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.
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Academic
For candidates taking
the test for entry to undergraduate or postgraduate studies or for
professional reason.
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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.
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The test modules an taken in the
following order:
Listening
4 section, 40 items
30 minutes
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Academic
Reading General Training Reading
3 section,40 minutes OR 3 section,40 minutes
60 minutes 60 minutes
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Academic
Writing
General Training writing
2 tasks OR 2 tasks
60 minutes
60 minutes
Speaking
11 to 14
minutes
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Total test time
2 hours 44 minutes
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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.
