Cambridge English blog contributor Kieu Thu Hong has published an article featuring useful tips for reading and listening to IELTS.
She says, “In this article, I’ll debunk three common myths about IELTS Listening and Reading practice that may be hindering your students’ abilities to achieve their desired scores. It’s easy to fall prey to these misconceptions, whether due to misinformation or misguided advice. But don’t worry, I’ll provide you with the knowledge and strategies to help your students overcome these barriers. Then we’ll look at some IELTS Reading and Listening tips to help them excel on test day.
What are three common misconceptions about the IELTS Reading and Listening tests?
1. You must practise solely with IELTS materials
Many IELTS test takers believe that simply doing practice tests will improve their listening and reading skills. However, these tests can be academic and difficult, making them unsuitable for learners at all levels. It can be overwhelming and counterproductive to learn from materials beyond their current proficiency level. As an alternative, I always advise my students to read and listen based on their language proficiency and not limit themselves to just IELTS textbooks.”