Tips for the Speaking Test

The speaking test for the IELTS can be an intimidating and stressful experience.  Watch these entertaining videos for some helpful tips on how to handle questions posed by the examiner.  

Do you ever wonder how you will be assessed on your speaking?  What specific areas of pronunciation should you keep in mind for the IELTS speaking test?  Watch a video of a British Council English teaching expert explain what you need to know about pronunciation.

What do successful IELTS candidates think you should consider when preparing for the speaking test?  Watch a video of candidates from around the world give tips on a variety of topics to better help your speaking band score.  Tips include such areas of speaking as:

  • The content of your speech
  • Building your fluency
  • Asking the examiner to repeat a question
  • Grammar 
  • What to do when you can’t remember a word

IELTS Grammar! Improve your IELTS scores by understanding the aspects of grammar that are considered during the assessment of IELTS Speaking, which include the balancing of range with accuracy, the use of complex sentences, and the type of tenses required for different sections of the test. Suggested resources & activities to help improve your English language grammar are also provided.  Click here to watch the video.

Improve your IELTS scores by understanding the aspects of fluency and coherence that are considered during the assessment of IELTS Speaking, which include speaking at length, organising ideas logically, and appropriately signposting to indicate the direction of your thoughts. Suggestions & examples, along with advice to improve your fluency in English language.  Go here to watch the video.