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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Aug 24, 2016 • 19min
IELTS Energy 293: 3 Perfect Prep Strategies from a Writing Wizard
In this podcast, the hosts discuss various strategies for preparing for the IELTS writing exam. They highlight the importance of organizing ideas, using transition phrases, and following an outline. They also share tips on learning and remembering vocabulary through context, emphasizing the use of a vocabulary notebook and high-level resources. Additionally, they talk about the significance of having ideas when writing for the exam and recommend reading articles, newspapers, magazines, and watching TED talks. The podcast also includes a casual conversation and a sponsor mention.
Aug 23, 2016 • 21min
IELTS Energy 292: Real Resources for a Really High IELTS Score
This podcast discusses the benefits of using NPR for thinking skills, hosts talk about summer activities and drink delivery app Drizzly, casual conversation about birthdays and extra listening resources, using real materials for IELTS practice, podcast recommendations for IELTS preparation, and benefits of using authentic resources for IELTS preparation.
Aug 22, 2016 • 20min
IELTS Energy 291: Real Student Consult! Clear up your Communication in Speaking and Writing
The podcast discusses challenges in IELTS preparation, such as being too wordy in writing. It emphasizes effective brainstorming and time management in the writing exam, and offers tips for organizing answers in the speaking test. The importance of practicing with IELTS experts is highlighted, along with the availability of consultations for students in the course.
Aug 18, 2016 • 23min
IELTS Energy Bonus: How Ana got a 9 on IELTS Speaking!
In this podcast, a special guest, Anna from Brazil, shares her experience of scoring a 9 in the speaking section of the IELTS test. The importance of immersion, reading, and watching movies in English is discussed. They also talk about improving scores in the writing test and the role of testing strategies.
Aug 17, 2016 • 22min
IELTS Energy 290: 4 Simple Steps to 7+ Speaking
The podcast discusses the importance of communication over grammar in language learning, the significance of practicing speaking for fluency and confidence, and three steps to improve speaking skills for the IELTS exam. They also emphasize the importance of speaking in English for the speaking test.
Aug 16, 2016 • 16min
IELTS Energy 289: Exclusive Power Tips for IELTS Speaking and Writing
The podcast discusses effective strategies for writing task one in the IELTS exam, tips for IELTS speaking and writing, understanding the difference between speaking in real life and in the IELTS exam, and tips for improving IELTS speaking and writing skills.
Aug 15, 2016 • 18min
IELTS Energy 288: Get Dulce's Success System for IELTS Overall 7
The podcast features an interview with Dulce, a successful IELTS exam taker. The hosts discuss strategies for improving scores, including skimming and scanning. They also share tips for the speaking section, such as word repetition and fake laughter. The importance of following directions in tests and trusting the system is emphasized. Dulce achieves an overall score of 7 and plans to pursue a PhD in the history of India.
Aug 10, 2016 • 15min
IELTS Energy 287: Why You NEED to Talk About the IELTS Culture of Pets
The podcast discusses the importance of talking about pets in the IELTS exam, including how pet culture can appear in various sections of the exam. It also explores the significance of discussing pets from a cultural perspective, addresses the misconception of equating pets to children, and delves into the topics of pet ownership, animal welfare, and the culture of pets.
Aug 9, 2016 • 25min
IELTS Energy 286: Your Easiest Solution for IELTS Writing Task 2
The podcast discusses a new course focused on real-life issues for IELTS, success stories of students scoring well on the exam, and the importance of giving specific details in writing. The hosts also express excitement about the recording and promotion of their popular Three Keys course.
Aug 8, 2016 • 18min
IELTS Energy 285: The 6-month Study Plan for Moving Your Writing Score from 5.5 to 7
The hosts talk about the significance of connection in podcasting and share experiences of feeling connected to other podcasters. They offer suggestions for improving IELTS scores, particularly in writing, and discuss a 6-month study plan. They emphasize the importance of task achievement, cohesion, and coherence, and provide advice on understanding examiner expectations. They also discuss personalized study plans, the unique requirements of the IELTS writing exam, and encourage listeners to leave reviews.
