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Get our FREE IELTS VIDEO TRAINING COURSE NOW!   Did you know that you should spend LESS time on grammar when you prepare for the IELTS exam? Does that sound strange to you? If it does then you should listen to today’s episode. Why shouldn’t you focus on grammar?   It’s not worth the time and it’s almost impossible to improve your grammar score for the speaking section quickly. Don’t waste your time on grammar textbooks. Instead of doing grammar exercises, you should try reading a newspaper to improve your reading score.     In speaking, you are graded on 4 things: fluency and coherence- keep talking and don’t use “ums” and “uhs’ vocab- use exaggerated language, slangs, and idioms to get a 7 pronunciation- get a 7 by using intonation and emotions grammar- this will be much harder to improve   Remember, your speaking score is an average. You can still get a speaking score of 7 without focusing on grammar.   What do you think? Are you focusing a lot on grammar? Are you going to change your strategy after today’s episode? Let us know below. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

22 Huhti 201515min

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20 Huhti 201516min

Get your FREE IELTS CHEAT SHEET NOW   What is the IELTS? Who takes it, and why? Today, Lindsay and Jessica discuss all the basics of the IELTS exam!   The IELTS is an exam that’s usually taken by non-native English speakers. The academic version of the exam is for students who want to study in a English-language university. A more general IELTS exam is taken by job candidates who want to work in English-speaking countries. The two versions are very similar – the only difference is that the academic test has more difficult reading and writing sections.   IELTS is completed with pencil and paper, and by speaking with a real person. This is very different from something like TOEFL, which is computerized. However, the IELTS does have very specific rules. This means that knowing what to expect can help you get a better score.   If you’re at intermediate level and you’re planning to take the exam, you should begin preparing for it least 3-6 months ahead. Also, be aware that the IELTS is very popular, so seats fill up fast. Ielts.org has a list of where and when you can take the exam.     Many people who take the test don’t get the score they need the first time. Don’t worry, you can take it again! The best way to improve your chances is to know what to expect, and to prepare.   More details are coming soon about our 3 Keys IELTS System! Stay tuned to learn more!   Are you going to take the IELTS? Tell us why, and how you’re preparing for it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

14 Huhti 201515min

Get your FREE IELTS CHEAT SHEET   Do you want to impress the examiner in the IELTS speaking section? Today, find out why exaggerating will give you a better score!   If you want to stand out in the IELTS speaking section, you need to energize the English you’re using. You can’t just say something boring like “I’m hungry” when you can get more attention by saying “I’m starving – if I don’t eat now, I’m gonna die!” Of course, you don’t need to exaggerate all the time when you speak English, but doing it during your speaking exam will definitely impress your teacher. Use adverbs to magnify your adjectives, and use idioms and metaphors to add color to what you’re saying. Also, use excited and dramatic intonation to show emotion. Doing these will make you a more interesting and natural-sounding speaker, and get you a better score.   Here are some examples: “I totally love my bedroom. It’s by far the best room in my house!” “The couch is so soft it’s like sitting on a cloud.” “I like days when the sun’s beating down on me in total brilliance.”   How can you talk like a drama king or queen? Share your thoughts in the comments section below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

13 Huhti 201514min

Get your FREE IELTS CHEAT SHEET: http://www.allearsenglish.com/evaluation Let's talk about it- leave us a question at http://allearsenglish.com/aee-ielts-american-british-english/   Should you speak American English or British English on the IELTS? Today, Jessica and Lindsay talk about accents, and what you can expect on the exam!   The IELTS was developed in Cambridge, United Kingdom. So does that mean you should speak English with a British accent when you take the exam? The answer is no. English is now a global language, and the IELTS is a global exam. On the listening section, you are likely to hear American, British, Indian and other kinds of English accents. And it doesn’t matter which you use when you speak – as long as your pronunciation is clear! It’s a good idea to get used to different accents so you don’t have trouble understanding them on test day. Consider listening to podcasts from the different places, and don’t be afraid to work with a teacher from anywhere.   Which English accents are you used to hearing? Which ones are difficult for you to understand? Let us know in the comments section below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

9 Huhti 201510min

Get your FREE IELTS CHEAT SHEET: http://www.allearsenglish.com/evaluation   Come back to http://allearsenglish.com/aee-ielts-examiner-stop-speaking-test/ and leave a comment Why does the IELTS examiner stop you in the speaking test? Today, Jessica and Lindsay talk about why this happens, and why you shouldn’t worry about it!   It can be frustrating if the IELTS examiner asks you a question, and you begin answering it, and then they stop you while you’re speaking. You might think that you made an English mistake, or the examiner doesn’t like your answer. But that’s not what’s happening. Timing is the issue. The examiner has only a certain amount of time to ask you about specific things. As part of their job, they must stop you – and it has nothing to do with the quality of your English, or your answer. Don’t let an abrupt interruption like this cause you extra anxiety! Expect it to happen, and don’t take it personally. All tests have to follow their timing.   Do you think being interrupted while you’re English speaking might cause you anxiety? What do you plan to do about it? Share your thoughts in the comments section below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

7 Huhti 201511min

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2 Huhti 201514min

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1 Huhti 201511min