International English Language Testing System ( IELTS )

International English Language Testing System ( IELTS )

About IELTS (International English Language Testing system)

The International English Language Testing System ( IELTS ) is made easy with Super Achievers Abroad Education's comprehensive course structure and collaborative backend support to get your scores in the FIRST ATTEMPT. IELTS is widely recognized as a reliable means of assessing whether candidates are ready to study or train in the medium of English. It is owned by three partners, the University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate, the British Council and IDP Education Australia (through its subsidiary company IELTS Australia Pvt. Limited).

TEST FORMAT

IELTS consists of four modules. All candidates take the same IELTS Listening and IELTS Speaking modules at IELTS Coaching in Gurgaon. There is a choice of Reading and Writing modules according to whether a candidate is taking the Academic or General Training version of the test.
 

IELTS Academic

For IELTS candidates taking the test for entry to undergraduate or postgraduate studies or for professional reasons.
 

IELTS General Training

For candidates taking the IELTS test for entry into vocational or training programs not at degree level, for admission to secondary schools and for immigration purposes.

We are Member of British council (The major body of IELTS) and our faculties have experience of IELTS teaching for more than 5 years. Super Achievers Abroad Education providing you learning from the faculty, who is certified by British council as 'IELTS Trainer'.

Introduction

The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is widely recognised as a reliable means of assessing whether candidates are ready to study or train in the medium of English. These Practice Tests are designed to give future IELTS candidates an idea of whether their English is at the required level. IELTS is owned by three partners. the University of Cambridge ESOL Examination, the British Council and I DP Education Australia (through its subsidiary company. IELTS Australia Pty Limited). Further information on IELTS can be found in the IELTS Handbook, available free of charge from IELTS centres in Gurgaon.

WHAT IS THE TEST FORMAT?

IELTS consists of six modules. All candidates take the same Listening and speaking modules. There is a choice of Reading and Writing modules according to whether a candidate is taking the Academic or General Training version of the test.

Academic For candidates taking the test for entry to undergraduate or postgraduate studies or for professional reason.

General Training For candidates taking the test for entry to vocational or training programmes  not at degree level, for admission to secondary   schools and for immigration purposes.

The test modules an taken in the following order:

Listening   4 section,  40 items 30 minutes

Academic Reading                              General Training Reading 3 section,40 minutes          OR             3 section,40 minutes                   60 minutes                                                    60 minutes

Academic Writing                                 General Training writing 2 tasks                                OR                                2 tasks 60 minutes                                                                      60 minutes Speaking                                11 to 14 minutes

Total test time 2 hours 44 minutes

Listening

 This module consists of four sections, each with 10 questions. The first two sections are concerned with social needs. There is a conversation between two speakers and then a monologue. The final two sections are concerned with situations related to educational or training contexts. There is a conversation between up to four people and then a monologue.

 A variety of question types is used, including: multiple choice, short-answer questions, Sentence completion, and notes/form/table/summary/flow A chart/timetable completion labeling a diagram/plan/map. Classification, matching.

 Candidates hear the recording once only and answer the questions as they listen. Ten minutes are allowed A the end for candidates to transfer their answers to the answer sheet.

 Academic Reading

 This module consists of three sections with 40 questions. There are three reading passages, Which are taken from magazine, journal, books and newspapers. The passages are on topics of general interest. At least one text contains detailed logical argument.

A variety of question types is used, including: multiple choice. short-answer questions, sentence completion, notes/summary/flow-chart/table completion, labelling a diagram. classification, matching, choosing suitable paragraph headings from a list, identification of writer's views/claims - yes, no. not given - or identification of information in the text - true, false not given.

 General Training Reading

This module consists of three sections with 40 question, The texts are taken from notices, advertisements, leaflets newspaper, instruction manuals, books and magazines. The first section contains texts relevant to basic linguistic survival in English, with tasks mainly concerned with providing factual information. The second section focuses on the training context and involves texts of more complex language. The third section involves reading more extended text, with a more complex structure, but with the emphasis on descriptive and instructive rather than argumentative text.

Various question types are used, including: multiple choice, short-answer question, sentence completion, notes/summary/flow-chart/table completion labelling a diagram classification, matching, choosing suitable paragraph headings from a list, identification of writer's views/claims - yes, no, not given-or identification of information in the text - true false, not given.  

Academic Writing

This module consists of two tasks. It is suggested that candidates spend about 20 minutes on Task 1, which requires them to write at least 150 word, and 40 minutes on Task 2, which requires them to write at least 250 words. The assessment of Task 2 carries more weight in marking than Task 1.

Task 1 requires candidates to look at a diagram or some data (graph, table or chart) and A present the information in their own words. They may be assessed on their ability to organise, present and possibly compare data, describe the stages of a process. describe an object or event, or explain how something work.

In Task 2 candidates are presented with a point of view, argument or problem. They are assessed on their ability to present a solution to the problem, present and justify an opinion, compare and contrast evidence and opinions, and evaluate and challenge ideas, evidence or arguments.

Candidates are also assessed on their ability to write in an appropriate style.

General Training Writing

 This module consists of two tasks. It is suggested that candidates spend about 20 minutes on Task 1, which requires them to write at least 150 words, and 40 minutes on Task 2, which requires them to write at least 250 words. The assessment of Task 2 carries more weight in marking than Task 1.

 In Task 1 candidates are asked to respond to a given problem with a letter requesting information or explaining a situation. They are assessed on their ability to engage in personal correspondence, elicit and provide general factual information, express needs, wants, likes and dislikes, and express opinions, complaints, etc.

 In Task 2 candidates are presented with a point of view, argument or problem. They are assessed on their ability to provide general factual information, outline a problem and present a solution, present and justify an opinion, and evaluate and challenge ideas, evidence or arguments. Candidates are also assessed on their ability to write in an appropriate style.

Speaking

 This module consists of an oral interview between the candidate and an examiner. It takes between 11 and 14 minutes.

There are three parts:

Part 1:-  The candidate and the examiner introduce themselves. Candidates then answer general questions about themselves, their home/family, their job/studies, their interests and a wide range of similar familiar topic areas. This part lasts between four and five minutes.

Part 2:- The candidate is given a task card with prompts and is asked to talk on a particular topic. The candidate has one minute to prepare and they can make some notes if they wish, before speaking for between one and two minutes. The examiner then asks one or two rounding-off questions.

Part 3:-  The examiner and the candidate engage in a discussion of more abstract issues which are thematically linked to the topic prompt in Part 2. The discussion lasts between four and five minutes.

The Speaking module assesses whether candidates can communicate effectively in English. The assessment takes into account Fluency and Coherence, Lexical Resource, Grammatical Range and Accuracy, and Pronunciation.