All you need for IELTS success: Recent Episodes
WeLoveIELTS
This podcast is for anyone taking the IELTS test. Every episode we'll be joined by experts from the world of IELTS (teachers, authors and former IELTS examiners) to help you prepare for your test.
We know preparing for IELTS can be challenging, which is why we're here to help. So whether you're taking Academic or General Training, you have six weeks or six months to prepare, we hope we can help you on your IELTS journey.
Idioms are frequently used in all types of language - in informal and formal contexts, in spoken and written language. But for many people, understanding what idioms mean and using them correctly can be a real challenge. In this episode, Fabio will be discussing how to use them in your IELTS test.
We hope you enjoy this episode. If you do, please rate and review!
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Transcript: https://cambrid.ge/3QLAH2R
Mini lesson: Should I use IELTS in the IELTS test? https://weloveielts.cambridge.org/mini-lessons/should-i-use-idioms-in-the-ielts-test
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In this episode, IELTS teacher Fabio is joined by former IELTS test taker Artem. Artem took the IELTS exam to enroll in a foreign university. He needed to achieve a band score 6.0 but ended up achieving 7.0. Find out how he did it and more by listening to the episode.
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Transcript: https://cambrid.ge/3R6KG2n
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In this episode IELTS teacher Fabio is speaking to former IELTS test taker Eleia from Jordan. Eleia has taken the IELTS test twice. In this episode he shares some really useful strategies to help you prepare and stay motivated during your preparation.
We hope you enjoy this episode. If you do, please rate and review!
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Transcript: https://cambrid.ge/3R6IGqT
Book: IELTS Trainer 2 https://weloveielts.cambridge.org/product/ielts-trainer-2-academic
Book: IELTS 17: https://weloveielts.cambridge.org/product/ielts-17-academic
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One way to get a higher score for grammatical range in IELTS Speaking is to use a variety of grammatical structures accurately, and verb patterns are considered grammatical structures. But what are verb patterns? Listen to Fabio’s podcast to find out.
We hope you enjoy this episode. If you do, please rate and review!
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Transcript: https://cambrid.ge/3K8m9HX
Mini lesson - Using different verb patterns to improve grammatical range https://weloveielts.cambridge.org/mini-lessons/using-different-verb-patterns-to-improve-grammatical-range-in-ielts-speaking
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If you have a sense of achievement every time you study towards the test, you will make much better progress. Your preparation is focused on achievement and success, rather than frustration and failure, which are things that are not good for motivation.
Studying with other people is another way to keep yourself motivated and make further progress and may also keep you on track.
Listen to our latest episode to find out more.
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Useful links:
Transcript: https://cambrid.ge/3PBVPay
Mini lesson - Making progress in small steps: https://weloveielts.cambridge.org/study-tips/making-progress-in-small-doses
Mini lesson - Working with a study buddy https://weloveielts.cambridge.org/study-tips/working-with-a-study-buddy
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One of the key ingredients when you are preparing for IELTS is motivation and setting goals that you want to achieve is something that can really keep you motivated. But how can you set a goal? Listen to this episode and find out.
We hope you enjoy this episode. If you do, please rate and review!
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Transcript: https://cambrid.ge/3QBwG0z
Sophie’s mini lesson: https://weloveielts.cambridge.org/study-tips/set-smart-goals
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Did you know, the best way to improve your listening skills is not by doing lots of Listening tests? The very best way to make your listening better is to make listening in English a part of your everyday life. Find out 5 simple ways to do this every day by listening to this episode.
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Transcript: https://cambrid.ge/3QvyhVD
Liz’s mini lesson: https://weloveielts.cambridge.org/mini-lessons/5-ways-to-improve-your-ielts-listening-skills-every-day
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In today’s episode, IELTS teacher Fabio will be speaking about his experience as an IELTS test taker and sharing 3 strategies that you can start using today to help you succeed in the test.
We hope you enjoy this episode. If you do, please rate and review!
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Transcript: https://cambrid.ge/3JIymmt
Fabio’s mini lesson: https://weloveielts.cambridge.org/study-tips/top-3-strategies-from-a-successful-ielts-candidate
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Test practice is a great way to try out different test strategies to see which ones help you get more answers correct, save you time, or perform better in the IELTS test. It's a great way to become more familiar with the test format which will increase your confidence on test day.
Find out how best to use practice tests in this episode with IELTS teacher Pete Jones.
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Transcript: https://cambrid.ge/3cHJFiD
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In Part 2 of the IELTS Writing test you may be asked to what extent you agree or disagree with a given statement. In this episode IELTS teacher Fabio will be explaining what to do should you be presented with this question and sharing some example answers.
We hope you enjoy this episode. If you do, please rate and review!
Useful links:
Mini lesson: https://cambrid.ge/3zADoON
IELTS 17: https://weloveielts.cambridge.org/product/ielts-17-academic
Transcript: https://cambrid.ge/3S0E0Ei
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Former IELTS test taker Chia Ying took IELTS Academic last August (2021) to fulfill her dream of becoming an English teacher. After just 6 weeks of preparation, she managed to achieve a band score 8.0. Listen to today’s episode to find out how she did it and find out her top tips for fellow IELTS test takers.
We hope you enjoy this episode. If you do, please rate and review!
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Transcript: https://cambrid.ge/3aLqFz7
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Former IELTS test taker Christian Menetti took IELTS to gain residency in New Zealand. In 3 months he managed to get the score he needed to move to New Zealand. In this episode, Christian shares his experience of taking the test and his top tips for getting the score you need.
We hope you enjoy this episode. If you do, please rate and review!
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Transcript: https://cambrid.ge/3au5CAR
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We Love IELTS teacher and former test taker Hong has been learning English since studying it in secondary school in Vietnam. Find out more about how she scored a band 8 in IELTS and became an English teacher, as well as her top tips for those currently taking the test.
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Transcript: https://cambrid.ge/3RaAsim
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Sara from Italy took IELTS almost five years ago to attend university in Scotland. In this episode she speaks to Fabio about how she prepared for the exam and got the score she needed to achieve her goal.
We hope you enjoy this episode. If you do, please rate and review!
Useful links:
Mini lesson: Top 3 strategies from a successful IELTS candidate https://bit.ly/3Ojdkg0
IELTS book: IELTS 16 Academic https://bit.ly/39O3yn8
IELTS book: IELTS 16 General Training https://bit.ly/3yhxlha
Transcript: https://bit.ly/3yiFORt
About Fabio: https://bit.ly/3Ontyo8
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We Love IELTS teacher Ollie has been teaching English for over 15 years. Find out more about how he became an English teacher and his top tips for IELTS success by listening to our latest episode.
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Transcript: https://bit.ly/3tRlUdx
About Fabio: https://bit.ly/3tNqNUU
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Former IELTS test taker Veronica from Italy took IELTS in 2002 to study in a British University. In today’s podcast episode, Veronica speaks to IELTS teacher Fabio about how she prepared for the test and what she would do differently if she had to take the test again.
We hope you enjoy this episode. If you do, please rate and review!
Useful links:
Mini lesson: Top 3 strategies from a successful IELTS candidate https://bit.ly/3xq9ytR
Mini lesson: Set SMART goals https://bit.ly/3xHyajc
IELTS book: IELTS 16 Academic https://bit.ly/3zALIOW
Transcript: https://bit.ly/3HgiIxG
About Fabio: https://bit.ly/3zALIOW
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In 2016, IELTS test taker Margherita achieved a band score 8 in IELTS Academic which meant she could attend the university of her dreams in the UK. In today’s podcast episode, IELTS teacher Fabio is speaking to Margherita to find out how she achieved such a high score and to get her top tips for IELTS success.
We hope you enjoy this episode. If you do, please rate and review!
Useful links:
Mini lesson: Top 3 strategies from a successful IELTS candidate https://bit.ly/3aP4sQt
IELTS book: Official Cambridge Guide to IELTS: https://bit.ly/3aKVXFX
IELTS book: IELTS 16 Academic https://bit.ly/3mnK77d
IELTS book: IELTS 16 General Training https://bit.ly/3az27ZN
IELTS book: IELTS Common mistakes for bands 6.0 - 7.0 https://bit.ly/3tiZW2I
IELTS book: IELTS Common mistakes for bands 5.0 - 6.0 https://bit.ly/3NPiTlE
Transcript: https://bit.ly/3zDbzpx
About Fabio: https://bit.ly/3mowuVk
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In today’s episode, IELTS teacher Fabio is speaking to former IELTS test taker, Veronica Toniatti from Italy. Veronica has taken both IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training to enable her to live and work in New Zealand, where she currently resides. Listen to her experience of taking IELTS and find out her top tips for IELTS success.
We hope you enjoy this episode. If you do, please rate and review!
Useful links:
Mini lesson: Top 3 strategies from a successful IELTS candidate https://bit.ly/38haKaq
Mini lesson: 5 ways to learn from home https://bit.ly/3LNGcee
IELTS book: Official Cambridge Guide to IELTS: https://bit.ly/3NwXJbK
IELTS book: IELTS 16 Academic https://bit.ly/3MNSJzA
IELTS book: IELTS 16 General Training https://bit.ly/3ND8BES
Transcript: https://bit.ly/3MOUNXT
About Fabio: https://bit.ly/3PHwQE4
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In today’s podcast, IELTS teacher Fabio shares four top tips he wishes someone had told him before he sat his IELTS test.
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Mini lesson: 5 top tips for test day https://bit.ly/3yQD8v1
Transcript: https://bit.ly/3G8pxRo
About Fabio: https://bit.ly/3G8Fgjp
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In today’s podcast, IELTS teacher Fabio shares the top 5 things to avoid when preparing for the IELTS test. These are all taken from his own experience of taking the test in 2011, and from his experience teaching IELTS test takers.
We hope you enjoy this episode. If you do, please rate and review!
Useful links:
Mini lesson: Top 3 strategies from a successful IELTS test taker https://bit.ly/38yKUPl
Mini lesson: Understanding your strengths and weaknesses https://bit.ly/3a7pzNp
Mini lesson: Making progress in small doses
https://bit.ly/3Mu8eg4
Product: IELTS 16 Academic https://bit.ly/3PqOEmE
Product: IELTS 16 General Training: https://bit.ly/3yF7ikP
Transcript: https://bit.ly/3Mox3da
About Fabio: https://bit.ly/3yH7QXj
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In today’s podcast, IELTS teacher Fabio discusses the 3 Ps to help you with your IELTS Writing Task 2 essay - planning, paragraphs and practice.
We hope you have enjoyed this episode. If you did, please rate and review!
Useful links:
Mini lesson: How to structure your essays in IELTS Writing Part 2
https://bit.ly/3kUbiWs
Mini lesson: Two differences between band score 5.5 and 6.5 in IELTS Academic Writing Task 2 https://bit.ly/3yvBz5o
Mini lesson: Two differences between band score 5.5 and 6.5 in IELTS General Training Writing Task 2
https://bit.ly/38bBUzD
Mini lesson: How to reach band score 7 in IELTS General Training Writing Task 2
https://bit.ly/3kXqAtA
Mini lesson: How to reach band score 7 in IELTS Academic Writing Task 2
https://bit.ly/3PaHvXC
Video: How to reach band score 7 in IELTS General Training Task 2 https://youtu.be/H9T1klSBLYk
Video: How to reach band score 7 in IELTS Academic Task 2 https://youtu.be/09csrYaV_xQ
Video: IELTS Focus: IELTS Academic Writing task 2 https://youtu.be/EuoVhykuvfI
Product: IELTS General Training Mini Writing Task 2 https://bit.ly/3MUHG7o
Product: IELTS Academic Mini Writing Task 2 https://bit.ly/3vZOgE4
Transcript: https://bit.ly/3N0Lrbt
About Fabio: https://bit.ly/3w0WPyv
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In this podcast episode, IELTS teacher Fabio shares a system to allow you to perform at your best when answering any questions that might come up in Part 3 of the IELTS Speaking test.
In Part 3 of the test, the examiner will ask you further questions connected to the topics discussed in Part 2. This is the part of the test where you can really show off your use of English to discuss a topic in detail and in depth.
Do go back and listen to his podcasts on Part 1 of the Speaking test https://youtu.be/l3GTegcnhog and Part 2 https://youtu.be/cmVoMVaz5k4
We hope you have enjoyed this episode. If you did, please rate and review!
Useful links:
Mini lesson: Preparing for IELTS Part 3: https://bit.ly/3w238k4
Podcast: How to answer any question in IELTS Speaking Part 1: https://youtu.be/l3GTegcnhog
Podcast: How to answer any question in IELTS Speaking Part 2: https://youtu.be/cmVoMVaz5k4
Video: IELTS Speaking Focus: Part 3 https://youtu.be/QRDBHZt9ZgM
Video: How to answer IELTS Speaking Part 3 https://youtu.be/JxAflbTaUV0
Product: IELTS 16 Academic: https://bit.ly/3saiUbw
Product: IELTS 16 General Training: https://bit.ly/38KE2hq
Product: Top Tips for IELTS Speaking https://bit.ly/3KxBW1T
Transcript: https://bit.ly/38NHyrC
About Fabio: https://bit.ly/379E16v
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In Part 2 of the IELTS Speaking test, you will be given a task card with a topic that you will have to talk about for two minutes.
In this episode, IELTS teacher Fabio shares a simple strategy that you can use to help you confidently answer any questions you are given during the test.
Do go back and listen to his podcast on Part 1 of the Speaking test if you haven’t done so already. https://youtu.be/l3GTegcnhog
We hope you have enjoyed this episode. If you did, please rate and review!
Useful links:
Mini lesson: Preparing for Part 2 of the IELTS Speaking test: https://bit.ly/3xU8GzB
Mini lesson: 3 ways to develop your ideas in IELTS Speaking part 2 https://bit.ly/3EM0P8K
How to use the preparation time in IELTS Speaking Part 2: a step by step guide https://bit.ly/3EO7HSY
Podcast: How to answer any question in IELTS Speaking Part 1: https://youtu.be/l3GTegcnhog
Podcast: 5 tips to improve your answer in IELTS Speaking Part 2: https://youtu.be/Chfc5WMH-Ek
Podcast: IELTS Speaking: How to answer a question in Part 2: https://youtu.be/_r9N6yLhtQ8
Podcast: Prepare for IELTS Speaking Part 2 https://youtu.be/dqliM1CT8Oo
Video: How to answer IELTS Speaking Part 2: https://youtu.be/GeTVncy2DnU
Product: IELTS 16 Academic: https://bit.ly/3EKZpLH
Product: IELTS 16 General Training: https://bit.ly/3vIuM5h
Product: Top Tips for IELTS Speaking https://bit.ly/3EMb90v
Transcript: https://bit.ly/37Lk9H1
About Fabio: https://bit.ly/3MsmsNS
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In IELTS Speaking Part 1 the examiner will ask you some questions based on everyday topics. If the thought of this makes you panic, then this podcast is for you.
In this episode, IELTS teacher Fabio will be telling you everything you need to know about the IELTS Speaking test Part 1, sharing top strategies for answering any question that you might be asked during the test.
We hope you have enjoyed this episode. If you did, please rate and review!
Useful links:
Mini lesson: Preparing for Part 1 of the IELTS Speaking test: https://bit.ly/3DIgkho
Video: How to improve your Speaking for IELTS: https://youtu.be/6uR83JfLl50
Video: How to extend your answer in IELTS Speaking Part 1: https://youtu.be/w6LNSoe_sZU
Product: IELTS 16 Academic https://bit.ly/3x6Nq9j
Product: IELTS 16 General Training https://bit.ly/3x2sr7L
Product: Top Tips for IELTS Speaking https://bit.ly/3r57aGE
Transcript: https://bit.ly/3NRt61R
About Fabio: https://bit.ly/3x6GSb0
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We Love IELTS resources - Speaking: https://bit.ly/3j5NGgu
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Which IELTS skills do you feel most confident with and which do you most need to improve?
Understanding your strengths and weaknesses is essential if you want to focus your IELTS preparation on the right areas and maximise your study time.
In this episode Pete explains how to determine your strengths and weaknesses and how focusing on the skills you’re good at can help you with those you find most difficult.
Useful links:
Mini lesson: Understanding your strengths and weaknesses https://bit.ly/3j4Z4JG
Transcript: https://bit.ly/3DGaJbg
About Pete: https://bit.ly/3J7IIul
Free preparation tools
We Love IELTS website: https://bit.ly/3r49m15
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeLoveIELTS/
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We hope you have enjoyed this episode. If you did, please rate and review!
Does the thought of having to speak for two minutes on an unknown topic in IELTS Speaking Part 2 fill you with dread?
In this episode, IELTS teacher Emma explains how to answer any question you are given in this part of the test, while IELTS teacher Fabio provides a sample answer to further illustrate Emma’s points.
We hope you have enjoyed this episode. If you did, please let us know!
Useful links:
Mini lesson: Three ways to develop your ideas in IELTS Speaking Part 2 https://bit.ly/3u6BBy1
Mini lesson: How to use the preparation time in IELTS Speaking Part 2 https://bit.ly/3r3x0uq
Mini lesson: Preparing for Part 2 of the IELTS Speaking test https://bit.ly/3u75ezk
Podcast: 5 tips to improve your answer in IELTS Speaking Part 2 https://bit.ly/3NRlk8b
Transcript: https://bit.ly/3r4A3Tk
Free preparation tools
We Love IELTS resources - Speaking: https://bit.ly/3KcPosB
We Love IELTS mini lessons: https://bit.ly/3u9Bd1G
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Have you taken your IELTS test but failed to get the band score you need? Wondering what you should do next?
In this episode, IELTS teacher Pete discusses the next steps and strategies you can take if you didn’t get the score you hoped or needed when you last took your test.
Useful links:
Mini lesson - How long will it take to get the band score you need: https://bit.ly/3qJrFIL
How to demand a remark (EOR - Enquiry on Results): https://www.ielts.org/for-test-takers/results
Transcript: https://bit.ly/3DrO16H
About Pete: https://bit.ly/3IKbMYF
Free preparation tools
We Love IELTS website: https://bit.ly/38bg9zt
We Love IELTS mini lessons: https://bit.ly/3LmGEAb
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Do you want to know how long it will take you to get the IELTS band score you need? Maybe you’re wondering if one month is enough time to prepare or whether it will take longer? Or perhaps you’ve already booked your test or you’re wondering when you should?
In this episode, IELTS teacher Pete Jones, will help you to estimate the time you need to prepare.
Useful links:
Mini lesson- How long will it take you to get the IELTS band score you need: https://bit.ly/3woED23
IELTS 16 Academic: https://bit.ly/36EpRd2
IELTS 16 General Training https://bit.ly/3ilJRDx
Transcript: https://bit.ly/3L5aIjP
About Pete: https://bit.ly/36demJy
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We Love IELTS website:https://bit.ly/3qlO0Mc
We Love IELTS mini lessons: https://bit.ly/34Wd3Oq
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Do you want to know how to improve your score for IELTS Speaking Part 2?
In today’s episode IELTS teacher Fabio shares 5 things you can do in IELTS Speaking Part 2 to achieve the band score you need.
Don’t forget to follow us wherever you listen to your podcasts to make sure you don’t miss a future episode. For more information on how to prepare for Part 2 of the Speaking test take a look at our mini lesson.
Useful links:
Mini lesson: How to use the preparation time in IELTS Speaking Part 2: a step-by-step guide https://bit.ly/3tMMyU9
Mini lesson: Three ways to develop your ideas in IELTS Speaking Part 2 https://bit.ly/35NvzsR
Mini lesson: Preparing for Part 2 of the IELTS Speaking Test https://bit.ly/3pVyPJm
Podcast: Preparing for IELTS Part 2 https://spoti.fi/3CAz6qq
Video: How to answer IELTS Speaking Part 2 https://youtu.be/GeTVncy2DnU
Video: Preparing your answer for Speaking part 2 https://youtu.be/9xJ9CXHvK5g
Transcript: https://bit.ly/3MUYETN
About Fabio: https://bit.ly/3HZYmr7
Free preparation tools
We Love IELTS website: https://bit.ly/3MIn5E8
We Love IELTS mini lessons: https://bit.ly/3tNl9RW
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We all have things we prefer not to do but need to, like studying for the IELTS test, and we can find plenty of ways of avoiding them.
In this episode, IELTS teacher Pete Jones shares three things you can do today to motivate yourself to do some IELTS preparation tomorrow. If you apply these techniques every day, you'll find you've created some good longer term study habits to help you achieve IELTS success.
Useful links:
Mini lesson: How to stay motivated during your IELTS preparation https://bit.ly/3AW1Ysb
Mini lesson: Creating a motivational goals board: https://bit.ly/3rnbmSy
Transcript: https://bit.ly/3MnYhkE
About Pete: https://bit.ly/3IZT1Bc
Atomic Habits: https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits
Free preparation tools
We Love IELTS website: https://bit.ly/3J4lZQ7
We Love IELTS mini lessons: https://bit.ly/3uow5re
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Being able to demonstrate a wide range of vocabulary is essential for doing well in the IELTS test. However, for some test takers this can be a real struggle.
In this episode, IELTS teacher Pete Jones explains the rules for learning vocabulary to enable you to remember the vocabulary you need for IELTS success.
Useful links:
Mini lesson: Three ways to remember vocabulary for IELTS https://bit.ly/3J2dCVv
Transcript: https://bit.ly/3Hk7SFh
About Pete: https://bit.ly/3rnyJeE
Books - IELTS Vocabulary up to band 6: https://bit.ly/3segSGi
Books - IELTS Vocabulary for bands 6.5: and above https://bit.ly/3IZbcHe
Free preparation tools
We Love IELTS website: https://bit.ly/35CYQG9
We Love IELTS mini lessons: https://bit.ly/3sd2vlz
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In this episode, IELTS teacher Pete Jones explains how being aware of the way you prefer to learn can really help with your IELTS preparation. Learning in an inefficient way could lead to you finding your IELTS preparation more difficult than necessary, or not making as much progress as you’re capable off. In this podcast, Pete discusses how to work out your preferences to help you achieve IELTS success.
Useful links:
Mini lesson: Understanding how you prefer to learn (including ‘Identifying how you prefer to learn’ exercise): https://bit.ly/3BIX9CW
Transcript: https://bit.ly/3vbuEgc
About Pete: https://bit.ly/3Eg5Qp4
Free preparation tools
We Love IELTS website: https://bit.ly/3od0qWk
We Love IELTS mini lessons: https://bit.ly/3ocVPn2
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In this final episode of the second series, IELTS teachers Liz and Emma are focusing on the language you should use when describing statistics, an essential part of IELTS Academic Writing Task 1.
Links:
Transcript: https://bit.ly/3nvgleN
About Emma: https://bit.ly/2LzJZSJ
About Liz: https://bit.ly/3hWk1oY
More on Common Mistakes:
Book: IELTS Common Mistakes for bands 6.0 – 7.0 - https://bit.ly/38rL1sY
Common mistakes section of our website - https://bit.ly/3hVP6Zz
Blogs on common mistakes - https://bit.ly/3pU4HM8
More on vocabulary
Book: Cambridge Vocabulary for IELTS Advanced: https://bit.ly/2MLRl6v
Free preparation tools:
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In this episode, IELTS teachers Liz and Emma are talking about collocations. When learning vocabulary it’s important to not just learn individual words, but also the verb, adjective or preposition that it goes with. Learning collocations will help you to avoid common mistakes in your IELTS test helping you achieve a higher band score.
Links:
Transcript:https://bit.ly/2XH5d4h
About Emma: https://bit.ly/3hSPeJv
About Liz: https://bit.ly/38npku8
More on collocations
Blog post: ‘How to improve your vocabulary using collocations’ - https://bit.ly/3hX1KYC
More on Common Mistakes:
Book: IELTS Common Mistakes for bands 6.0 – 7.0 - https://bit.ly/399QK5Z
Common mistakes section of our website - https://bit.ly/397VIQK
Blogs on common mistakes - https://bit.ly/3pU4HM8
More on vocabulary
Book: Cambridge Vocabulary for IELTS Advanced: https://bit.ly/2MLRl6v
Free preparation tools:
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In this episode, IELTS teachers Liz and Emma are looking at words students use incorrectly both in the classroom and in the IELTS test. Being aware of these common mistakes will help you perform well in the IELTS test.
Links:Transcript: https://bit.ly/3oxOE6l
About Emma: https://bit.ly/3s297T6
About Liz: https://bit.ly/3oqUKpk
More on Common Mistakes:
Book: IELTS Common Mistakes for bands 6.0 – 7.0 - https://bit.ly/399QK5Z
Common mistakes section of our website - https://bit.ly/3pRxTmQ
Blogs on common mistakes - https://bit.ly/3pU4HM8
Free preparation tools:
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In this episode, IELTS teachers Liz and Emma are focusing on adjectives and some of the common mistakes IELTS test takers make when using them.
Links:
Transcript: https://bit.ly/3oD3KHS
About Emma: https://bit.ly/3nlF7Ox
About Liz: https://bit.ly/3oqUKpk
More on adjectives:
Blog post ‘Common mistakes: –ed or –ing for adjectives describing feelings’ - https://bit.ly/38lv084
More on Common Mistakes:
Book: IELTS Common Mistakes for bands 6.0 – 7.0 - https://bit.ly/2MGR3Od
Common mistakes section of our website - https://bit.ly/3pRxTmQ
Blogs on common mistakes - https://bit.ly/3s3nuq3
Free preparation tools:
Sign up to our FREE Newsletter - https://bit.ly/3bkUGDF
We Love IELTS Website - https://bit.ly/3noBirP
We Love IELTS Blog - https://bit.ly/3pU1fBa
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In this first episode of our second series, IELTS expert Pete Jones shares some tips on how to reduce any anxiety you might have regarding the IELTS test to help you make the most of your preparation time and perform better in the test.
Links:
Transcript: https://bit.ly/2Xta5JV
About Pete: https://bit.ly/3nn7POM
More on IELTS Writing:
Information on the writing test and how to prepare - https://bit.ly/3omhJBT
Blog posts based on writing - https://bit.ly/38lsDlG
Free preparation tools:
Sign up to our FREE Newsletter - https://bit.ly/3nn85gI
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In this episode, IELTS teachers Emma and Liz give some top tips on the IELTS Speaking Test.
Links:
Transcript: https://bit.ly/3cqqC6z
About Emma: https://bit.ly/3fPKsek
About Liz: https://bit.ly/2Aw5z5i
More on IELTS Speaking:
Information on the Speaking test and how to prepare - https://bit.ly/3fTT6s8
Blog posts based on speaking - https://bit.ly/2T2Ducf
Preparation Materials:
Emma and Liz took their examples from our Top Tips series of books.
Top Tips for IELTS Academic - https://bit.ly/3fSUSdi
Top Tips for IELTS General Training – https://bit.ly/2T7WG8s
How can I prepare for IELTS at home?
Emma’s blog on preparing for IELTS at home: https://bit.ly/3fSTdV6
Resource Finder – find the right preparation materials for you: https://bit.ly/2T7xkYi
Free preparation tools:
Sign up to our FREE Newsletter - https://bit.ly/2Ls0nBL
We Love IELTS Website - https://bit.ly/2AwJaor
We Love IELTS Blog - https://bit.ly/2T5V0w6
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In this episode, IELTS teachers Emma and Liz give some top tips on the IELTS Listening Test.
Links:
Transcript: https://bit.ly/30cl1OX
About Emma: https://bit.ly/2T6P5ag
About Liz: https://bit.ly/2T7jg0N
More on IELTS Listening:
Information on the Listening test and how to prepare - https://bit.ly/3dOmWg1
Blog posts based on listening - https://bit.ly/2T5CnZ6
Preparation Materials:
Emma and Liz took their examples from our Top Tip series of books.
Top Tips for IELTS Academic - https://bit.ly/2TbmnVM
Top Tips for IELTS General Training – https://bit.ly/2WWSBoJ
How can I prepare for IELTS at home?
Emma’s blog on preparing for IELTS at home: https://bit.ly/3fNqfGd
Resource Finder – find the right preparation materials for you: https://bit.ly/2Z9LpIv
Free preparation tools:
Sign up to our FREE Newsletter - https://bit.ly/3bFRsr6
We Love IELTS Website - https://bit.ly/2T8HzLR
We Love IELTS Blog - https://bit.ly/2Tbk70K
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In this episode, IELTS teachers Emma and Liz give some top tips on the IELTS Reading Test.
Links:
Transcript: https://bit.ly/3gNnvcn
About Emma: https://bit.ly/2Z52qDN About Liz: https://bit.ly/2X2GJBs
More on IELTS Reading:
Information on the Reading test and how to prepare - https://bit.ly/3dOmWg1
Blog posts based on reading - https://bit.ly/2T7LBo2
Preparation Materials:Emma and Liz took their examples from our Top Tip series of books. Top Tips for IELTS Academic - https://bit.ly/3fQYsok
Top Tips for IELTS General Training – https://bit.ly/2Z2mSVT
How can I prepare for IELTS at home?
Emma’s blog on preparing for IELTS at home: https://bit.ly/2T7o4TQ
Resource Finder – find the right preparation materials for you: https://bit.ly/3fSSNOw
Free preparation tools:
Sign up to our FREE Newsletter - https://bit.ly/2WzRgFk
We Love IELTS Website - https://bit.ly/2WVu6bq
We Love IELTS Blog - https://bit.ly/2Aw2FNY
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We hope you enjoy this episode and if you do please do rate and review!
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In this episode, IELTS teachers Emma and Liz give some top tips on the IELTS Writing Test.
Links:
To transcript: https://bit.ly/2ZEGL5t
About Emma: https://bit.ly/359P3mF
About Liz: https://bit.ly/3aG0wM6
More on IELTS Writing:
Information on the writing test and how to prepare - https://bit.ly/3bwVdPu
Blog posts based on writing - https://bit.ly/3bxPM2D
Preparation Materials:
Emma and Liz took their examples from our Top Tip series of books.
Top Tips for IELTS Academic - https://bit.ly/2zKjNyT
Top Tips for IELTS General Training – https://bit.ly/2WvMNUa
How can I prepare for IELTS at home?
Emma’s blog on preparing for IELTS at home: https://bit.ly/2WwNLQ3
Resource Finder – find the right preparation materials for you: https://bit.ly/2WxPDI5
Free preparation tools:
Sign up to our FREE Newsletter - https://bit.ly/2WxwJkC
We Love IELTS Website - https://bit.ly/3bulBJz
We Love IELTS Blog - https://bit.ly/2Wx0D8I
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Hope you enjoy this episode and if you did please do rate and review!
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In this episode, IELTS teachers Emma and Liz discuss part 3 of the IELTS Speaking test.
Links
Full transcript https://bit.ly/2xdtiFZ
About Emma: https://bit.ly/359P3mF
About Liz: https://bit.ly/3aG0wM6
More on IELTS Speaking:
Emma’s blog on Understanding the IELTS Speaking Test - https://bit.ly/2VE9qVX
Liz’s blog on Word families: learn one new word and ‘meet' two more – https://bit.ly/2YaAa2c
Liz’s blog on IELTS Speaking Game: Don't Say It! - https://bit.ly/3bGLd6V
Preparation Materials:
Emma and Liz gave examples from IELTS 12; you can purchase IELTS 14, which is the newest edition of our authentic practice tests series.
IELTS 14 Academic - https://bit.ly/35gAxd2
IELTS 14 General Training – https://bit.ly/35dtlhQ
How can I prepare for IELTS at home?
Emma’s blog on preparing for IELTS at home: https://bit.ly/3ePee2t
Resource Finder – find the right preparation materials for you: https://bit.ly/2VFtNSy
Free preparation tools:
Sign up to our FREE Newsletter - https://bit.ly/35a0Oti
We Love IELTS Website - https://bit.ly/2x9rzl0
We Love IELTS Blog - https://bit.ly/3cS32QJ
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In this episode, IELTS teachers Emma and Liz discuss part 2 of the IELTS Speaking test.
Links:
Full transcript: https://bit.ly/2S9jeFt
About Emma: https://bit.ly/3cQLRyT
About Liz: https://bit.ly/3cSl4lX
More on IELTS Speaking:Emma’s blog on Understanding the IELTS Speaking Test - https://bit.ly/2yIoNUl
Liz’s blog on Word families: learn one new word and ‘meet' two more – https://bit.ly/2KALlZJ
Liz’s blog on IELTS Speaking Game: Don't Say It! - https://bit.ly/35brv0A
Preparation Materials:IELTS Trainer Academic - https://bit.ly/2YbacM2
IELTS Trainer General Training – https://bit.ly/2KGJ92Q
How can I prepare for IELTS at home?Emma’s blog on preparing for IELTS at home: https://bit.ly/2Y9SDeY
Resource Finder – find the right preparation materials for you: https://bit.ly/35fNxzt
Free preparation tools:Sign up to our FREE Newsletter - https://bit.ly/2KFu1mp
We Love IELTS Website -https://bit.ly/35gKw20
We Love IELTS Blog - https://bit.ly/2VFJ6ut
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In this episode, IELTS teachers Emma and Liz discuss part 1 of the IELTS Speaking test.
Links:
Full transcript: https://bit.ly/3cOJuMZ
About Emma - https://bit.ly/emma-cosgrave
About Liz - https://bit.ly/liz-marqueiro
More on IELTS Speaking:
Emma’s blog on preparing for the IELTS Speaking Test: Part 1 - https://bit.ly/3epQRfr
Emma’s blog on Understanding the IELTS Speaking Test - https://bit.ly/3cpF5Qm
Liz’ blog on Word families: learn one new word and ‘meet' two more - https://bit.ly/3co6y50
Preparation Materials:
IELTS 14 Academic - https://bit.ly/3aaXDlV
Official Cambridge Guide to IELTS - https://bit.ly/3ciqRRi
How can I prepare for IELTS at home?
Emma’s blog on preparing for IELTS at home - https://bit.ly/2K8eQlz
Resource Finder – find the right preparation materials for you - https://bit.ly/34FVFc9
Free preparation tools:
Sign up to our FREE Newsletter - https://bit.ly/2KbvJM4
We Love IELTS Website - https://bit.ly/3eqMX67
We Love IELTS Blog - https://bit.ly/3bh9Y9Q
Follow us onFacebook, Instagramand YouTube
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In this episode, IELTS teachers Emma and Liz answer five questions they are frequently asked by their IELTS students.
**Links:
Full transcript:** https://bit.ly/2VGsBhW
About Emma: https://bit.ly/2wYe9IN
About Liz: https://bit.ly/2yyLpq9
How can I prepare for IELTS at home?
Emma’s blog on preparing for IELTS at home: https://bit.ly/2wZhibg
Resource Finder – find the right preparation materials for you: https://bit.ly/2XeGjtK
Which IELTS test should I prepare for?
Find out more about the Academic test - https://bit.ly/3bTdjf0
Find out more about the General Training test - https://bit.ly/39MeYl1
Free preparation tools
Sign up to our FREE Newsletter - https://bit.ly/3bYSu1Y
We Love IELTS Website - https://bit.ly/2ReKwd2
We Love IELTS Blog - https://bit.ly/3dYSHE8
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Hope you enjoy this episode and if you did please do rate and review!
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