Taking the IELTS test? See what to expect. Picture this: you have studied and you are prepared for the IELTS test. You know how many papers there are, you know how to tackle each question type and you feel very confident. It’s great. But what to expect on the day of the test? Photo byContinueContinue reading “What to expect on test day”
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The IELTS dilemma
Or how “advanced vocabulary” can have a negative impact on writing scores Photo by Andrea Piacquadio on Pexels.com If you consume any English-learning content on the internet, you must have come across social media accounts highlighting the difference between English and IELTS English. According to these profiles, “regular English” simply won’t do, and you’ll onlyContinueContinue reading “The IELTS dilemma”
Five tips to prepare for an exam in times of pandemic
Imagine having to prepare for an exam during a pandemic. This is exactly what several international students and immigration applicants are going through at the moment.
Raise Up: diversity in the classroom
Earlier this year I had the opportunity to chat with Ila Coimbra. She’s an ESL teacher and teacher trainer, IATEFL speaker, founder of the BRAZ-TESOL Voices SIG, and co-author of Raise Up, a textbook developed with inclusivity in its core. vspoke – How did the idea of creating an inclusive textbook come up? What motivated you?ContinueContinue reading “Raise Up: diversity in the classroom”
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