Vikramjit Singh

“As if deciding to take IELTS wasn’t big enough! Now there is IDP and British Council to choose from!” Thoughts like this hover around almost everyone who is gearing up for IELTS. To make matters worse, a good number of people actually believe that the exam is different at each of these organizations. So what is the real deal? Let’s find out! Common misconceptions about IDP and British Council: A surprising number of people strongly believe that the testing system is widely different in IDC than in the British Council. For instance, they feel: IDC is more lenient in marking. The people who mark your papers are different. You need to register with IDC only if you are planning to go to Australia; while the British Council is for U.K and U.S. So what is the truth? The truth is very simple. Both IDC and British Council, along with Cambridge English Language Assessment own IELTS. Cambridge English Language Assessment compiles the test and IDC and British Council...

Immigration to Canada might seem to be a difficult process and to be frank for the first time anyone might find it hard to settle down in the country as well. The reason many people think it is hard to immigrate is because there are requirements to meet that many people are unaware of indeed. But there are people or students who want to immigrate for a better future in work carrier, studying and for family also. So, in order to help you understand how the process works we are going to discuss in depth about the immigration requirements. It is not only important to have a zeal to move to a new country but you have to understand that you will need to meet the standards set by the government of the country to have you as a new citizen. Available Residency Options So learning about the requirements is important but before you do so you need to have a clear understanding of the type of residency you are opting out for. In simple words, many people move to Canad...

It has now been a couple of months since I took the PTE exam for the second time, but I still find myself thinking about it quite a lot. It’s not so much a test as an experience— one I am not likely to forget anytime soon! My PTE adventure was a bit of an emotional roller-coaster (read about how I failed the PTE and then got a PTE 90), and in the end, I took away two very important lessons. I would like to share them with you here because I think they’re important to consider before you go in. I sure wish I had known them before I wrote the PTE exam for the first time! PTE Exam Secret #1: You can’t just “wing it” The first time I took the PTE exam, I assumed that as a native speaker I could just “see how it would go” and still come out with top marks. Unfortunately, I was very wrong, and this was reflected in my scores. Here is the problem: many people think to themselves “I speak great English, I have top marks in English at school and I practice with my friends a...

The most important question for IELTS test takers: What is the difference between IELTS General and IELTS Academic? A lot of people doing the IELTS aren’t sure of which one to take, i.e. the never-ending IELTS Academic vs IELTS General confusion. Well, it depends on why you are doing the IELTS. If you are doing it to get into an English-speaking university or professional registration, then you will need to do the IELTS Academic. If you are doing it for migration purposes, then you will need to do the IELTS General. The IELTS test has 4 parts: Writing (task 1 & 2) Reading Listening Speaking Writing Task 2, Listening and Speaking are the same for both IELTS Academic and IELTS general. Writing task 2 is an essay. You will be given an essay question to answer in 40 minutes by writing at least 250 words. In the Listening test, you will hear 4 audio recordings and have to answer 40 questions. It lasts between 30-40 minutes. In the Speaking test, you will be...

A large number of candidates appear in IELTS speaking test but their band scores differ, for example, some get Band 7 or above while some receive Band 6 or below. So, what is the dissimilarity with a candidate who scored Band 7 and not Band 6 or Band 5? There must be some differences in the way these candidates prepare for the exam. Unless you understand this difference, you won’t be able to improve your band score in IELTS. Let us understand these differentiating points in detail: Being Confident One of the major factors that affect your speaking, especially during exam, is whether you are speaking confidently or not. If you are nervous, you are going to hesitate a lot while answering the questions and this will adversely affect your performance. Keep in mind that you cannot deliver your best if you are too much nervous, you can try to be calm, patient and confident. Now, you may be thinking that nervous for speaking test is inevitable. Yes! You are right but ho...

Training for IELTS is a difficult task. As a dedicated English language exam, it is easy to perform well but difficult to score high. A strong IELTS band can make or break your chances of higher studies, employment, and immigration. Preparation is necessary. Most of us have never experienced refined online coaching. Before you commit to one, ensure to check on the criteria given below: Credibility   IELTS coaching is a holistic experience that is designed to leave you completely prepared for the examination ahead. A novice or just a language teacher may not understand the course build up. Individual criteria of Writing, Listening and Speaking will need customized focus and daily practice within a limited time. An excellent coach will help you in working on your skills. Hence, it’s important to study with an online coaching portal that has achieved substantial results. Personal Mentoring Customized learning can be a key a needle mover in your preparation fo...

Do you feel IELTS writing section is the hardest to crack? Do not worry because you are not alone in this. Seven out of ten candidates feel IELTS writing is quite challenging. This article is all about letting you know how you can actually improve your IELTS writing score. Before we move ahead, let us understand the marking criteria of the writing section in IELTS: How does IELTS mark your writing? If you know the criteria on which you are marked, then 25% of your job is done. All then left are you focussing on those areas to get better. Note that your IELTS Writing section consists of two tasks. Task one needs to be written in 150 words whereas task 2 asks for at least 250 words. Check the pdf 1 and pdf 2 for an idea of how your writing exam question paper would look like. Tips for improving your score Now let us move onto the tried and tested methods of improving your IELTS writing score. 1. Read the passage carefully There is absolutely no alternative to car...

The commonest IELTS related query searched on Google is “how to ace the IELTS”. Internet offers a mind-boggling amount of resources and FAQs. It’s true that some of them are helpful but most tend to confuse candidates. What is it that answers this pressing question? Is there indeed a way to score well at IELTS? Let us go through this article to find out. A break-down of the IELTS format. Before we move on to the tips of scoring well at IELTS, let us first understand the format. Knowing the pattern of any exam is the first step towards a good score. IELTS tests you on all four aspects of language skills: Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing. The following image shows a compact view of how your IELTS test would look like: Now that you are familiar with the Structure let’s move ahead. Preparation for IELTS requires a special focus on two areas, time management, and skill development . While you practice at home, be sure to time your each and every wo...

August 2019 Nowadays many of us prefer to throw damaged things away, whereas in the past people used to repair damaged items and keep them for a long time. Why has this change happened? What are the effects of this change? Give relevant examples from your knowledge or experience. More and more parents are allowing their children to play on computers and tablets as they think that children should learn technology skills. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages? When a new town is planned, it is more important to develop public parks and sports facilities than shopping centers for people to spend their free time in. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Research into new types of medicine and treatments are essential for the improvement of health and deal with diseases. Who do you think should fund these researches: private companies, individuals or governments? With the recent improvement to the internet, people can leave views ...

September 2019 1. Cue Card Talk about an interesting conversation you had with someone. You should say: Who you were talking with? What and when it was? And explain how you felt after than. Who you were talking with? 2. Cue Card Describe a time when you taught an older person something new. You should say: When it happened? Who you taught ? Why you taught this person ? And explain how you felt about it. 3. Cue Card Talk about a situation when you celebrated your achievement. You should say: What happened? Who you were there with What happened? Explain why you felt bored ? 4. Cue Card Describe something which you borrowed from your friend or family member. You should say: What it is? When you borrowed it? Who you borrowed it from What it is? And explain why you borrowed it. What it is? 5. Cue Card Describe a person who encouraged you to achieve a goal recently. You should say: Who the person is? What he/she encourage you for?...