ACADEMIC WRITING SKILLS COURSE

The Elementary Course is a basic General English Language Course (Level 2) to practise using English in everyday life (CEFR: A1+). The topics are relevant to modern day and include practise in the four skills of reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Course materials are included in the price.

The Listening Skills component is designed for candidates tackling the IELTS Academic (AC) Test, focusing on understanding IELTS Listening Task Types and practicing exam techniques under timed conditions to boost confidence and ensure task completion. Independent Learning Tasks (ILT) post-lesson further develop listening skills, with Progress Tests for assessment. Similarly, the Reading Skills component, IELTS Academic Reading , examines the format and scoring system, emphasizing effective question answering and regular timed practice to enhance confidence. Post-lesson ILTs allow for additional practice. The Writing Skills component, tailored for IELTS Academic Writing, scrutinises the writing format and scoring system, emphasising regular exam practice under timed conditions and self-assessment techniques. Feedback and scores from Progress Tests aid in writing process development. Lastly, the Speaking Skills component addresses the IELTS Speaking Exam Format and common topics, with a focus on building topic vocabulary and overall fluency and confidence through practice tests and feedback sessions with an experienced examiner assessing vocabulary, grammar, fluency, and pronunciation.

Tailored for candidates preparing for the IELTS General Training Reading Test, the IELTS Reading Preparatory Course provides a detailed examination of the reading format, scoring system, and exam techniques. Emphasising effective question answering and progressively honing reading skills through regular timed practice sessions aim to enhance confidence and ensure task completion success. The course includes post-lesson Independent Learning Tasks (ILTs) for additional practice and consolidation of reading skills and exam techniques. With three Progress Tests (Mock Exams) for assessment and feedback, the course materials feature authentic IELTS Exam Practice Tests. The structured lessons guide participants through familiarising with text types and exam questions, employing specific reading strategies, combining tips and techniques, practicing under timed conditions, and discussing answers to bolster confidence and performance.

Tailored for candidates tackling the IELTS Academic (AC) Writing Test, the IELTS Writing Preparatory Course delves into the writing format, scoring system, and exam techniques. Emphasising effective question answering and regular timed practice sessions aim to boost confidence and ensure successful task completion. Post-lesson Independent Learning Tasks (ILT) allow for self-assessment related to the IELTS scoring system, with feedback and scores provided by experienced IELTS examiners on Progress Tests to facilitate writing process development. Authentic IELTS Exam Practice Tests are included in the course materials. Structured lessons guide participants through familiarising with writing tasks, analysing sample and model answers, focusing on planning and organising writing, and practicing under timed conditions while engaging in self-assessment and receiving constructive feedback to enhance writing skills.

The IELTS Speaking Preparatory Course is tailored to introduce you to the exam format (Part 1, 2 & 3) and the most common topics. Structured in four steps, the course begins with expanding your vocabulary through worksheets and independent learning tasks (ILT), followed by practicing IELTS-style questions using the newly acquired vocabulary. You'll then receive feedback from an experienced IELTS examiner on vocabulary, grammar, fluency, and pronunciation, along with tips for improvement. Finally, through speaking practice tests and feedback sessions focusing on the same topic with different questions, you'll enhance overall fluency and confidence using authentic exam-type questions.

Tailored to cater to candidates preparing for the IELTS General Training (GT) Writing Test, the IELTS Writing Preparatory Course meticulously explores the writing format, scoring system, and exam techniques. The primary objectives of the course are to enhance confidence and ensure successful task completion through focused instruction on question answering and regular timed practice sessions. Independent Learning Tasks (ILT) post-lesson enable students to practice self-assessment techniques aligned with the IELTS scoring system. Experienced IELTS examiners provide feedback and scores on Progress Tests, facilitating writing process development. Course materials include authentic IELTS Exam Practice Tests. Structured lessons guide participants through familiarisation with writing tasks, analysis of sample and model answers, emphasis on planning and organising writing, and practice under timed conditions. Self-assessment and constructive feedback from instructors aid in skill development according to the IELTS grading system.

The Basic Writing Course (Academic Writing Course 1) provides an opportunity to acquire the skills needed to enhance your writing and present your ideas more clearly. Planning, Critical Reflection, and Editing are vital elements in the writing process. The goal of the basic academic writing course is to develop general writing skills supported with regular feedback on drafts produced by the learner. The process of the learner developing and improving academic writing skills, informed by constructive feedback, is used to build both confidence and competence in writing.

The Intermediate Course is a General English Language Course (Level 3) to practise using English in everyday life (CEFR: A2+). The topics are relevant to modern day and include practise in the four skills of reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Course materials are included in the price.

The Advanced Course is a General English Language Course (Level 5) to practise using English in everyday life (CEFR: B2). The topics are relevant to modern day and include practise in the four skills of reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Course materials are included in the price.

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The IELTS One Skill Listening Course caters to candidates preparing for either the IELTS Academic (AC) or IELTS General Training (GT) test, offering focused examination of IELTS Listening task types and ample practice in exam techniques. Emphasising how to approach each task type and regular timed practice sessions aim to boost confidence and ensure successful task completion. The curriculum includes post-lesson Independent Learning Tasks (ILT) to further enhance listening skills, alongside Progress Tests for assessing performance. With authentic IELTS Exam Practice Tests provided, the course comprises steps to familiarise candidates with the exam format, practice tasks with tips and strategies, progress tests, and independent learning activities to refine listening skills.

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