The IELTS speaking test consists of a question and answer session, a presentation, and a discussion. Antipodean's detailed speaking programme:
- Shows you the task, and how it should be completed
- Explains the standard of performance required
- Demonstrates the ideal way of approaching each task
- Walks you through the task
- Provides lots of practise, with feedback that is based on the standard of performance required
- Helps build the underlying skills and knowledge needed
IELTS Speaking Part 1
In IELTS Speaking Part 1, the examiner asks the candidate a series of questions. The topics usually revolve around the life and plans of the candidate. Appropriate, information rich and well constructed answers mean good results in this part of the test.
We practise Part 1 at every IELTS Speaking session. Through constant practise and refinement, the candidate becomes familiar with what is required, and very polished at completing the task.
In class, we look at how to form information rich answers. During question and answer practise, the teacher identifies mistakes and helps the candidate correct them.
Homework consists of research into the candidate's life - home, habits and so on - as these are the basis for most questions.
IELTS Speaking Part 2
In IELTS Speaking Part 2, the candidate must give a presentation on a given topic. Task completion, fluency, clarity, vocabulary and good technique all contribute to a good result.
In class, we cover the planning process in detail, and frequently revise it. Good planning results in an interesting, structured and confidently presented speech.
Extensive feedback is provided on the presentation itself. The presentation may be repeated several times, until the teacher is satisfied that the point being practised is well understood. Part 2 is practised at every IELTS Speaking session after the first.
IELTS Speaking Part 3
In IELTS Speaking Part 3, the candidate and the examiner take part in a discussion. The discussion is based on the examiners questions. The ability to sustain discussion, and information exchange technique, as well as fluency, clarity, vocabulary and good technique all contribute to a good result.
We practise Part 3 at every IELTS Speaking session after the second. Through constant practise and refinement, the candidate becomes familiar with what is required, and very polished at completing the task.
Part 3 questions are often quite complex, and may be on subjects outside the candidate's experience. To handle this, the candidate is taught how to get information from the examiner using questions. Having obtained information, the candidate practises responding. Furthermore, techniques for sustaining covnersation are learned and practised.
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