Hacking IELTS: Recent Episodes
Christopher Fehr
Welcome to Hacking IELTS, your community for tips on how to crush your upcoming IELTS exam! We'll look at some ways that you can be better prepared for the test, and get that high band you're aiming for.
Look, there's no secret formula, no secret sauce, and you'll need to put in the hard work. I hope to serve you by providing advice that will give you extra strategies and confidence when preparing for your upcoming exam!
Are you still trying to improve the body and details for graphs in Academic Task 1 writing? In this episode, we're going to dig into this now, here on Hacking IELTS!
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Are you struggling with your introduction and overview for Task 1 writing? In this episode, we're going to tackle both of them now, here on Hacking IELTS! We're going to check out a sample introduction and overview for and chart that we can look at together.
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Are you new to Task 1 writing? Let's look at 12 steps to prepare for IELTS academic task 1 writing! One of the top IELTS websites and arguably THE authority on IELTS would be IELTS Liz, who has been a founder in this space and sets the standard.
Back in 2014, Liz created 12 steps for preparing for Academic Task 1 Writing, which will help you get ready for this report. Remember, it's NOT an essay, and is actually a report. Got it? Ok, let's jump into her 12 steps for IELTS task 1 writing now! Check out our exam resources:
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Are you new to Task 1 writing? It can be overwhelming when you are looking at all those graphs, and trying to understand what they mean, and then perform your task of analyzing then reporting the main trends!
In this episode, we're going to look at the most common mistakes that students make for Task 1 Writing!
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In this episode, let's look at Chris Pell's top 6 Task 2 Writing Mistakes! Check his site out over at ieltsadvantage.com. Check out Hacking IELTS courses here: 10 Hacks for the Speaking Exam 10 Hacks for the Listening Component of IELTS
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In this episode, let's look at some differences between American and British English, specifically spelling, pronunciation, and vocabulary.
You can read this in greater detail over at www.britishcouncilfoundation.id. Check out our IELTS courses here: 10 Hacks for the Speaking Exam 10 Hacks for the Listening Component of IELTS
In Part 2, we hear again from Sultan who achieved a 7.5 in Academic IELTS, and his process for the writing tasks & the speaking test. Let's listen to how Sultan crushed his exam in this 2-part interview! Check out our IELTS courses here: 10 Hacks for the Speaking Exam 10 Hacks for the Listening Component of IELTS
In this special episode, we hear from an IELTS candidate who achieved a 7.5 in Academic IELTS...BUT for the CBT (computer-based test). Let's listen to how Sultan prepared for his exam in this 2-part interview! Check out our IELTS courses here: 10 Hacks for the Speaking Exam 10 Hacks for the Listening Component of IELTS Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel!
Hey, did you know that connecting words are part of the marking criteria for fluency and coherence, which is 25% of your IELTS speaking Mark? Let's go over some linking expressions now, in this episode of hacking IELTS!
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In this episode, let's look at some tips you can find over at the British Council Indonesia Foundation website! Check out our IELTS courses here: 10 Hacks for the Speaking Exam 10 Hacks for the Listening Component of IELTS Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel!
In this episode, Sash from the online learning platform BlueBrain interviews yours truly, to gain a deeper understanding of Hacking IELTS! Check out our CYBER MONDAY DEAL!
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Let's look at some of the most common words that get mixed up in the English language! Check out our CYBER MONDAY DEAL!
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Are you making things complicated when it comes to preparing for Task 1 Writing? Let's take a look at how to keep things simple - on Episode 54 of Hacking IELTS!
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Are you getting ADVICE or actual RULES for Task 1 writing? Let's look at both of these now, in Episode 53 of Hacking IELTS!
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Hey Guys, let's avoid these 6 Task 1 Academic Writing mistakes!
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Have you ever considered telling your own story...for the Speaking Test? Let's look at this hack in this week's episode! Check out our fresh new courses here: 10 Hacks for the Speaking Exam 10 Hacks for the Listening Component of IELTS Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel!
This week, we're going to take a look at Task 1 Academic Writing. Let's review this task and discuss 3 writing tips in Episode 50 of Hacking IELTS! Check out our fresh new courses here: 10 Hacks for the Speaking Exam 10 Hacks for the Listening Component of IELTS Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel!
This week, we're going to take a look at something called fillers, and how these can be regional. And what exactly ARE fillers anyways? Let's find out in Episode 49 of Hacking IELTS! Check out our fresh new courses at BlueBrain.app! 10 Hacks for the Speaking Exam 10 Hacks for the Listening Component of IELTS
Do you find yourself using the same connectors over and over... when it comes to speaking? Let's check out some ways to get you in shape for the IELTS Speaking Test! Check out our fresh new courses at BlueBrain.app! 10 Hacks for the Speaking Exam 10 Hacks for the Listening Component of IELTS
In this episode, let's look at Sentence Completion for IELTS Listening. We'll discuss a great reading exercise you can find on IELTSbuddy.com. Check out our fresh new courses at BlueBrain.app! 10 Hacks for the Speaking Exam 10 Hacks for the Listening Component of IELTS
Do YOU know the 4 basic steps for an effective Task 2 writing response? Let's cover these steps, as well as linking expressions in this week's episode. Check out our future home for Hacking IELTS courses at BlueBrain!
Keith over at English Speaking Success on YouTube had some great tips last month regarding grammar mistakes in the Speaking Test. Let's cover 3 of them in this week's episode. Check out our future home for Hacking IELTS courses at BlueBrain!
Should you use idioms for the Speaking or Writing components of the IELTS exam?
Let's find out in this week's episode, with tips from Asiya at Fastrack IELTS!
Should you have a concluding paragraph OR an overview for Task 1 Writing of the Academic IELTS exam?
Let's find out in this week's episode, with tips from Chris Pell at IELTS Advantage!
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Are you wondering what magical hack is going to propel your speaking mark into the stratosphere? Listen to this week's episode to get your Band 9 in speaking!
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In this episode, let's go over a basic study plan to help you crush your exam!
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In this episode, let's review exam, and ensure what you know about the General & Academic flavors!
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Up your game for writing introductory paragraphs when completing Task 2 essays!
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In this episode, let's review the problem/solution essay!
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For Task 2 writing, you'll need to know WHAT TYPE you have been assigned. In this episode, let's sharpen our skills for Task 2 Writing!
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What accents do YOU struggle with when preparing for IELTS Listening? In this episode, let's jump into accents and how we can prepare for the listening component of the test!
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In our last episode, we had another look at IELTS Listening, specifically Section 4 of this component. In this episode, let's jump into some grammar with Relative Clauses.
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In our last episode, we looked at Summary Completion Tasks for Reading. In this one, let's jump into the Listening Component, and specifically Section 4 monologues!
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In our last episode, we looked at Task 1 Academic Writing, and the lingo we need for this type of writing assignment.
In this episode, let's review Summary Completion Tasks for Reading!
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In our last episode, we looked at Part 3 of the Speaking Exam.
In this episode, let's switch things up and look at lingo or language for Task 1 Academic Writing!
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In our last episode, we looked at Keywords for the Speaking Test, and how they can help you perform better for Part 2, or otherwise referred to as "the Long Turn."
In this episode, let's discuss Higher Order Questions & Fillers for Part 3 of the Speaking Test!
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Welcome to the 30th episode of Hacking IELTS!
In our last episode, we looked at more task types for the Reading Section, specifically matching and classifying.
In this episode, let's jump over to an area we haven't visited in a while...and that is the Speaking Component!
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In this episode, let's cover some hacks that can help you crush classifying & matching for IELTS Reading!
If you've been struggling with the Reading Section, be sure to check out Episode 28 as well.
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In this episode, let's cover some hacks that you can help you rip through the Reading section of IELTS!
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In order to write effective "for and against" essay, you will need to put yourself in the shoes of a person who is on either side of the argument.
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Should students have fun trips, or is it a complete waste of time? This is the topic for our argumentative essay for Task 2 writing!
Let's look at four steps for Task 2, with a focus on opinion-based writing.
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What is an overview, where should it go, and why do we need one?
Let's take a deep dive into the OVERVIEW for Task 1 Academic Writing!
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In this week's episode, we'll cover 5 things you need to be doing for Task 1 Academic Writing this year.
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Why are we pursuing the goals we have, and what do we want to accomplish in 2020? Let's gear up for the year together! Subscribe to our podcast and sign up for free courses at www.hackingielts.com!
What are some areas test takers struggle with in the Listening Section? Let's find out how we can ensure YOU won't lose marks, and avoid making these common mistakes...
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In this episode, Mohammad Jassim & Mayed Walid chat about the Speaking Component of their IELTS exam in Dubai!
What tips will they pass on to you?
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In this episode, Mohammad Jassim & Mayed Walid chat about the Writing Section of their IELTS exam in Dubai!
What tips will they pass on to you?
Prep for your exam in 2020 with free courses @ www.hackingielts.com!
In this episode, we chat with Mohammad Jassim & Mayed Walid in Dubai about the Reading Section of their IELTS exam!
In this episode, we chat with Mohammad Jassim & Mayed Walid in Dubai about the Listening Section of their IELTS exam.
What tips will they pass on to IELTS test takers?
In this episode, we'll look at common mistakes IELTS candidates make in the Listening Section of the exam.
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In this episode, JR explains his strategies and how he was able to achieve 8.5 for the Speaking Test. Congrats JR!
Let’s hear what tips he can pass on to you guys!
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Your exam guide "50 Hacks for IELTS" is available on Amazon & Apple Books!
In this episode, JR explains his writing strategies and what to avoid for this component of the exam.
Let’s hear what tips he can pass on to you guys!
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Your exam guide "50 Hacks for IELTS" is available on Amazon & Apple Books!
In this episode, we learn how JR Lee in Dubai crushed the Reading Section of IELTS.
Let’s hear his thoughts on this component, and what tips he can pass on to you guys!
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Your exam guide "50 Hacks for IELTS" is available on Amazon & Apple Books!
In this episode, we learn how JR Lee in Dubai crushed the Listening Section of IELTS.
Let’s hear his thoughts on this component, and what tips he can pass on to you guys!
Check out our FREE online courses at www.hackingielts.com.
Your exam guide "50 Hacks for IELTS" is available on Amazon & Apple Books!
In this episode, let’s hear what Charles would do differently when preparing for the speaking component!
Check out our FREE online courses at www.hackingielts.com. Your exam guide "50 Hacks for IELTS" is available on Amazon & Apple Books!
In this episode, Charles in Dubai shares his experience with the Task 2 Writing.
Let’s hear what he would do differently when preparing for the Task 2 Writing Component for IELTS!
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We also have an eBook available on Amazon & Apple Books called 50 Hacks for IELTS!
In this episode, Charles in Dubai shares his experience with the Reading Section.
Let’s hear what he would do differently when preparing for the Reading Component for IELTS!
Check out our free courses online at www.hackingielts.com.
We also have an eBook available on Amazon & Apple Books called 50 Hacks for IELTS!
In our last episode, Charles in Dubai shared his experience with the Listening Section.
In this episode, let's look at 3 problems YOU can avoid for the Listening Component of the IELTS exam!
Visit our free courses online at www.hackingielts.com. We also have an eBook available on Amazon & Apple Books called 50 Hacks for IELTS!
In this episode of Hacking IELTS, we'll hear the IELTS story of Dubai resident Charles Ekwere.
We'll hear how Charles handled the Listening Section of the examination in Part 1 of this interview!
Don't forget to visit our free courses online at www.hackingielts.com. We also have a guidebook available on Amazon & Apple Books called 50 Hacks for IELTS!
Here are 4 easy steps if you're new to Task 2 Writing!
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In this episode, we'll look at how to write a Task 1 response for a line graph. Of course, answers may be different depending on the type of graph or diagram, but we can see a structure that is used for diagrams in general!
Don't forget to visit our free courses online at www.hackingielts.com. We also have an eBook available on Amazon & Apple Books called 50 Hacks for IELTS!
In Episode 4, we looked at the Reading Section. In this episode, we'll take a look at Task 1 Academic Writing for IELTS. For more information, you can check out IELTS.org.
Don't forget to visit our free courses online at www.hackingielts.com. We also have an eBook available on Amazon & Apple Books called 50 Hacks for IELTS!
In Episode 3, we looked at the Listening Section.
In this episode, we'll take a look at the Reading Section for the Academic version of IELTS. There's so much information to cover! We will be looking at the structure of the Reading Section and the Task Types in this episode, all available on IELTS.org.
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In this episode, we are going to look at the Listening Section!
We'll look at the the layout of this part of the exam, and what you should expect for each section.
Welcome to Episode 2 of Hacking IELTS, your community for tips and strategies for crushing your IELTS exam!
In this episode, we are going to learn about the test format.
You might want to visit IELTS.org, where you will see WHY the test was designed. The goal of IELTS is to measure how well people can use English, if they want to study or work where it is used as the main language of communication.
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Welcome to the first episode of Hacking IELTS, your community for tips and strategies for crushing your IELTS exam!
In our first episode, let's just take a look at one word, and just one question - and that is "why." WHY are you taking the IELTS exam? Your "why" needs to be big enough to keep you motivated!
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© 2019 Produced by New Desert Media