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In this episode, Eliot shares a special announcement about how to study for IELTS amid Covid-19 concerns. Episode resources and links:  Magoosh IELTS YouTube Channel What to Do if Your Study Plans Have Been Interrupted by Covid-19 How to study for IELTS during Covid-19  Naomi: Welcome to the Magoosh IELTS Podcast. This is a special announcement from our IELTS expert, Eliot. Take it away! Eliot: Hello, I’m Eliot, the IELTS expert at Magoosh, and I’m speaking for all of us here at Magoosh when I say I hope this message finds you and your loved ones in good health during this time of uncertainty in the world.  We’re reaching out to you as IELTS students, to let you know that Magoosh will be making every effort to keep you informed on how the rapidly-evolving COVID-19 situation is impacting IELTS study plans and test dates. It’s our top priority to provide you with support and the most up-to-date advice regarding the IELTS and COVID-19. IELTS COVID-19 Tips: So you’re probably wondering how the coronavirus pande

In this episode, Eliot and Naomi talk about how to understand and respond to an IELTS Academic Writing Task 2 essay question. They'll cover:  Writing Task 2 requirements Different ways you can write responses to three Task 2 Agree-Disagree example questions Episode resources and links:  IELTS Academic Writing Task 2: The Complete Guide IELTS Writing: To What Extent Do You Agree or Disagree? The Best IELTS Task 2 Writing Template Brainstorming Ideas for the IELTS Task 2 Essay IELTS Paraphrasing Task 2 | Video Post Learn how to improve your IELTS band score with Magoosh! Use coupon code ieltspodcast to save 20% at ielts.magoosh.com   Episode 26 Transcript - 3 Example Agree-Disagree Questions Translations: (Tiếng Việt, فارسی) Intro Welcome to the Magoosh IELTS Podcast! This is Episode 26. In this episode, you’re going to learn how to understand and respond to an IELTS Academic Writing Task 2 essay question that is formatted as an Agree-Disagree question. First Eliot and I will explain the Task 2 requiremen

In this episode, Eliot and Naomi talk about a very important IELTS Writing skill: sentence construction. They'll cover:  Powerful sentence patterns and; How you can use them to improve your writing Episode resources and links:  Useful Sentence Patterns for IELTS Writing Learn how to improve your IELTS band score with Magoosh! Use coupon code ieltspodcast to save 20% at ielts.magoosh.com  Episode 27 Transcript - 6 Useful Sentence Patterns to Improve Your IELTS Writing Translations: (Tiếng Việt, فارسی) Intro Welcome to the Magoosh IELTS Podcast! This is Episode 27. In this episode, we’ll discuss a very important IELTS Writing skill: sentence construction. Eliot and I will talk about some powerful sentence patterns, and how you can use them to improve your writing. And don’t forget to visit us at IELTS.Magoosh.com for more great resources to improve your IELTS band score. Use coupon code “ieltspodcast” to save 20% off your IELTS test prep! Okay, let’s get started! Part 1 Naomi: Sentence structure can be so

In this episode, Eliot and Naomi talk about IELTS Speaking. They'll cover:  What makes IELTS Speaking so different All three parts of the IELTS Speaking section IELTS Speaking scoring categories Episode resources and links:  The Complete Guide to IELTS Speaking Learn how to improve your IELTS band score with Magoosh! Use coupon code ieltspodcast to save 20% at ielts.magoosh.com    Episode 25 Transcript - How to Prepare for IELTS Academic Speaking Translations: (Tiếng Việt, فارسی) Intro Welcome to the Magoosh IELTS Podcast! This is Episode 25. In this episode, we’ll discuss all things IELTS-Speaking. Check the show notes for a complete transcript, and links to the IELTS Speaking resources we discuss. And don’t forget to visit us at IELTS.Magoosh.com for more great resources to improve your IELTS band score. Use coupon code “ieltspodcast” to save 20% off your IELTS test prep! Okay, let’s get started! Part 1 Eliot: The IELTS Speaking section really is unique. You’re not just sitting there alone in a test ce

In this episode, Eliot and Naomi talk about IELTS practice tests. They'll cover:  Why it’s important to study for the IELTS using practice tests Tips on where to find high quality IELTS practice tests online How you can use practice tests as part of your IELTS study routine   Episode resources and links:  Magoosh’s Free IELTS Practice Test The British Council’s IELTS Practice Online IELTS Sample Tests on IELTS.org Free IELTS Practice Tests From Cambridge IELTS Liz: The Best Unofficial Source For Free Practice Tests Learn how to improve your IELTS band score with Magoosh! Use coupon code ieltspodcast to save 20% at ielts.magoosh.com    Episode 24 Transcript - Where to Find IELTS Practice Tests (and How to Use Them!) Translations: (Tiếng Việt, فارسی) Intro Welcome to the Magoosh IELTS Podcast! This is Episode 24. In this episode, you’re going to learn about IELTS practice tests, including what makes a good IELTS practice test, where to find them, and how to use practice tests as part of your IELTS test prep

In this episode, Eliot and Naomi talk about how to study for the IELTS in one month. They'll cover:  What you should study How much time you should spend studying Our 1-month study plan Episode resources and links:  One month IELTS study plan The Official Cambridge Guide to IELTS IELTS.org  The British Council’s IELTS page IELTS vocabulary flashcards EnglishVocabularyExercises.com Learn how to improve your IELTS band score with Magoosh! Use coupon code ieltspodcast to save 20% at ielts.magoosh.com    Episode 23 Transcript - How to Study for the IELTS in One Month Translations: (Tiếng Việt) Intro Welcome to the Magoosh IELTS Podcast! This is Episode 23. In this episode, we’re going to tell you how to study for the IELTS in one month. Afterward, you can check the show notes for direct links to Magoosh’s one month IELTS study plan, and links to recommended IELTS prep materials. Don’t forget to visit us at IELTS.Magoosh.com for more great resources to improve your IELTS band score. Use coupon code “ieltspo

In this episode Eliot and Naomi talk about how to prepare for the Academic IELTS Writing Task 2. They'll cover:  organization structure tone example questions scoring Episode resources and links:  IELTS Writing Task 2: Sample Question and Outline Sample IELTS Task 2 Essay  5 IELTS Writing Task 2 Types Improving your IELTS Writing Task 2 Score Learn how to improve your IELTS band score with Magoosh! Use coupon code ieltspodcast to save 20% at ielts.magoosh.com    Episode 22 Transcript: How to Prepare for the IELTS Academic Writing Task 2 Translations: (Tiếng Việt) Intro: Welcome to the Magoosh IELTS Podcast! This is Episode 22. In this episode, you’re going to learn about IELTS Academic Writing Task 2. We’re going to discuss everything you need to know about this second essay, including organization, structure, tone, example questions, and scoring. Don’t forget to visit us at IELTS.Magoosh.com for more great resources to improve your IELTS band score. Use coupon code “ieltspodcast” to save 20% off your

In this episode we’re going to talk about requesting an IELTS rescore. Eliot and I will discuss the rescore process why you might (or might not) want a rescore and your chances of success Episode resources and links:  How to Contest Your IELTS Score Learn how to improve your IELTS band score with Magoosh! Use coupon code ieltspodcast to save 20% at ielts.magoosh.com  Episode 21 Transcript: What You Need to Know about Requesting an IELTS Rescore Translations: (Tiếng Việt) Intro: Welcome to the Magoosh IELTS Podcast! This is Episode 21. In this episode, we’re going to talk about requesting an IELTS rescore. Eliot and I will discuss the rescore process-- how you can ask the IELTS to consider changing your score, and your chances of success. Visit IELTS.Magoosh.com for more great resources to improve your IELTS band score. Use coupon code “ieltspodcast” to save 20% off your IELTS test prep! Okay let’s get started! Part 1 Naomi: A lot of IELTS students wonder how often rescore requests are successful. But, Eli

In this episode, you’re going to learn about the IELTS Reading Section,. We'll cover: Four important Academic IELTS Reading strategies The difference between the Academic and the General Training IELTS Tips for the Academic Reading IELTS What types of questions will be on the test Episode resources and links:  Free IELTS Practice Test Learn how to improve your IELTS band score with Magoosh! Use coupon code ieltspodcast to save 20% at ielts.magoosh.com    Episode 20 Transcript: Four IELTS Academic Reading Strategies Translations: (Tiếng Việt) Intro: Welcome to the Magoosh IELTS Podcast! This is Episode 20. In this episode, you’re going to learn about the IELTS Reading Section, including four important Academic IELTS Reading strategies. First your IELTS teacher Eliot and I will discuss the difference between the Academic and the General Training IELTS, then we’ll give you some tips for the Academic Reading IELTS, and we’ll end by talking a little bit about what types of questions will be on the test. Don’t

In this episode we cover: -How to prepare for the IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 -What exactly you’ll be asked to do for the Task 1 section of the Academic IELTS. -Tips on how to analyze the Task 1 visuals -A step-by-step breakdown of how to write a strong Task 1 response Episode resources and links:  The Complete Guide to IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Learn how to improve your IELTS band score with Magoosh! Use coupon code ieltspodcast to save 20% at ielts.magoosh.com    Episode 19 Transcript: How to Prepare for IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Translations: (Tiếng Việt) Intro:   Welcome to the Magoosh IELTS Podcast! This is Episode 19. In this episode, you’re going to learn about how to prepare for the IELTS Academic Writing Task 1. Eliot and I will start by discussing what exactly you’ll be asked to do for the Task 1 section of the Academic IELTS. Then we’ll give you some tips on how to analyze the Task 1 visuals, followed by a step-by-step breakdown of how to write a strong Task 1 response. Don’t forget to vi

In this episode, you’re going to learn all about IELTS band scores, including how the scores are calculated what’s considered a “good” score  what the different band scores mean what IELTS score you should aim for  Episode resources and links:  IELTS Writing IELTS Reading Learn more about IELTS Scores Learn how to improve your IELTS band score with Magoosh! Use coupon code ieltspodcast to save 20% at ielts.magoosh.com    Episode 18 Transcript: What is a good IELTS Score? (Translations: русский, македонски, Tiếng Việt) Welcome to the Magoosh IELTS Podcast! This is Episode 18. In this episode, you’re going to learn all about IELTS band scores, including how the scores are calculated, and what’s considered a “good” score in different parts of the world. First Eliot and I will discuss what the different band scores mean, and then we’ll talk a little more about what IELTS score you should aim for depending on what your academic and professional goals are. Don’t forget to visit us at IELTS.Magoosh.com for more

In episode 17, Eliot answers our student questions about taking the IELTS including: What is test day like? How can I improve my writing band score? How can I be more confident during the IELTS speaking test?   Check out these helpful resources: Task 1 Band Score Descriptors Task 2 Band Score Descriptors Magoosh Blog: IELTS Speaking Topics Magoosh Blog: Test Day Information Learn how to improve your IELTS band score with Magoosh! Episode Transcript (Translations: русский, македонски, Tiếng Việt) Naomi: Welcome to the Magoosh IELTS Podcast. This is episode 17. In this episode, we will answer our student questions about taking the IELTS including: What is test day like? How can I improve my writing band score? How can I be more confident during the IELTS speaking test? Be sure to visit us at IELTS.Magoosh.com for more great resources to improve your IELTS band score.  Use coupon code “ieltspodcast” to save 20% off your IELTS test prep! Let’s get started. We have a great show for you today. We asked the M

Visit the Happy English Website and Podcast In this episode, Michael from MyHappyEnglish.com answers our students' most pressing English language learning questions: What are the best ways to improve your English vocabulary?Read books that are just slightly above your comprehension level and that are interesting to you. You should be able to understand at 60-70% of the vocabulary. The Diary of a Wimpy Kid The Penguin Readers series of books Once you have vocabulary, what do you do with it? How do you remember it? Take the word and write it in a sentence that is true for you. If it’s true for you you’ll remember it more easily. Study those sentences until you know the vocabulary. How can you be braver when it comes to speaking English? Think about it like learning how to swim. To learn, you just need to jump right in. The only way to overcome the fear is to do it! Go out of your way to start conversations. For example, go inside the bank to talk to the staff instead of using the ATM. You need to use Engli

In this episode of the Magoosh IELTS podcast, your teacher Eliot Friesen explains how to use four words all related to hometown: downtown, rural, outskirts, and suburb. This is the kind of language that is going to help you during the speaking portion of your IELTS exam. If you like this lesson, please subscribe for more IELTS Vocabulary lessons! Download the complete list of IELTS Vocabulary words. Learn how to improve your IELTS band score with Magoosh! Use coupon code ieltspodcast to save 20% at ielts.magoosh.com Episode Transcript (Translations:  Tiếng Việt, فارسی, عربى, नेपाली, русский, македонски) Welcome to the Magoosh IELTS Vocabulary Podcast. This is Lesson 15. In this episode, we will cover 4 words all related to the theme of hometown: downtown, rural, outskirts, and suburb. Don’t forget to check out our show notes for a link to your free IELTS vocabulary list containing these words and others, and visit us at IELTS.Magoosh.com for more great resources to improve your IELTS band score.  Use coupon c

In this episode of the Magoosh IELTS podcast, your teacher Eliot Friesen explains how to use four words all related to free time: Hobby, Pastime, Collect, and Outing.  These words are going to help you during the speaking portions of your IELTS exam. If you like this lesson, please subscribe for more IELTS Vocabulary lessons! Download the complete list of IELTS Vocabulary words. Learn how to improve your IELTS band score with Magoosh! Use coupon code ieltspodcast to save 20% at ielts.magoosh.com Episode Transcript (Translations: فارسی, Tiếng Việt, عربى, नेपाली, हिंदी, русский) Welcome to the Magoosh IELTS Vocabulary Podcast. This is Lesson 14. In this episode, we will cover 4 words all related to what you may do in your free time: Hobby, Pastime, Collect, and Outing. Don’t forget to check out our show notes for a link to your free IELTS vocabulary list containing these words and others, and visit us at IELTS.Magoosh.com for more great resources to improve your IELTS band score.  Use coupon code “ieltspodcast”

In this episode of the Magoosh IELTS podcast, your teacher Eliot Friesen explains how to use four words all related to school:  Institute, Tutorial, Office Hours, and Course. This is the kind of language you’re going to hear in the listening passages on your IELTS exam. If you like this lesson, please subscribe for more IELTS Vocabulary lessons! Download the complete list of IELTS Vocabulary words. Learn how to improve your IELTS band score with Magoosh! Use coupon code ieltspodcast to save 20% at ielts.magoosh.com   Episode Transcript (Translations: Tiếng Việt, فارسی, عربى) Welcome to the Magoosh IELTS Vocabulary Podcast. This is Lesson 13. In this episode, we will cover 4 words all related to school:  Institute, Tutorial, Office Hours, and Course. Don’t forget to check out our show notes for a link to your free IELTS vocabulary list containing these words and others, and visit us at IELTS.Magoosh.com for more great resources to improve your IELTS band score.  Use coupon code “ieltspodcast” to save 20% off y

In this episode of the Magoosh IELTS podcast, your teacher Eliot Friesen explains how to use four words all related to family: Spouse, In-Laws, Sibling, and Sibling Rivalry. This is the kind of language you’re going to see in the listening passages on your IELTS exam. If you like this lesson, please subscribe for more IELTS Vocabulary lessons! Download the complete list of IELTS Vocabulary words. Learn how to improve your IELTS band score with Magoosh! Use coupon code ieltspodcast to save 20% at ielts.magoosh.com   Episode Transcript (Translations: فارسی, Tiếng Việt) Welcome to the Magoosh IELTS Vocabulary Podcast. This is Lesson 12. In this episode, we will cover 4 words all related to family: Spouse, In-Laws, Sibling, and Sibling Rivalry. Don’t forget to check out our show notes for a link to your free IELTS vocabulary list containing these words and others, and visit IELTS.Magoosh.com for more great resources to improve your IELTS band score.  Use coupon code “ieltspodcast” to save 20% off your IELTS test

In this episode of the Magoosh IELTS podcast, your teacher Eliot Friesen explains how to use four words all related to work: Career, Salary, Shift, and Manual Labour. You'll see this vocabulary in the reading passages on your IELTS exam. These words will also be useful as you’re writing responses to your task one and task two questions. If you like this lesson, please subscribe for more IELTS Vocabulary lessons! Download the complete list of IELTS Vocabulary words. Learn how to improve your IELTS band score with Magoosh! Use coupon code ieltspodcast to save 20% at ielts.magoosh.com   Episode Transcript (Translations: فارسی, Tiếng Việt) Welcome to the Magoosh IELTS Vocabulary Podcast. This is Lesson 11. In this episode, we will cover 4 words all related to work: Career, Salary, Shift, and Manual Labour. Don’t forget to check out our show notes for a link to your free IELTS vocabulary list containing these words and others, and visit IELTS.Magoosh.com for more great resources to improve your IELTS band score.  

Welcome to the Magoosh IELTS Podcast! This is Lesson 10. In this episode, you’re going to hear dialogue containing the vocabulary words that your teacher Eliot defined in Vocabulary Lesson 5. These are 4 words all related to travel: Accommodation, Transport, Attractions, and High Rise. If you haven’t listened to episode 5 yet, you might want to listen to that first, so that you know the definitions of these words. Listen here.  You'll see this vocabulary in the reading passages on your IELTS exam. These words will also be useful as you’re writing responses to your task one and task two questions. If you like this lesson, please subscribe for more IELTS Vocabulary lessons! Download the complete list of IELTS Vocabulary words. Learn how to improve your IELTS band score with Magoosh! Use coupon code ieltspodcast to save 20%!  Show Transcript (Translations: Tiếng Việt) Welcome to the Magoosh IELTS Podcast! This is Lesson 10. In this episode, you’re going to hear dialogue containing the vocabulary words that your

In this episode, you’re going to hear dialogue containing the vocabulary words that your teacher Eliot defined in Vocabulary Lesson 4. These are 4 words all related to technology: Device, Mobile, Innovation, and Revolutionize. If you haven’t listened to episode 4 yet, you might want to listen to that first, so that you know the definitions of these words. Listen here.  The topic of technology is a popular source of questions on the IELTS Speaking test. If you like this lesson, please subscribe for more IELTS Vocabulary lessons! Oh and by the way! We’re looking for volunteers to help us translate the show transcripts from English to your first language. If you are interested, please email me at naomi@magoosh.com with the subject line “translation,” and let me know what language you can translate into!     Episode Transcript (Translations: Tiếng Việt) Welcome to the Magoosh IELTS Podcast! This is Lesson 9. In this episode, you’re going to hear dialogue containing the vocabulary words that your teacher Eliot def