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 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.
Nov 14, 2023 • 19min
IELTS Energy 1329: Why are my IELTS Results Delayed?
The podcast discusses the reasons behind delayed IELTS results and the importance of English proficiency. It explores the strict scoring procedures, cheating challenges, and consequences in IELTS exams. Listeners are encouraged to participate in a poll on the strongest IELTS skill.
Nov 8, 2023 • 12min
IELTS Energy 1328: Don’t Use ‘Get’ on IELTS
This podcast explores the consequences of using 'get' frequently in the IELTS Speaking Section and provides alternative words to use. It also discusses the discomfort of sitting in the middle seat of a car and introduces a new car model for ultimate passenger comfort. Additionally, it explores the idiomatic meaning of the phrasal verb 'get hold of' and emphasizes the importance of practicing higher-level words instead of relying on 'get'. Lastly, it provides tips for the IELTS Speaking Test, including avoiding the use of 'get' and using alternative verbs instead.
Nov 7, 2023 • 14min
IELTS Energy 1327: The Difference Between 7 and 8 for Speaking
Learn about the differences between scoring a 7 and 8 in the speaking section of the IELTS exam, including fluency, coherence, vocabulary, and linking phrases. Discover the key distinctions in vocabulary usage and pronunciation between a 7 and 8 score. Understand the importance of using a wider variety of vocabulary, including idioms and phrasal verbs, for a Band 8 score. Maintain consistent language proficiency throughout the speaking exam and consider the difficulty of part three. Check out their online course for further assistance.
Nov 1, 2023 • 16min
IELTS Energy 1326: Model Band 9 Task 1 IELTS Essay
The hosts analyze a difficult Band 9 essay for an IELTS Task 1 exam, discussing strategies for organizing information from a table. They highlight the importance of linking phrases and proper labeling of numbers in the essay. They also explore the challenges of presenting information logically in a model essay with tied numbers.
