IELTS Speaking module consists of an interview and each candidate is interviewed individually. This module tests your ability to speak on number topics. This IELTS speaking test lasts for nearly 11-14 minutes and involves you speaking to a native speaker who is trained to assess your spoken English against IELTS criteria. You will be informed of the time and place of your speaking test by the test centre at least 72 hours prior to the test date. Continue Reading ->

Probably this is the most important question, which creeps into your mind as soon as you think of taking an IELTS exam. Academic module is mainly for those, who are trying to pursue their education in an English speaking country; where as General module is for those, who are trying to migrate to an English speaking country. Continue Reading ->

IELTS  (International English Language Testing System) is an international standardised test to check the English language proficiency.  It is managed by three international organisations namely British Council, IDP Education Australia and the University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations. IETLS tests are held up to four times a month in over 500 centres.  It is accepted by thousands of organisations throughout the world and IELTS result is valid for two years.

IELTS is mainly categorised into two versions:  the Academic Version and the General Training Version.  The Academic Version is advised for those who want to enrol in universities and other institutions for higher studies in an English-speaking country.  The General Training Version is for those who want to work or migrate.  The Academic and the General modules both are divided into four groups:  Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking.  IELTS is evaluated and graded on the basis of nine-band scale.  The nine bands are described as follows:

Band 9: Expert User: Has fully operational command of the language:  appropriate, accurate and fluent with complete understanding.

Band 8: Very Good User: Has fully operational command of the language with only occasional unsystematic inaccuracies and inappropriacies.  Misunderstandings may occur in unfamiliar situations. Handles complex detailed argumentation well.

Band 7: Good User: Has operational command of the language, though with occasional inaccuracies, inappropriacies and misunderstandings in some situations.  Generally handles complex language well and understands detailed reasoning.

Band 6: Competent User: Has generally effective command of the language despite some inaccuracies, inappropriacies and misunderstandings.  Can use and understand fairly complex language, particularly in familiar situations. Continue Reading ->

The issue task in GRE tests designed to test your ability to present a position on an issue effectively and persuasively. Your task is to analyze the issue presented, considering various perspectives, and to develop your own position on the issue. In scoring your Issue essay, GRE readers will consider the following things:

• How effectively you recognize and deal with the complexities and implications of the issue
• How effectively you organize, develop, and express your ideas
• How effectively you support your ideas (with reasons and examples)
• How effectively you control the elements of standard written English (grammar, syntax, and usage) Continue Reading ->

Obtaining good score in GRE is not a tough task, if you plan and prepare in a systematic way. You need to have through understanding about the exam in order to crack it; here are some important tips to crack the GRE test.

• Generally many students get low scores on tests because they don’t take time to read the directions before answering the questions. Make sure you got the complete understanding of the question before answering it
• Set a goal to receive the GRE score you would like to obtain. Setting goals for yourself will allow you to have a clear idea of how much time and preparation required to meet your goals Continue Reading ->

If you are planning to pursue your masters in US, then you need to take up GRE (Graduate Record Examination). Graduate who scores high in GRE tend to have better success than those that scored lower. The test has four sections that measure critical thinking skills, quantitative reasoning, verbal reasoning and analytical writing skills. Each of these sections is designed to assess your knowledge at various levels. In order to prepare properly for the exam you need to know the purpose of each section. This article explores the various sections of GRE. Continue Reading ->