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IELTS

What is IELTS?

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is the official English proficiency test that helps one work, study or migrate in a country with English as their native language. Test takers assess one’s ability to read, write, speak and listen in English and are graded on a scale of 1-9.

With English as the third most spoken language in the world, candidates must be able to demonstrate a high level of English ability to bag better study and job opportunities while integrating into the new community.

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    IELTS Test

    General IELTS test measures the English language proficiency of students in a practical, everyday context.

    It is meant for

    • Those who are willing to study abroad at below degree levels
    • Professionals seeking work experience or other employment training

    The Listening, Reading and Writing parts of the IELTS test are done in one sitting while the Speaking test may be on the same day or upto seven days before or after the other modules for General and Academic IELTS.

    Academic IELTS test measures the English language proficiency that is suitable for an academic environment.

    It is meant for

    • Those who are willing to study in an English-speaking environment
    • Professional registration purposes

    The Listening, Reading and Writing parts of the IELTS test are done in one sitting while the Speaking test may be on the same day or upto seven days before or after the other modules for General and Academic IELTS.

    IELTS score scale

    Band 9 - Expert user
    Band 8 - Very good user
    Band 7 - Good user
    Band 6 - Competent user
    Band 5 - Modest user
    Band 4 - Limited user
    Band 3 - Extremely limited user
    Band 2 - Intermittent user
    Band 1 - Non-user
    Band 0 - Did not attempt the test

    IELTS test format

    Listening

    40 minutes

    Writing

    60 Minutes

    Speaking

    11-14 minutes

    Reading

    60 Minutes

    The Touchstone methodology

    With broader techniques to achieve desired learning outcomes, Touchstone has curated a unique and result oriented course design to make the learning experiences more effective and efficient for every student. Our professionally qualified trainers are in continuous endeavour to drive better academic performances with weekly mock tests, individual attention to students and all-inclusive learning methodologies.

    Effective teaching methods

    Personalised learning

    We offer our students a better chance of English understanding with one-on-one interaction opportunities. Our trainers curate tailor-made learning solutions that fit every child’s point of view. This mode of training helps impart necessary information with precision, thereby fulfilling the knowledge gap.

    Visualisation

    Using pictorial cues help students remember rules and concepts taught in class. With this method, our teachers ensure that the students rely majorly on their visual memories and form mental images as well to strengthen their understanding of concepts more efficiently.

    Cooperative learning

    By collaborating with peers, our students learn rapport-building through coordination and increase their learning potential and scope of knowledge by questioning and answering each other. This helps in improving their self-confidence as students find their voice among others and get a chance to relay their feelings effectively
    Touchstone has its teaching methodology divided into 3 stages covering 8 levels:

    Stage 1

    Toddlers(0, 1 and 2 levels)

    Stage 2

    Movers(3, 4 and 5 levels)

    Stage 3

    Flyers(6 and 7 levels)

    From orientation to open discussions to habituating students with the exam pattern, we offer the extra support children need to achieve their dream scores.

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    FAQ's

    How do I choose between the two versions of IELTS?

    If you are interested in moving to an English-speaking country for international education, then you should opt for IELTS Academic and, for work or immigration purposes, IELTS General is recommended.
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    When can I take the IELTS test?
    IELTS is available on 48 fixed dates a year – up to four times a month, depending on local demand.
    Is there any facility for specially-abled students?

    IELTS test takers make every possible effort to ease the process for specially-abled students. The Touchstone team also pays special attention to the needs and requirements of every student.
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    What is the passing score for IELTS?
    There is no pass or fail in IELTS. Scores are allotted as per the 9-band system. Every educational institution sets its own level of IELTS scores to meet students' requirements for eligibility.

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    Listening

    The IELTS Listening test consists of four recordings (four parts) from native English speakers with ten (10) questions in each recording (part).

    Recording 1: an everyday social conversation between two people

    Recording 2: a monologue set in an everyday social context

    Recording 3: an educational conversation with upto four people

    Recording 4: a monologue on an academic subject

    Listening test scores will be based on your ability to understand the main ideas,
    factual information, opinions, attitude and purpose of the speaker and your ability
    to follow the development of ideas.

    No. of questions: 40 Marks:

    each question is worth one (1) mark

    Total time: 30 minutes (+10 minutes transfer time)

    Writing

    There are two (2) writing tasks with topics of general interest. (Both questions are compulsory).

    IELTS Academic Writing – It includes topics that are suitable for students entering undergraduate and postgraduate programs or seeking professional registration.

    Recording 1: an everyday social conversation between two people

    Recording 2: a monologue set in an everyday social context

    Recording 3: an educational conversation with upto four people

    Recording 4: a monologue on an academic subject

    Task 1: Test takers are asked to describe, summarize or explain diagrams,tables, charts or graphs in 150 words in about twenty (20) minutes.

    Task 2: Test takers need to respond to an academic topic in a semi-formal/neutral style in 250 words in about forty (40) minutes

    IELTS General Writing – With topics of general interests, this section consists of two (2) tasks.

    Task 1: Test takers need to respond to a situation, for example, by writing a letter in at least 150 words in no more than twenty (20) minutes.

    Task 2: Test takers write a neutral/semi-formal essay in response to a problem, argument or point of view in 250 words in about forty (40)minutes.

    No. of questions: 2

    Total time: 60 minutes

    Speaking

    The IELTS Speaking test assesses your pronunciation, grammar, accuracy, fluency and lexical resources while speaking English. There are three (3) parts to this test, with each part fulfilling a specific function in terms of task input, interaction pattern and the test taker’s output.

    Part 1: Introduction & Interview This part includes general questions about the test taker like residence, work,family, interests, etc.

    Part 2: Long Run Cue cards are shared on a particular topic and one (1) minute will be given to prepare to speak for upto two (2) minutes on the topic.

    Part 3: Discussion This part gives you the opportunity to discuss the topic from the cue card in further detail, in a more general and abstract way

    Total time: 11-14 minutes

    Reading

    The IELTS Reading test is designed to test a wide range of reading skills including reading for skimming, details, gist, understanding arguments and writer’s opinions,attitude and purpose

    IELTS Academic Reading – It includes three (3) reading passages (with a variety of questions) ranging from descriptive and factual to discursive and analytical. These passages are of general interest dealing with interesting and recognizably appropriate issues, with at least one passage containing a detailed logical argument

    Note: The reading texts may contain non-verbal materials as well like graphs, diagrams or illustrations.

    IELTS General Reading – It includes three (3) daily passages (with 2-3 short texts in the first passage, 2 texts in the second passage and 1 long text in the third passage), based on an English-speaking environment, from notices, newspapers, magazines or advertisements.

    Reading passage 1: texts based on social survival, like advertisements, notices and timetables

    Reading passage 2: texts based on workplace survival, like contracts, job descriptions, staff development & training material

    Reading passage 3: texts based on general reading, involving more extended prose and a complex structure.

    No. of questions: 40

    Marks: each question is worth one (1) mark

    Total time: 60 minutes (no additional transfer time)

    Note: Please note that the question types in the Listening & Reading sections can include multiple choice answers, true or false answers, matching information/headings or sentence, table & flow-chart completion.

    Listening

    The IELTS Listening test consists of four recordings (four parts) from native English speakers with ten (10) questions in each recording (part).

    Recording 1: an everyday social conversation between two people

    Recording 2: a monologue set in an everyday social context

    Recording 3: an educational conversation with upto four people

    Recording 4: a monologue on an academic subject

    Listening test scores will be based on your ability to understand the main ideas,
    factual information, opinions, attitude and purpose of the speaker and your ability
    to follow the development of ideas.

    No. of questions: 40 Marks:

    each question is worth one (1) mark

    Total time: 30 minutes (+ 2 minutes review time )