Description

Welcome to My IELTS Classroom podcast. In the first episode of our IELTS 101 series, Nick and I introduce you to the basics of the IELTS test. If you are just starting your IELTS preparation, then this is the perfect episode for you, as we cover everything from what "IELTS" means to how your final score is calculated (and everything in between!). You can find the full episode notes for this episode and a transcript of the conversation at http://podcast.myieltsclassroom.com/

Episode Notes

The world of IELTS can seem a bit scary when you first start your preparation - but I promise that it doesn't have to be! Nick and I  work hard to make taking IELTS as painless as possible (and even a little but fun!) Today, we want to start right from the very beginning by taking you through all of the basic facts about the IELTS exam.

In this episode, you will learn the answers to these questions:

1. What does the word IELTS mean (and how is it pronounced!)?
2. Who are Cambridge, IDP and the British Council?
3. How can you choose the best IELTS test centre in your local area?
4. Why do people need to take the IELTS exam?
5. What is the differences between the Academic IELTS exam and the General Training IELTS exam?
6. What do the IELTS scores mean (and how can you understand your current level)?
7. Should you sit the new computer-based IELTS test or stick with the original paper-based test?

In fact, by the end of the lesson you will have all of the information you need to start your IELTS preparation in the best possible way.

Useful Links 

• Read more about the difference between IDP and the British Council: http://blog.myieltsclassroom.com/british-council-vs-idp/
• Find your local test centres: https://www.ielts.org/book-a-test/find-a-test-location.
• Find your current level: https://www.cambridgeenglish.org/test-your-english/general-english/
• Read more about the difference between the paper-based test and the computer based test: http://blog.myieltsclassroom.com/ielts-computer-based-test-vs-paper-test/

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