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Language Proficiency Tests

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IELTS

The IELTS is managed by IELTS, British Council, and Cambridge Assessment English. This exam is of two kinds depending on the purpose of the test. The IELTS Academic is the test for those planning to study abroad. If you want to migrate or shift to another country for work, the exam you have to take is the General Training version. Irrespective of whichever form of the exam you appear for, the eligibility criteria remain the same.

About IELTS Exam
  • Listening
  • Reading
  • Writing
  • Speaking

Since its introduction in 1989, IELTS preparation has become one of the most trusted forms of English-language assessment and is accepted by over 8,000 universities, employers and immigration organisations worldwide. IELTS testing methods focus on the candidate’s practical ability to use English in real-life situations.

IELTS Tips & Tricks:
  • Ensure that you carry your relevant ID proofs. Carry the same identification document as used at the time of test application.
  • Double check test location, date and time. Keep enough travel time so as to avoid getting late.
  • Be attentive when the supervisor is giving instructions, ask again if you have any doubts.
  • Try to attempt all questions as there is no negative marking.
  • Listen to the questions asked carefully, and answer directly
  • Try to write over 150 words for task 1 and over 250 for task 2)
  • Be precise, grammatically-correct and to-the-point. Proofread before submission
  • Don’t waste time writing on question paper. There is a time limit and you will get no extra time to transfer answers later on
  • Most important: check if your headphones are working, if not, raise your hand

 

How to Prepare for IELTS

Listening

The IELTS Listening test will take about 30 minutes, and you will have an extra 10 minutes to transfer your answers to the answer sheet. Listen to the instructions for each section of the test carefully. Answer all of the questions.There are 40 questions altogether. Each question carries one mark.

Reading

The IELTS Reading test consists of 40 questions, designed to test a wide range of reading skills. These include reading for gist, reading for main ideas, reading for detail, skimming, understanding logical argument and recognising writers' opinions, attitudes and purpose.

Writing

Responses must be given on the Writing Answer Sheet and must be written in full. Notes are not acceptable as answers. Responses to both tasks must be written in an academic or semi-formal/neutral style.

Speaking

The Speaking test takes between 11 and 14 minutes and consists of an interview between the test taker and a trained and certified examiner.

IELTS Eligibility:

As mentioned above, IELTS is taken by aspirants who wish to study, work or migrate to some select countries but IELTS is useful in many other scenarios as well. IELTS is compulsory if you are planning to study in Australia, Canada, UK, and New Zealand. It is also accepted in over 3,000 US academic institutes including Ivy League colleges and many schools situated across the globe.

  • Apart from that, many organizations and MNC’s require IELTS if you plan to work at a branch situated in an English speaking country.
  • IELTS is also the only secure English Language Test that is officially approved by UK Visas and Immigration for UK visa applicants.
  • You can also apply for Immigration to Australia, New Zealand, and Canada. IELTS is accepted by immigration authorities and can be taken as a substitute to TOEFL for the mentioned countries.

 

PTE

The PTE-Academic examination is split into four modules - Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening. whereas the Speaking and Writing modules ar combined in one session, Listening and Reading ar divided into 2 completely different sections. starting from MCQs to essay writing, reading out sentences to selecting the proper answer, there ar twenty kinds of queries all told four formats.

The PTE take a look at is predicated on real-life educational and general content. you'll stumble upon graphs, summaries, excerpts, and plenty of additional things that belong to things around you. The take a look at conjointly contains each native and non-native accents, very like what you hear in films, TV, and different real-life conversations from way of life.

 

How to Prepare for PTE

Speaking

Personal introduction
Repeat sentence
Read aloud
Re-tell lecture

Reading

Fill in the blanks
Multiple-choice, choose multiple answers
Multiple-choice, choose single answer
Re-order paragraphs

Listening

Summarize spoken text
Fill in the blanks
Multiple-choice, choose single answers
Multiple-choice, choose multiple answers
Select missing word
Highlight correct summary
Highlight incorrect words
Write from dictation

Writing

Describe image
Summarize written text
Answer short question
Essay (20 mins)


 

TOFEL

The TOEFL communicating pattern includes four sections together with Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing that area unit geared toward testing the tutorial English skills of the candidates. all told of those four sections, a personal is asked to perform tasks that mix the four major English communication skills in three hours with thirty extra minutes provided to complete the arrival method.

In order to organize effectively for the check, it's imperative that a candidate encompasses a clear plan of all the sections and also the communicating pattern and course of study for TOEFL, and secure a decent score to pursue their dream of finding out at a prestigious university abroad.

TOEFL or check of English as a distant Language, Associate in Nursing English language proficiency check, approved by thousands of universities in additional than a hundred and fifty countries, encompasses a mounted check structure prescribed by ETS.

 

How to Prepare for PTE

Speaking

4 tasks: 1 opinion-based independent task and 3 integrated tasks based on what is heard and read. Speak about a topic and discuss material you have read and listened to.

Reading

3-4 Passages: 700 words Multiple-focus passages (cause/effect, compare/contrast). Read passages and respond appropriately to questions.

Listening

3–4 lectures, some including classroom discussion and 2–3 conversations. Answer questions related to concise lectures or classroom discussions.

Writing

2 tasks: 1 Integrated task based on what is heard and read and 1 opinion-based independent task. Read a passage, listen to a recording that will be played, type your answer.

 

CELPIP

The Canadian English Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP) is accepted by the Canadian government for immigration functions. The language proficiency take a look at is additionally accepted by varied academic establishments in North American nation. it's conducted by Paragon Testing Enterprises, a subsidiary of the University of British Columbia (UBC). There ar 2 versions of CELPIP communicating CELPIP-General, and CELPIP-General LS.

 

How to Prepare for PTE

Speaking

Understanding performance standards
Review of speaking skills
Developing ideas
Introduction to vocabulary-building

Reading

Active vs. passive readers
Previewing, skimming, and scanning
Getting meaning from context
Eliminating wrong answers
Improving your reading speed
Introduction to vocabulary-building

Listening

Question types
Introduction to test-taking strategies
Introduction to vocabulary-building
Establishing context
Note-taking strategies: Location and time
Note-taking strategies: Main ideas and supporting details

Writing

Understanding performance standards
Precision and meaning
Identifying common errors
Introduction to vocabulary-building