with stunning cliffs and a brewery, and the popularity of taking photos or going for a walk on the moors as tourist activities.

Dec 1, 2023 • 16min
IELTS Energy 1334: How to Know Your Level for First Time Test Takers
Learn how to determine your English level and get an estimated band score for the IELTS exam. Discover tips for diagnosing your speaking and writing scores, and strategies for self-scoring challenges in IELTS writing. Get study plan strategies to improve your scores and receive feedback on your speaking and writing.

Nov 28, 2023 • 20min
IELTS Energy 1333: Why Slowing Down Gets Higher Speaking Scores
Learn the benefits of slowing down during the IELTS speaking exam, including improved scores. Get tips on how to slow down and emphasize interesting words. Discover the importance of taking a moment to think before responding to questions and how it can enhance fluency and pronunciation.

Nov 21, 2023 • 15min
IELTS Energy 1332: Vocabulary that Precipitates High IELTS Scores
Learn vocabulary for IELTS scores, understand the usage of 'bring about', discuss the word 'provoke' and its use in writing and speaking, explore formal and informal vocabulary in the IELTS exam.

Nov 21, 2023 • 19min
IELTS Energy 1331: How to Expand on Ideas for IELTS Writing Task 2
In this podcast, the hosts discuss the challenge of coming up with specific high-scoring ideas for IELTS Task 2 essays. They emphasize the importance of not caring about winning and instead focusing on doing your best. They also talk about using real examples and evidence in writing tasks, as well as the negative consequences of venting on social media. Lastly, they explore the importance of finding benefits and examples to support a topic, specifically focusing on social media.

Nov 15, 2023 • 22min
IELTS Energy 1330: 7 Tips to Sound Natural on IELTS Speaking
Learn practical tips to sound natural on the IELTS speaking test. Reduce hesitation and filler words, mimic native speakers, and focus on effective communication. Speaking quickly doesn't improve scores. Practice informal fillers for fluency. Share personal experiences and avoid certain topics.

Nov 15, 2023 • 8min
IELTS Energy: Band 9 Adjectives and Black Friday
Learn about band nine adjectives for the IELTS test and a limited time offer for vocabulary-focused courses. Explore the meanings of the adjectives 'exquisite' and 'ravenous' and how they can enhance vocabulary skills. Get ready for the upcoming Black Friday offer.