Author: Alan Brownbridge
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IELTS Vocabulary Workshop – Phrasal Verbs with ‘Have’
In IELTS Speaking, you have to show your range of vocabulary. However most students think this means you need to know big long fancy words (that native speakers actually never use!!). The secret is that you need to use ‘idiomatic vocabulary’ – this means phrases and expressions where the meaning isn’t directly derived from the…
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How To Use This IELTS Formula To Get Perfect Coherence
In the IELTS Speaking test, Part 3 is often considered the most intellectually demanding section. Candidates are required not only to express opinions on abstract topics but also to support their views with reasons, examples, and thoughtful analysis. Unfortunately, many learners struggle to articulate their responses with the clarity and logical progression that examiners expect.…
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IELTS Writing Workshop – Comparing The Past
In IELTS Writing Task 2, you may be asked to compare how life has changed over time. These questions often ask about differences between the past and today, such as changes in health, work, family, or technology. To answer these questions well, it’s important to know how to talk about the past and present clearly.…
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How To Use Signposting Language To Get A high Score
Struggling to sound clear and confident in IELTS Speaking Part 1? In this video, learn how to use signposting language to structure your answers effectively and impress the examiner from the very first question. Discover simple phrases that help you organize your thoughts, extend your responses, and boost your fluency score. Perfect for new IELTS…
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How To Use Microsoft’s New AI Speaking Coach To Smash The IELTS Test
It’s called Speaker Coach. It is built into Powerpoint. And, it’s free! (My favorite word) It’s an AI that listens to you practice your presentation and gives feedback on your performance. It measures pitch, pace, fluency and vocabulary range. Pretty cool and pretty useful even for native speakers! We can use this in the classroom…
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3 Famous Examples Of World-Class Fluency To Help You Improve Speaking
I wrote this blog post after an IELTS speaking class. I noticed they were making the same fluency mistake every time they talked. Students think that they need to speak fast if they want a high score. In fact, speaking fast is HURTING your score! Take a look at these famous speeches and learn from…
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24+ Pronunciation Resources: A Growing List Of (Mostly) Free Sources For Pron Practice
Hi class. A student asked me last week if I had any good resources for pronunciation practice. Here are some links and pronunciation resources that I and my friend IELTS With Jay have collected over the years: Dedicated Courses Just For Vietnamese Learners 1. Qualified and Experienced IELTS Teachers The best way to learn pronunciation…
