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IDP VS British Council: Which One Should I Choose?

Once you made a decision for appearing in IELTS, now it’s time to choose two organizations i.e IDP and the British council under which you can appear for the IELTS test. Most of the people who are gearing up for the IELTS test get confused between IDP and the British Council because they don’t know under which organizations they can book their IELTS test. For those, we have wrapped out some important aspects they should need to know. Before understanding the difference between IDP and the British Council IELTS dig into what actually it is.

What is the British Council?

The British Council is the official IELTS test organization that is engaged with promoting the English language. In India, the British Council offers IELTS for UKVI, academic, general, etc. Under this IELTS organization, aspirants can book their test dates online.

What is IDP?

International development program or IDP is an educational organization that helps students in their placement in New Zealand, UK, Australia, Ireland.it also offers IELTS for UKVI, academic, general many more similar tests. Aspirants can easily book their test online under IDP IELTS.

Common Misconceptions About IDP and British Council

Misconceptions are the only thing that directs you to the wrong path. In the same way, misconceptions about IDP and the British council can make you feel confused while booking the IELTS Test. Here are some common misconceptions about IDP and the British council that most people strongly believe in:

IDP is more lenient in marking.

British Council is strict in marking the exam.

The people who mark your exam papers are different.

You need to register with IDP only if you are deciding to go to Australia; while the British Council is for the U.K and U.S.

What’s the Reality?

The reality is there is no difference in marking the IELTS exam as both the IDP and British Council, along with Cambridge English Language Assessment own IELTS. Basically, Cambridge English Language Assessment compiles the IELTS test, and these two IELTS organizations i.e. IDP and British Council conduct it. The marking system of the IELTS exam is the same in both organizations. There is no leniency IDP while checking the IELTS exam as both follow the same instructions.

How to Choose Between IDP IELTS and British Council?

As we all know every year lakhs of people appear for the popular English language test i.e IELTS, but some with the aim of higher studies abroad and some are interested in immigration. But many aspirants are in dilemma that how they could choose between the International Development Program and the British Council. But let me clear your all doubts that basically content-wise there is no difference between IDP and British Council. However, in the case of centers availability, there is a minor disparity; the International Development Program has more centers all over India than the British Council. This is the only reason why most people prefer to book their IELTS test under IDP. Therefore, one can choose from more available test dates and more centers for the computer-delivered tests too.

Keep Some Points in Mind While Choosing IDP or British Council:

You should choose a central location that is not far from your home. It does not matter which organization you choose either the International Development Program or the British Council. As you know your reading, listening, and writing tests are of 2 hours and 40 minutes so you must be there on time and in a hassle-free state.

Choose a center that provides headphones for the listening module because, with headphones, you can easily concentrate on the audio clip rather than listening through speakers.

· Pick a test date only when you will feel that your language skills are good enough.

Conclusion

To conclude, it is clear that there is no difference between IDP and the British Council. You can book your IELTS test under any organization according to your convenience. You don’t need to hassle for taking IELTS tests as there are multifarious center locations Thus, there will not be any discrepancies in terms of the quality of the test. So, what are you thinking about your Ielts exam preparations? You can get the best IELTS coaching online with complete material and live classes. Buy IELTS Course now and achieve a score of 7+Band.

FAQs

Are IDP and British Council the same?

undoubtedly, content-wise both IDP and British Council are the same. But when it comes to infrastructure, there is a minor difference; the International Development Program (IDP) has more center locations all over India. Therefore, it has more test dates and center locations than the British council.

Is IDP IELTS valid in Canada for a student visa?

Yes, IDP and the British council both are accepted by Canadian immigration and also by universities and colleges. You don’t need to get confused between these two organizations, go ahead and book your test.

Is the Marking System Different?

To be honest, there is no difference in the attempting IELTS exam under these two organizations; British Council or IDP. Basically, The marking criteria are exactly the same in both. The examiner plays a major role in the Writing and Speaking tests and their marking criteria remain the same. Apart from this, they are checked regularly on how they evaluate.

Is the Exam Fee Different?

The fee is the same, 14,000 INR in both the organization. Moreover, the fee is the same also the same either you are going for paper-based IELTS tests or computer-delivered tests.

Are there countries that prefer IDP or British Council?

No, not at all. These are just misconceptions. let's take the example of Canada. It accepts both immigration or study visas as well as its own accepted language entrance exams.

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IELTS Reading Tips: Score 8+ Band With Right Guidance

Getting 8+ band in IELTS reading must sound like an impossible task for those whose first language is not English.

Well, it's time is to bust that myth through this article. You will not only get to know the IELTS reading tips but also will get a chance to improve your English reading.

IELTS reading's main aim is to test the ability of candidates in understanding questions and respond accordingly. It's okay if you encounter some unfamiliar words or tricky complex language, the main task is to locate the answer accurately.

These tips will also help you to improve common mistakes that often students make in their exams. So make sure to read and understand the idea of the content.

IELTS Reading Tips: Path To Improvement

Skimming & Scanning- A Secret Key Skimming and scanning of reading passages are very necessary for making the best utilization of the given time and for getting desired scores. Skimming refers to the reading of the passage in order to get the general idea of the passage. It is suggested to give this one read before tackling the questions. One will get to understand the topic and layout of the passage. Just give 2-3 minutes for skimming the passage not more than that. Also, it is important to underline important keywords while skimming the passage. After skimming one can start with a question. The next important part that comes is scanning. It is your ability to locate the answer quickly on the basis of skimming and keywords marked while skimming.

No Need To Get In-depth Understanding Of The Passage Your task is to give accurate answers only so there is no need to dig deep into understanding the meaning of the passage. The question that is given to you is specifically there to test your ability to locate specific information and answer accordingly. There are most specifically two types of questions, first that require a more detailed understanding of the whole passage like choosing a title and matching headings. Secondly, the rest of the questions are based on locating information in the passage.

Boost Your Reading Speed Your reading speed really matters for getting it complete accurately and on time as it strictly timely based exam. One must develop speed reading skills along with the understanding of the passage and locate the answers quickly. So, saving time while scanning and skimming the passage is a good start.

Learn To Tackle Every Type Of Question There are more than 10-14 types of questions asked in reading IELTS exam. So one need to develop skills and strategy in order to tackle each type of question. Some of task types are

Multiple choice question Identifying Information Identifying Writer Views Sentence Completion Matching Information Matching Headings Summary Completion Sentence Completion Diagram Label Completion Flow-Chart Completion Short Answer Questions Understanding the type of question will help you to not only save your time and locate the right answer.

Vocabulary Building For getting desired scores in IELTS reading, one has to focus on strengthening vocabulary skills. Learning vocabulary is not the only task unless you don't understand its right usage. Don't panic if some words seem unfamiliar to you, there is no need to get a complete understanding of the passage.

Highlight Keywords From The Passage Marking keywords is very helpful while scanning. It will help you to locate answers easily and spot the right answer quickly and accurately. Also, check whether the keywords can be paraphrased. Practice reading lessons in order to make it as your practice of spotting keywords correctly. Some of the obvious keywords are names, dates, numbers, places etc.

Grammar & Spelling Must Be Up To The Mark Next important thing is to work on grammar and spellings as these are also penalized while checking the exam. Especially the questions like summary completion, the grammar must be correct while writing an answer for it. Students often make this mistake, instead of knowing the correct answer, they score low as compared to other students either due to grammatical error or mistakes in spellings.

Practice! Practice! Practice! The practice is the key to perfection. For getting the desired score in your reading exam one has practiced a lot and on daily basis. It is important to sharpen up your reading skills in order to excel in this exam with 8+ band. Practice both simple and complex passages, tackle every type of question, focus on your vocabulary, grammar, and spelling, Practice skimming and scanning of the passage, improve your reading speed with understanding, and so on. You can also refer to the IELTS preparation course provided by us to make your dream come true.

Practice Difficult Passages As Well Reading simple passages will keep to confined to a limited zone so it is suggested that if you have enough time before your IELTS reading exam then practice difficult passages as well. Getting familiar to complex passages and its vocabulary will make you feel more confident and prepared for IELTS exam. Best sources of getting started with is practice is reading BBC News, reading about scientist, economist passages and so on.

Analyse Your Past Performances Self-analysis is very important for improving your weaknesses. Try to get a better understanding of why you are getting your answers wrong and plan your strategy accordingly. Let’s say most of your answers are getting wrong due to a lack of understanding of the passage then you need to focus on your vocabulary and reading skills. Or maybe you could not get the answers right even after understanding the passage just because you ran out of time then practice and time management are important. So basically, self-analysis after reviewing your performance is very important. It is only possible when you practice a lot.

Watch Your Time Spending too much time on one question can cost you heavy when it comes to a time-based IELTS reading exam. So time is a crucial factor while attempting fr the IELTS exam. Best time management recommended by us is spending approximately 3-4 minutes on skimming and scanning of the passage, approximately 16-17 minutes to read and answer the questions, and 3-4 minutes for transferring answers on the sheet. There is a mixture of questions some are easy to solve and some demand adequate time to invest. So time management with lots of practice of reading simple and complex passages is required in order to excel in this exam with 8+ band.

Wrapping It Up!! Hope these given IELTS Reading tips help you to get your desired score. Also, don't forget to practice reading lessons more and more in order to sharpen your reading skills.

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IELTS writing test:

Well, many of the students face difficulty when they have to write any essay on the given topic. In IELTS there will be two types of writing tasks. Students will be given a diagram or a graph or a pie chart. They will have to develop an essay on the given information. Writing task two will be pertaining to more generalized topics. Two topics are given here which will give you an idea what these topics will be like in your real IELTS exam test.

Sample Topic 1: Many people are of the view that husbands should not cook where as some people do not agree – please give your views.

Sample Topic 2: Children learn what they see at home, so what can be done to make children learn good manners, give your views.

  For the first writing task you will have to write 150 words, for the second writing task you will have to write 250 words.

Remember this that writing is something that which is often learned. It is an art and you will have to, master by practicing. If you take any topic and try to write an essay of 150 to 250 words daily then you will have the chance to gain some improvement in your writing. A writer is known by the style of his / her writing. The words chosen should be good enough.

  §*   * There should be no grammatical errors

§      *  There should be no typos

§     * Every sentence should be inter connected

§     * There should be coherence in your essay

§     * When you write then try to break information into different points. 

§     * Use bullet points (properly pre structure your essay).

§     * Let these points suggest the framework of your essay.

§     * Organizing thoughts or anchoring each and every piece of information you would like to include in your essay is just indispensable.

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