{"id":4782,"date":"2018-11-28T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2018-11-27T23:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/blog\/why-should-you-prepare-for-the-ielts\/"},"modified":"2021-10-18T14:43:50","modified_gmt":"2021-10-18T12:43:50","slug":"why-should-you-prepare-for-the-ielts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/why-should-you-prepare-for-the-ielts\/","title":{"rendered":"IELTS Tips And Tricks: How to Best Prepare For The Test?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start\" style=\"max-width:calc( 1400px + 0px );margin-left: calc(-0px \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-0px \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p>Taking an exam such as the IELTS has nowadays become essential. In this article, we are going to share all of our top tips for<a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/ielts-scores\/\"> acing the IELTS test score<\/a>. Read on to discover the following points:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>How to prepare for the IELTS;<\/li>\n<li>Tips for each section of the test (Reading, Speaking, Listening and Writing);<\/li>\n<li>Practical advice for the day of the exam;<\/li>\n<li>Classic mistakes to avoid.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you\u2019re <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/en\/exam\/ielts\">preparing for the IELTS<\/a>, look no further! This is your <strong>go-to guide for all the best IELTS tips and tricks.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you have not decided yet which version of the <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/ielts-general-or-ielts-academic\/\">IELTS test (Academic or General)<\/a> you wish to take, read this article.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 0px;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 0px;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 0px;margin-left : 0px;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper 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class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start\" style=\"max-width:calc( 1400px + 0px );margin-left: calc(-0px \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-0px \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><div class=\"video-shortcode\"><iframe title=\"How to successfully prepare for IELTS General\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/nXnzJG_Oryk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>IELTS Tip And Tricks To Help You Be Well Prepared For The Exam<\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019ve decided to <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/what-is-the-ielts\/\">take the IELTS<\/a>, you\u2019ll have realized that it\u2019s a <strong>serious exam that requires some proper preparation.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Test dates can be hard to come by and <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/cost-ielts-test\/\">there is an IELTS fee too,<\/a> so make sure to follow our IELTS tips and tricks to <strong>make sure you go into your exam fully prepared:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Know your weaknesses:<\/strong> there are four IELTS kills tested \u2013 listening, reading, writing, and speaking \u2013 so take an assessment test first to identify how to best prioritize your preparations.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Know how the exam works:<\/strong> familiarize yourself with the IELTS by studying with IELTS-specific exercises so that there are no surprises on test day.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Practice using mock papers:<\/strong> taking timed <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/practice-exercises-per-section-for-the-ielts-exam\/\">practice tests with real IELTS questions<\/a> is one of the best methods for preparing for the real thing.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make a plan for the exam:<\/strong> you should have a clear idea of how you will use your time in the exam and the techniques you will deploy when faced with any question.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We have written an article about <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/ielts-test-center-find-the-exam-location-nearest-to-you\/\">IELTS test centers<\/a> in many places around the world!<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-55831\" src=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/person-holding-a-trophy-e1626874533402.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"320\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/person-holding-a-trophy-e1626874533402-200x219.jpg 200w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/person-holding-a-trophy-e1626874533402-274x300.jpg 274w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/person-holding-a-trophy-e1626874533402-400x437.jpg 400w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/person-holding-a-trophy-e1626874533402-600x656.jpg 600w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/person-holding-a-trophy-e1626874533402-768x839.jpg 768w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/person-holding-a-trophy-e1626874533402-800x874.jpg 800w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/person-holding-a-trophy-e1626874533402-937x1024.jpg 937w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/person-holding-a-trophy-e1626874533402-1200x1312.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/person-holding-a-trophy-e1626874533402.jpg 1279w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"post-4782-_rdppc4cgq64p\"><\/a>Basic Tips to Follow On the Day of Your IELTS Exam<\/h2>\n<p>The key to success is in the preparation, which includes preparing for the test day itself. Taking a test in formal exam conditions can be stressful, so it\u2019s important to make sure you\u2019re ready for it.<\/p>\n<p><strong>One of the most difficult aspects of test day is time management.<\/strong> It\u2019s crucial that you work through the whole test and move through the tasks at a steady pace. <strong>Set yourself time limits<\/strong> for each question and task so that you can nudge yourself to move on if you\u2019ve lingered too long.<\/p>\n<p>If you manage your time well, you should have a few minutes at the end of each task to<strong> check your answers<\/strong>. This is crucial: use that time to make sure you have <strong>followed all the instructions correctly<\/strong> and haven\u2019t missed anything.<\/p>\n<p>One of our top IELTS tips and tricks is to<strong> avoid stress at all costs.<\/strong> Get an early night before test day and keep your head: remember that stressing out about not understanding a question will only make things more difficult. <strong>Stay calm and if you don\u2019t know something, move on.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>IELTS Reading Tips To Pass The Section Successfully<\/h2>\n<p>In the <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/ielts-reading-section\/\">IELTS Reading section<\/a>, you will be faced with several texts dealing with different subjects. The extracts can be quite long, and each one will be followed by a set of questions. Here are our <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/ielts-reading-tips-how-to-prepare-for-the-test\/\">two top IELTS Reading tips and tricks<\/a> for making it through:<\/p>\n<p>First of all, <strong>don\u2019t read the whole text.<\/strong> There simply isn\u2019t enough time to read all of the texts in detail. Instead, <strong>begin by reading the questions<\/strong> to understand what information you are looking for, then go back to the texts to find it.<\/p>\n<p>Secondly, <strong>identify the keywords from the question<\/strong> and use them to home in on the relevant part of the text. You should be able to <strong>scan the text<\/strong> and spot the specific sections that will help you answer each question.<\/p>\n<h2>IELTS Speaking Tips: How To Prepare For The Oral Test<\/h2>\n<p>For the <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/ielts-speaking-section\/\">first part of the Speaking section<\/a>, you will be required to<strong> introduce yourself to the examiner<\/strong> and answer some simple questions about yourself. One of our top IELTS Speaking tips is to <strong>prepare this section in advance.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For the second part, you will be asked to <strong>speak on a topic assigned<\/strong> to you by the examiner on a task card. You will have a couple of minutes to prepare and it\u2019s important to<strong> use that preparation time wisely<\/strong>. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/ielts-speaking-tips-all-you-need-to-prepare-for-the-oral-test\/\">IELTS tips and tricks for the Speaking<\/a> are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Do not write a script:<\/strong> prepare to speak spontaneously using some keyword prompts<\/li>\n<li><strong>Respond to every instruction<\/strong> on the task card<\/li>\n<li><strong>Brainstorm<\/strong> relevant vocabulary to your topic<\/li>\n<li>Make sure to <strong>balance your response<\/strong> and consider different points of view<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Then, the examiner will <strong>engage you in a discussion<\/strong> for the third part of the Speaking section. In this part, it\u2019s particularly important to <strong>listen carefully to the questions<\/strong> they ask you and <strong>take a moment to think before responding.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Our final IELTS tips and tricks for the Speaking section include: Speak clearly, Speak slowly and <strong>Pay attention to your pronunciation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"post-4782-_47mmcuocsahf\"><\/a>IELTS Listening Tips To Get The Maximum Score On The Test<\/h2>\n<p>For the<a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/ielts-listening-section\/\"> IELTS Listening section<\/a>, you will <strong>hear the recordings once and once only.<\/strong> This means that there are no second chances you must be ready from the word go. Luckily, we have more IELTS tips and tricks to get you through.<\/p>\n<p>The first of our <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/ielts-the-top-10-listening-tips\/\">IELTS Listening tips<\/a> is to use the time before the recordings are played to <strong>read the questions carefully<\/strong>. Identify the questions words \u2013 who, what, when, how \u2013 and study the vocabulary. This will help <strong>you anticipate the kinds of situations<\/strong> you will encounter and what information to listen out for.<\/p>\n<p>When the recordings start, <strong>take notes as you listen<\/strong>. This is your only chance to hear the recordings, and a <strong>few keywords could help you fill in the blanks<\/strong> during your checking time at the end.<\/p>\n<h2>IELTS Writing Tips: Everything You Need To Know For A Great Essay<\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/ielts-writing-sample\/\">IELTS Writing section<\/a> can be one of the trickiest for students. Your <strong>writing will be marked against four criteria:<\/strong> task achievement; coherence and cohesion; lexical resource; and grammatical range and accuracy. So here are our <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/ielts-writing-tips-practice-and-ace-your-essay\/\">top IELTS Writing tips<\/a> to help you survive it\u2026<\/p>\n<p>\u201cTask achievement\u201d means <strong>answering every aspect of the question<\/strong>. Make sure you read both task questions carefully and <strong>respond to all the prompts.<\/strong> If they provide a statistic or statement, comment on it. If they ask for your opinion, make sure to give it.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cCoherence and cohesion\u201d is about structure. <strong>Writing your responses in an organized way is essential:<\/strong> divide your answer into clear paragraphs and use structural markers to guide the examiner through.<\/p>\n<p>Vocabulary and grammar are important too. <strong>Showing off your range of vocabulary<\/strong> and familiarity with advanced grammar structures is a great way to score points, but if you\u2019re in doubt,<strong> keep it simple but correct<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, let\u2019s talk about <strong>handwriting<\/strong>. You will be writing your responses by hand, so it is essential that the examiner can read your writing!<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-55835\" src=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/man-in-suit-writing.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"267\" srcset=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/man-in-suit-writing-200x133.jpg 200w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/man-in-suit-writing-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/man-in-suit-writing-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/man-in-suit-writing-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/man-in-suit-writing-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/man-in-suit-writing-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/man-in-suit-writing-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/man-in-suit-writing-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/man-in-suit-writing.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>What Not to Do on Test Day if You Wish to Pass the IELTS<\/h2>\n<p>So now we\u2019ve shared our IELTS tips and tricks for what you should do on exam day, let\u2019s talk about what you shouldn\u2019t do.<\/p>\n<p>The first obvious <strong>no-no is cheating.<\/strong> The IELTS is a serious exam and you will take it under strict exam conditions. This means no peeking over at your neighbour\u2019s exam paper or writing notes on your hand.<\/p>\n<p>It should go without saying but it\u2019s worth noting: <strong>no phones are allowed.<\/strong> Even if you don\u2019t intend to use your mobile phone to cheat, make sure you don\u2019t have it on you in the room. If it goes off during the exam, you could be heavily penalized.<\/p>\n<p>The IELTS is an English exam and they\u2019re looking to test your knowledge of the language, including reading comprehension and vocabulary. This means<strong> no helping hand from a dictionary. <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Last but by no means least: <strong>do not ignore the exam instructions.<\/strong> Each task will come with an instruction, guiding you as to how many words to write, or whether to choose a letter or a number, for example. It is crucial that you follow these instructions to the letter: if you give a correct answer in the incorrect format, you\u2019ll <strong>end up losing valuable marks.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Prepare For the IELTS With GlobalExam&rsquo;s Unique Offer<\/h2>\n<p>We\u2019ve said it already, but we\u2019ll say it again: preparing for the IELTS with <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/best-resources-ielts\/\">IELTS specific revision materials<\/a> is one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/on-the-road-to-ielts-6-steps-to-success\/\">best preparations you can do to ensure success<\/a>. Luckily for you, GlobalExam has the solution for doing just that. When you join GlobalExam, you\u2019re joining a community of language <strong>learners preparing for exams<\/strong>. If you want to improve your English specifically with the IELTS in mind, we\u2019ve got a whole range of materials to help you do so. <strong>Polish up your <\/strong><strong>grammar<\/strong><strong> and <\/strong><strong>vocabulary<\/strong> using our study sheets, and test your progress using our revision exercises. Then, transform your English knowledge into IELTS preparation.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve designed a whole set of <strong>IELTS-specific study exercises<\/strong> to prepare you for test day. Study when you want, where you want, and what you want: whether you\u2019re targeting listening, reading, speaking or writing, you can find dozens of <strong>example questions and exercises<\/strong> on GlobalExam. When you\u2019re ready, you can even take<strong> graded mock tests under real conditions<\/strong> to see how you\u2019re doing and to get an idea of your projected grade. 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