IELTS Preparation Online Course

If a Canadian immigration visa officer requests that you take the IELTS, this may be the test that determines whether or not you will be able to immigrate to Canada.

Prepare yourself and get the results you need.

An online preparation course is now available to Canadavisa visitors through a third party. The course will provide you with expert information, guidance, and support that will help you obtain your best possible results on the IELTS.

Prepared and managed by IELTS professionals with 20 years of experience in the industry, this online preparation course offers:

• More than 50 structured lessons covering all the skills - reading, writing, listening and speaking, as well as lessons on essential academic skills, grammar, and vocabulary.
• Instant feedback on your answers as you progress through the lessons.
• End of lesson practice tests throughout the course plus 5 full and complete IELTS practice tests. Tests are authentic and up-to-date.
• Access to an extensive dictionary of academic words, phrases and to vocabulary practice tests.
• Over 350 video presentations with audio and transcripts.
• Personal IELTS Tutor
  • Full support throughout the course from a personal IELTS professional tutor. You will have access to your tutor by e-mail and via the course discussion boards.

Outline of the IELTS Preparation Online Course

• As a member of the course, you will have access to all the lessons, resources, and practice tests for a period of 30, 60, or 90, days following your registration.
• You will have access to a personal tutor, who will answer your questions via email or through the program discussion board.

IELTS Listening Preparation
The Listening lessons teach you how to listen attentively and answer each of the different question types with step-by-step instructions and plenty of practice tests. You'll learn what the Listening test is all about - what sort of questions and format to expect - and you'll get expert tips.

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More specifically, Listening lessons will look at:

• Completion questions;
• Sentence completion questions;
• Multiple choice questions;
• Short answer questions;
• How to label a diagram, plan, or map;
• Matching and classifying style questions;

...with steps on how to complete them, common errors to avoid, and some tips to help you build skill and accuracy.

IELTS Reading Preparation
The Reading lessons will teach you how to understand a reading text and find information quickly and efficiently. They will guide you through the specific question types and how to answer them. You'll find out what to expect in the Reading test, how to approach the different sections, and you'll get plenty of expert tips and practice tests to fine tune your reading skills.
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More specifically, Reading lessons will look at:

• Headings style questions;
• Short answer question;
• Completion and sentence completion questions;
• How to label a diagram;
• Matching and classifying style questions;
• True or false questions;

...with steps on how to complete them, common errors to avoid, and some tips to help you build skill and accuracy.

IELTS Writing Preparation
The Writing lessons will help you prepare for the specific tasks that will be asked of you in the test. The tutorials focus on improving the skills you will need and give you ideas on how to plan your answers. You'll find out what to expect in the IELTS Writing test, what type of writing you'll be asked to do and will get expert tips to make sure you don't run out of time and that your answers are clear and focused.

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More specifically, Writing lessons will look at:

• The style of language you should use;
• Effective ways to come up with ideas and plan your essay;
• How to make sure you have properly answered the question;
• Practice writing letters of different type;
• How to structure your responses.

IELTS Speaking Preparation
The Speaking lessons focus on the specific parts of the IELTS Speaking test, with expert tips and practice tests which teach you how to respond. You'll learn what questions to expect in the Speaking test, how to prepare, and what the examiner is looking for.
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More specifically, Speaking lessons will look at:

• Answering typical questions;
• Techniques and advice for preparing a full response;
• How to give a good answer based on topic cards;
• How to answer more complex questions effectively.

There are also IELTS Academic Skills & Vocabulary Lessons.
To succeed in all four sections, examiners will be looking for proper vocabulary, grammar, and sentence structure. These vocabulary and academic skills lessons teach you what you need to know to properly demonstrate your English language ability in Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking. More...

More specifically, Vocabulary lessons and Academic Skills lessons will look at:

• An essential vocabulary list, with sample sentences, and complete practice exercises;
• How to use English grammar effectively;
• How to connect your ideas and show a range of structures;
• How to write simple, compound, and complex sentences;
• How to present factual, likely, and hypothetical situations.

Additional Services
As a member, you have access to your IELTS tutor for all your questions or concerns. However, you may be interested in the following additional services:
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Speaking Practice Test: You can book a live 15 minute Speaking practice test with your tutor over the phone or via webcam. This service is an additional charge over your membership fee and long distance charges may apply.

• One Speaking practice test (15 minutes): USD
• Two Speaking practice tests (2 x 15 minutes): USD

Additional Writing Practice Tests Graded: Already included in your membership fee, you can have 4 writing practice tests graded by your tutor. Your tutor will make comments and suggest areas for improvement. If you would like to have more writing practice tests graded for an additional charge over your membership fee:

• 1 Task I and 1 Task II: USD

Frequently Asked Questions

• What level of English do I need to study the IELTS Online Preparation Course?
  Everyone can learn from the Online IELTS course, but to get the best benefit you need to have a level of at least IELTS 5.0, which is defined as a Modest User of the English Language. A Modest User is considered to have partial command of the language, coping with overall meaning in most situations, though is likely to make many mistakes.
• Do I need any special equipment to use the course?
  No - all you need is access to the internet and a pair of headphones or some speakers. You do not need to download anything to use the course.
• Is online learning as effective as studying in a class?
  Different students learn different ways, but statistically, students that study at their own pace and spend time on areas they personally have more difficulty with tend to get better results than having to go at the speed set by a teacher.
• I can find free IELTS materials on the internet - why should I join this course?
  Many websites claim to offer IELTS materials, but a lot of what you see is either incorrect or written by someone who does not know the IELTS test, has no experience in teaching IELTS and sometimes isn't even a native speaker! This entire course has been written and developed by internationally published IELTS authors with over 20 years experience in the language teaching / exam preparation industry.
• Where can I get more information about the IELTS test?
  As part of your membership fee, you have access to a free e-Book which you can download and keep. You should also visit www.ielts.org.
• How much time can I spend on the course?
  As much as you like. You can study 24 hours a day 7 days a week for the 90 days you are enrolled.
• How much does this course cost?
  The 90 day IELTS Online Preparation Course costs 69.95 USD. This price includes all lessons, tutorials, resources, and practice tests. It also comes with support from a personal tutor, who will answer your questions via email or through the discussion board.
• How do I become a member?
  It's simple - all you need to do is complete the registration form, process the payment, and you will be able to start using the course immediately.