What is IELTS and How to Prepare for IELTS Exam
What is IELTS?
IELTS stands for International English Language Testing System . This international test of English proficiency is available in almost 320 centres for IELTS worldwide
The IELTS test gives an accurate indication of the student’s ability in the four fundamental english skills:
- speaking
- reading
- writing.
- listening
IELTS Modules
There are two different modules for the Reading and Writing sections of the test:
* The Academic Module is meant for those wishing to enrol in universities and other institutions of higher education.
* The General Training Module is intended for those planning to gain work experience or to undertake non-academic training, or even for immigration purposes in some countries like Australia.
The IELTS exam scores are accepted in most countries and in almost all universities in Australia, Canada, UK, New Zealand, Ireland and many universities in the USA.
How to Practice for the IELTS Test
There are several excellent resources for studying for the IELTS.
AaPress - Publisher of many useful IELTS books, IELTS exercise books, CDs, Tapes & Helpful Hints for IELTS.
Pearson Longman - Publisher of many IELTS books. This site offers many study tips for IELTS, Practice Tests and Resources.
IELTS Guide - Download the guide for helping your prepare for the exam from the Study English Australia Network .
IELTS Video & Study Guides - From the University of Hong Kong, some pages required an ID, but most PDF and videos are available for free download of the IELTS material.
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Vinai