Mastering Ielts Writing: Task 1 (General Training)

Complete preparation to achieve the band score you need (Band 6 to Band 8) in IELTS Writing Task 1 General Training.

What you'll learn

Identify letter requirements quickly and use an appropriate tone when responding

Create coherent and organised letters for a variety of different question types

Create a variety of complex grammatical constructions with flexibility and accuracy

Use a range of vocabulary appropriately and with precision for a variety of letter types

Learn the precise process for writing a high-scoring letter in IELTS Writing GT Task 1

Requirements

You should have a minimum level of English of B1, otherwise the content may be too challenging

You do not need to know about the IELTS exam before you begin as this will be covered in Section 1

You should come to the course with an open mind and a willingness to work hard!

Description

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––"This course is very comprehensive for Writing Task 1 in General Training. I got a score of 7.5 for writing after completing this course. The instructor explains everything in great detail and is very easy to follow." - Sujata Sreejith–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Should I take this course?Are you struggling to achieve a Band 7 or above score in the General Training (GT) module of IELTS Writing?Do you doubt yourself when it comes to writing informal, semi-formal or formal letters?Are you unsure of how to demonstrate purpose or write grammatically complex sentences?If so, this course is for you.My first course - Mastering IELTS Writing: Task 2 - has one of the highest number of 5-star ratings of any IELTS course on Udemy (6,000+). It has been enrolled upon by almost 50,000 students from 150+ different countries, and is statistically 6 times more engaging than the average IELTS course.Now, I am bringing you Mastering IELTS Writing: Task 1 (General Training).This course contains the same high-quality tuition, the same crisp, clean, accessible presentation, and the same invaluable expertise acquired through thousands of hours of IELTS tuition which is offered in my Task 2 course and my Task 1 Academic course. Why waste time and money on outdated course books, inexperienced teachers and failed exams? Learn the tips, tricks, secrets and techniques required to succeed in IELTS Writing Task 1 GT, and take control of your IELTS future today! If you're not completely satisfied, you can claim a full refund within 30 days. No explanation needed! How will this course help me?This course will teach you how to write what the IELTS examiners want to read in IELTS Writing Task 1 GT. It is aimed at students who are trying to achieve Band 7, but will also be extremely valuable for any students aiming for Band 6 or Band 8. Even Band 9 aspiring students will learn something new here!You might think that the IELTS examiners only care about a wide range of vocabulary, correct spelling and accurate grammar. This is wrong. These are all important, but there is so much more you can do to boost your score.Mastering IELTS Writing: Task 1 (General Training) tells you exactly what you need to know to succeed in this English language exam.During this course, you will:understand how the IELTS exam, and the writing test in particular, is structured and how it should be approachedlearn how to write an answer to any Writing Task 1 question after learning how to recognise different letter typeslearn how to manage your time wisely, how to plan your  letter effectively, and how to structure your letter appropriatelyfind out different ways of naturally transitioning between ideas, sentences and paragraphs learn the importance of selecting an appropriate tone and demonstrating a clear purposefind out how to increase your range of vocabulary related to several different types of letterstudy the steps you need to take in order to achieve grammatical range and accuracylearn many of the 'secrets of success' that will help you to get the best score possiblediscover many of the common errors made in Task 1 General Training and how to avoid these yourselfbegin to feel confident, assured and increasingly prepared for the writing test in your next IELTS exam

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction to the Course (with Exam Breakdown)

Lecture 2 What Do You Want From Me? (Band Descriptor Success)

Section 2: Approaching and Answering the Question (Task Achievement)

Lecture 3 The Different Types of Letters

Lecture 4 Top Marks - A Brief Look at a Task 1 Model Letter

Lecture 5 Planning, Structure and Timing

Lecture 6 The Importance of Purpose and Tone

Lecture 7 Bullet Point Brilliance

Section 3: Structuring the Letter (Coherence and Cohesion)

Lecture 8 Paragraphing Pro

Lecture 9 Useful Cohesive Devices

Lecture 10 Referencing Review

Section 4: Writing the Letter (Lexical Resource)

Lecture 11 Vocabulary for Informal Letters

Lecture 12 Vocabulary for Semi-Formal Letters

Lecture 13 Vocabulary for Formal Letters

Lecture 14 How to Maximise Your Vocabulary Score

Section 5: Tuning the Letter (Grammatical Range and Accuracy)

Lecture 15 Using Complex Sentences in Your Letter

Lecture 16 How to Use Punctuation Effectively

Lecture 17 The Power of Conditionals

Lecture 18 Common Grammatical Errors in Letters

Section 6: Conclusion

Lecture 19 Demonstration: Writing an Informal Letter from Start to Finish

Lecture 20 Demonstration: Writing a Semi-Formal Letter from Start to Finish

Lecture 21 Demonstration: Writing a Formal Letter from Start to Finish

Lecture 22 Secrets to Success - Tips and Techniques for Achieving a Top Score

Lecture 23 Getting Guidance

Lecture 24 Good Luck!

Lecture 25 Bonus: Live Class Example

Lecture 26 Bonus: Live Class Example #2

Lecture 27 Bonus Lecture: Free PDF/eBook, Further Learning, Coupons

Students who want to learn how to get a high score (Band 7+) in Task 1 of the IELTS Writing test, General Training module,Although this course is aimed at those who need a Band 7 and above in Task 1 General Training, it will also help those trying to get a 6 or 6.5,This course is NOT appropriate for students who need help in IELTS Writing Task 1 Academic, Writing Task 2, Listening, Reading or Speaking,This course is NOT appropriate for students who do not already have a fairly good level of English. If your most recent IELTS score was 5 or lower, then this course may not be helpful for you