Hands On Training

Understanding IELTS: Listening

British Council

via

Future Learn

Course Features

Duration

3 weeks

Delivery Method

Online

Available on

Lifetime Access

Accessibility

Desktop, Laptop

Language

English

Subtitles

English

Level

Beginner

Effort

3 hours per week

Teaching Type

Self Paced

Course Description

You are ready for IELTS listening test success

You will find all the information you need in the four courses of the British Council's understanding IELTS ExpertTrack to help you prepare for the IELTS exam.

This course is focused on the Listening exam. This course will help you understand the format of the Listening test and learn strategies to assist you in tackling the various tasks that you'll encounter.

We'll also discuss general English listening strategies to help you deal with complex texts and unfamiliar topics in your IELTS study.

Course Overview

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Skills You Will Gain

What You Will Learn

Learn the latest in your chosen industry or subject

Complete each course and pass assessments

Receive certificates validated by the educating organisation

Impress employers with learning outcomes you can add to your CV

Make your career dreams a reality

Target Students

This IELTS preparation course is aimed at anyone who wants to improve their English listening skills in preparation for the IELTS Listening test. It will also be useful for anyone preparing for another English proficiency listening test.

Course Content

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Module 1: The IELTS Listening test format

Module 2: IELTS Listening task types

Module 3: Listening skills and strategies

Module 4: Texts on unfamiliar topics

Course Instructors

Neil McLaren

Instructor

I live and work in Bratislava and have been teaching for more than twenty-five years. I'm the Social Community Manager in charge of the British Council's global social media channels for learners.

Sally T

Instructor

Hi - I'm from Britain but I live and work in Spain. I'm an English teacher, EFL materials writer and online courses coordinator.