IELTS Reading & Listening – Beginner Foundations This class introduces the key skills needed to succeed in the IELTS Reading and Listening tests. Students learn how to skim and scan texts, identify keywords, understand paraphrasing, and approach common reading question types with confidence. For Listening, the class focuses on active listening techniques—predicting answers, listening for detail, recognising accents, and improving spelling accuracy. Short practice tasks and guided examples help students build speed, accuracy, and exam awareness. Ideal for beginners or anyone who needs a solid foundation before moving on to full mock tests. What This Class Covers 1. IELTS Reading – Basic Skills & Strategies Understanding the 3-passage format and increasing reading stamina How to scan, skim, and locate information quickly Introduction to question types: True/False/Not Given, Matching Information, Headings, Multiple Choice Learning to identify keywords, paraphrasing, and synonyms Step-by-step strategies for avoiding common mistakes Practice using short articles and simplified IELTS-style texts 2. IELTS Listening – Active Listening Essentials Understanding the 4-section structure of the listening test Developing active listening techniques: predicting answers, listening for detail, and recognising paraphrasing Practice with question types such as: Form completion, Notes, Tables, Maps, Multiple Choice Training the ear to understand accents (British, Australian, and mixed) Improving spelling and number accuracy for the listening test Learning how to stay focused and avoid missing critical information