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School’s Out: IELTS and OET Teaching Stories From May 2021

School’s Out: IELTS and OET Teaching Stories From May 2021

It’s been another busy month in the world of English testing and coaching. Plenty is happening, and plenty is being planned! Where We’ve Been We were delighted to be featured on the 39th episode of the Two Geeks And A Marketing Podcast. The podcast features and...

Spotlight Vocabulary, May 2021

Spotlight Vocabulary, May 2021

Welcome to the May 2021 edition of Spotlight Vocabulary. This is the series where we introduce you to articles containing concepts and vocabulary you can use on test day - for a full range of topics. You can find even more on our LinkedIn and Twitter accounts. How To...

IELTS WRITING TASK 2: Computer games

IELTS WRITING TASK 2: Computer games

Below is a model answer for a Task 2 double question type essay. With this type of question, you need to take care to answer the question asked - and ensure that if the question includes a plural, you answer in the plural. This model essay follows the following...

Model IELTS Task 1 Letter: Advice For Learning To Drive

Model IELTS Task 1 Letter: Advice For Learning To Drive

In IELTS General Task 1, you have to write a letter that could be formal, semi-formal or informal.  One of the biggest mistakes test candidates make is answering a plural bullet point in the singular. In other words, if the question asks you to describe advantages -...

IELTS and OET News: April 2021

IELTS and OET News: April 2021

As some parts of the world edge closer to full vaccination, opportunities to work or study in several English speaking countries are on the rise. So if you’ve been thinking about emigrating, now looks to be a good time to start preparing.  Watch out for scammers,...

School’s Out: IELTS and OET Teaching Stories From May 2021

School’s Out: IELTS and OET Teaching Stories From April 2021

A third of the year has been and gone. Many of our students have succeeded in getting the score they need - we have some testimonials just waiting for us to publish. How has your year been so far? Where We’ve Been Here in the UK, lockdown rules are still preventing us...

Spotlight Vocabulary, May 2021

Spotlight Vocabulary, April 2021

Welcome to the April 2021 edition of Spotlight Vocabulary. Below you will find a series of curated articles that contain ideas and high-level vocabulary for tests like IELTS or OET. For a wider selection of articles, visit our LinkedIn and Twitter accounts. How To Use...

Learn IELTS Vocabulary: A Memorable Event 

Learn IELTS Vocabulary: A Memorable Event 

IELTS Speaking Test Sample:   Describing a memorable event in your life is probably something you do quite often - but how well can you do it in English?  Read the following speaking-style questions, paying close attention to words you don’t know and the words in...

Model IELTS General Task 1: Litter in a Public Park (Formal)

Model IELTS General Task 1: Litter in a Public Park (Formal)

It might seem very easy, but there are a lot of things that can go wrong with General Writing Task 1.  One thing many students miss is the plural in a bullet point. If you are asked to describe problems - then you should describe at least two. The model answer below...

Moving Your Money Abroad: The Most Effective Way 

Moving Your Money Abroad: The Most Effective Way 

Episode 4 – How To Get The Best Deal When Moving Your Money Abroad This is the series where we introduce you to experts who can help you achieve your goal to emigrate abroad. In this episode, we talk with Michael Hart, a leading specialist in currency exchange and...