As March draws to a close, it’s time for another round-up of what’s been happening behind the scenes at English With An Expert. While we haven’t travelled far this month, we’ve been laying strong foundations—setting up our new base, preparing updated lesson materials,...
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IELTS News: March 2025
Below are the latest developments in the international job and study markets, as well as updates for the IELTS test. The Latest IELTS News As of March 2025, there is conflicting information regarding the writing instruments permitted in the IELTS paper-based exam....
School’s Out: IELTS and OET Teaching Stories From February 2025
February has been a month of transition and growth. With the move to our new office underway, we’ve been busy setting up an improved teaching environment while continuing to support students from around the world. Alongside this, we’ve kept up with the latest IELTS...
IELTS and OET News: February2025
If you're planning to study, work, or migrate to an English-speaking country, here are the latest updates on IELTS and immigration requirements. IELTS Updates Changes to IELTS Social Media From February 13, 2025, all official IELTS updates will come from the British...
School’s Out: IELTS and OET Teaching Stories From January 2025
January has been a month of travel, learning, and connecting with students from around the world. From snowy school visits to thought-provoking education events, we’ve gathered insights to help students and parents make informed decisions. Here’s a look at what we’ve...
Model IELTS Writing Bar Chart Answer
Introduction to the Model Answer A single bar chart is one of the most common question types in IELTS Writing Task 1. However, unlike charts that show trends over time, this particular chart compares data from two countries at a single point in...
Model IELTS Writing Task 2: Government Spending
Crafting a compelling IELTS Writing Task 2 response often involves choosing an effective structure. The 5-paragraph model below allows the author to present both sides of an argument as well as a counterpoint. Model IELTS Writing Task 2 Question Some people think that...
IELTS and OET News: January 2025
We are just about to welcome the Year of the Snake and there is plenty happening in the world of immigration and IELTS... Digital IELTS Testing Expands in 2025 and has Started to Replace Paper IELTS The IELTS has continued its rollout of computer-delivered testing...
School’s Out: IELTS and OET Teaching Stories – 2024 in Review
Another year has flown by, and what a year it has been! As we wrap up 2024, let’s look back at the milestones, achievements, and stories that made this year remarkable. Where We've Been This year has been a whirlwind of activity. We traveled to inspiring locations,...
IELTS General Task 1 Model Answer: Writing a Letter of Complaint
In the IELTS Writing test, you might be asked to write one of three types of letters: formal, informal, or semi-formal. Below is a formal question, along with a breakdown and tips for answering it. Task 1 Question You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Write...