Международный экзамен IELTS Основное содержание: Цели и распространённость экзамена в мире Описание теста и системы оценивания Регистрация и получение результатов Актуальность: Необходимость развивать у учащихся/студентов компетенции для интеграции в международное образовательное пространство Использование экзамена IELTS в качестве международного инструмента оценивания англоязычной коммуникативной компетенции

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Content What is IELTS IELTS facts and figures What makes IELTS first choice test IELTS test format, content, band score and results Preparing and registering for IELTS

What is IELTS

IELTS is the International English Language Testing System Designed to assess the English language ability of people who intend to study or work where English is the language of communication

Original four-skills English language test – since 1989 Original four-skills English language test – since 1989. Covers all four skills – listening, reading , writing, speaking - and includes a face-to-face speaking test to ensure that candidates can really communicate effectively in English Test of communicative proficiency in English – not a test of grammar

IELTS facts and figures

Over one million people take the IELTS test each year Selecting applicants with the right level of English has never been easier

The Growth of IELTS This graph depicts the growth of IELTS since 1995 Grown 100,000 per year for the last 7 years In 2008, the three partners anticipate well over more a million test takers for 2008 Pass out handout Beryl Meiron, Executive Director of IELTS International in the USA said: “This is the first year that IELTS has reached the one million mark and the number of candidates taking the test has more than doubled in the last three years. We believe this is a direct reflection of the fact that it gives a well rounded picture of how well a person really knows English. It covers the speaking, writing, reading and listening abilities in a way that is relevant to the real world. It’s not just about giving our students a piece of paper saying they can speak English but it’s about proving that they have the language skills they need to operate in a work or study environment in their country of choice.”

Global Candidature Breakdown (Academic and General Training 2007/08)

Destination of Candidates (Academic) 2008 Australia UK USA Canada New Zealand Ireland Australia, UK, USA top 3 destinations for Academic candidates. What is remarkable is that USA is the top 3 destinations for IELTS Academic candidates.

Destination of Candidates (General Training) 2008 Australia Canada UK New Zealand USA Ireland Mainly migration with Australia and Canada top destinations.

Reason for taking IELTS (Academic) 2007 Higher education extended course Training/work experience Immigration Registration as a nurse (incl. CGFNS) Employment Overwhelmingly higher education extended course

Reason for taking IELTS (General Training) 2007 Immigration Employment Higher education extended course Training/work experience Personal reason Overwhelmingly migration

Mean band score of candidates by Nationality (Academic) - 2008 Country L R W S Overall China 5.50 5.70 5.12 5.25 5.46 India 6.65 5.58 5.51 5.77 5.79 Pakistan 5.73 5.41 5.45 5.66 Hong Kong 6.73 6.74 5.90 5.99 6.40 Philippines 6.75 6.36 6.17 6.76 6.58 UAE 4.88 4.96 4.81 5.42 5.10 Korea 5.86 5.88 5.24 5.61 5.71 Bangladesh 5.55 5.31 5.39 5.59 Just a sample. More available on www.ielts.org

Mean band score of candidates by Nationality (GT) - 2008 Country L R W S Overall China 6.06 5.95 5.64 5.84 5.94 India 6.24 5.57 5.79 6.21 6.02 Pakistan 5.96 5.49 5.87 6.31 Hong Kong 6.14 5.69 6.00 Philippines 5.99 5.51 5.91 6.05 UAE 4.44 4.02 4.24 5.06 4.53 Korea 5.28 5.20 4.95 5.21 Bangladesh 5.65 5.17 5.54 6.08 5.70 Just a sample. More available on www.ielts.org

Destination of Candidates (Academic) April 2007 – March 2009 % of Responses % Difference Australia 35.18% 37.34% 37.15% Canada 5.67% 6.65% 51.52% Ireland 1.52% 0.99% -15.69% New Zealand 2.66% 3.40% 65.41% Other 13.48% 13.87% 32.91% United Kingdom 31.57% 28.93% 18.45% United States of America 7.95% 6.40% 4.14% No Response (blank) 1.98% 2.41% 57.79%

Destination of Candidates (General Training) April 2007 – March 2009 % of Responses % Difference Australia 69.11% 70.28% 39.97% Canada 17.11% 23.73% 34.16% Ireland 0.08% 0.43% 19.40% New Zealand 1.55% 1771.25% 13.36% Other 3.68% 351.52% 67.84% United Kingdom 6.61% 93.68% -12.59% United States of America 0.41% 9.71% 37.27% No Response (blank) 1.44% 639.15% 148.38%

Reason for Taking IELTS (Academic) April 2007 – March 2009 % of Responses % Difference For higher education extended course 68.87% 69.47% 30.35% For registration as a doctor 1.76% 1.44% 6.06% For registration as a nurse (incl CGFNS) 3.62% 2.69% -4.05% For registration as a dentist 0.18% 0.15% 8.68% For immigration 3.73% 3.19% 10.75% For employment 2.97% 3.32% 44.24% For professional registration 0.61% 0.55% 17.25% For personal reasons 2.54% 2.27% 15.25% For other education purposes 9.19% 10.21% 43.59% For higher education short course 0.88% 0.94% 37.21% Other 5.65% 5.77% 31.92% No Response (Blank) 0.00%

Reason for Taking IELTS (General Training) May 2007 - April 2009 % of Responses % Difference For higher education extended course 4.42% 4.76% 48.33% For registration as a doctor 0.26% 0.25% 30.44% For registration as a nurse (including CGFNS) 0.22% 22.90% For registration as a dentist 0.03% 12.00% For immigration 80.78% 77.52% 32.09% For employment 4.89% 5.34% 50.10% For professional registration 0.40% 0.36% 25.03% For personal reasons 2.01% 2.11% 45.01% For other education purposes 2.73% 3.97% 100.18% For higher education short course 0.33% 0.34% 41.73% Other 3.90% 5.10% 80.12% No Response (Blank) 0.00%

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What makes IELTS the first choice test

A global test for a modern world IELTS is a truly international test in every aspect The IELTS international partnership British Council IDP:IELTS Australia University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations Test production - item writers in Australia, New Zealand, UK and the U.S. Test content – sourced globally, covering all the main national varieties of English Test delivery – Available in over 120 countries Test recognition- recognised by over 6,000 institutions

Fair and Reliable Every aspect of the IELTS test - from test design and administration, to the marking and reporting of results – is subject to the highest quality controls, security procedures and integrity management practices The rigorous processes used to produce the test materials ensure that every version of the test is of a comparable level of difficulty IELTS Quality Assurance and Examiner Management Systems assure that results are consistent wherever and whenever the test is taken Fair to anyone who sits the test, regardless of nationality, background, gender or lifestyle

Proven Since 1989, it has been trusted by both candidates and institutions to provide a secure, global, authentic test which measures true to life ability to communicate in English Trusted by institutions worldwide to provide a true indication of candidates English language proficiency Trusted by students worldwide to take them where they want to go

Fit for purpose – available in two formats Academic Test For entry to universities, colleges For professional registration General Training Test For immigration

Continual research-driven improvement Our approach to test design, delivery and evaluation is constantly refined to incorporate advances in applied linguistic, language pedagogy, language assessment and technology The steady evolution of IELTS in response to such advances has ensured its contemporary relevance and continued usefulness for all stakeholder Although IELTS has benefited from decades of progressive change, we have always maintained our core commitment to assessing all four language skills – reading, writing, listening and speaking – to the highest standards.

Face-to-face Speaking Realistic interactive conversation Shows real life communication skills IELTS tests a candidate’s ability to communicate in a real life situation, not just respond to recorded prompts

Accessible and convenient Available in over 500 locations across 121 countries and territories Can choose from up to 4 test dates each month Results available 13 days after the test Test fee payable in local currency Wide range of practice materials to help prepare for the test One personal copy of Test Report Form to candidate Up to five Report Forms sent free to receiving organisations Personal and friendly service from our test centre staff

Global acceptance – one test for many countries and many purposes IELTS is trusted and accepted by over 6,000 education institutions and organisations worldwide. Institutes of further and higher education: Australia, Canada, Germany, France, Hong Kong, New Zealand, South Africa, the United Kingdom, United States and many other countries worldwide In the USA, IELTS is accepted by over 2,000 institutions including Harvard, Yale and Princeton Exit test at Hong Kong universities

Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK and USA Professional bodies: Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK and USA Immigration authorities: Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the UK Government agencies and departments: Australia, Canada, Europe, New Zealand, UK, USA

Secure - test results you can trust Centre Results

Test results that you can trust - Test 48 fixed test dates a year Unique tests Despatch per administration and tracking system Zones Start times

Test results that you can trust - Centre Test centre management and training Test day security Stock Control and Systems Clerical Markers Examiners

IELTS test format, content, band score and results

Test results that you can trust - Results Double Entry Clerical Checking Processes Jagged Profiles TRF paper built-in security features Test results sent direct to receiving institutions – by post or electronically TRF Verification Service

General Training Reading General Training Writing IELTS Test Format Listening 30 minutes, 4 sections, 40 items General Training Reading 60 minutes, 3 sections, 40 items Academic Reading General Training Writing 60 minutes, 2 tasks Academic Writing Speaking 11 - 14 minutes, 3 parts

Listening 30 minutes 40 questions, 4 sections Each question is worth one mark No penalty for wrong answers Spelling is important – can use both British and American spelling Candidates listen to a number of recorded texts. Includes monologues and conversations in a variety of English accents 38

Academic Reading 60 minutes 40 questions in 3 sections Each question is worth one mark No penalty for wrong answers Spelling is important- can use both British and American spelling Texts are taken from books, magazines, journals and newspapers, all written for a non-specialist audience At least one of the text contains a detailed argument 39

Academic Writing 2 Tasks in 60 minutes Allocate about 20 minutes Task 1 40 minutes Task 2 Task 2 is worth more marks Task 1: write description of at least 150 words based on material found in a chart, table, graph or diagram Task 2: essay of at least 250 words in response to a statement or question 40

Speaking 11- 14 minutes face to face Speaking Test with a trained and certified Examiner which is as close to real life situation as possible Part 1: introduction and interview Part 2: Candidate speaks uninterrupted for 2 minutes on a given topic. 1 minute preparation time. Part 3: a two-way discussion where the candidate is asked to participate in a discussion of a more abstract nature. Discussion is related to topic in part 2 41

IELTS Test Results Candidates receive scores on a scale from 1 to 9 – these are called Band Scores A score is given for each skills (Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking). They are reported in whole bands or half bands Scores in each skill are combined to produce an ‘Overall Band Score’ between 1 to 9 42

The IELTS 9 Band Scale Band 9 - Expert User Band 8 - Very Good User Band 7 - Good User Band 6 - Competent User Band 5 - Modest User Band 4 - Limited User Band 3 - Extremely Limited User Band 2 - Intermittent User Band 1 - Non User

IELTS Test Report Form

Preparing for the Test On-line practice www.ielts.org Published preparation materials -Official IELTS Practice Materials -IELTS Scores Explained DVD Preparation courses

Registering for an IELTS test An application form A copy of candidate’s valid passport or national ID 2 photos (passport size) which have been taken within the last 6 months The IELTS test fee

Visit www.ielts.org for Global list of test centres and test dates IELTS Handbook Information for Candidates Practice Materials Application Form List of universities, colleges and other institutions worldwide accepting IELTS scores

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