1. 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

2. The World Speaks IELTS

3. 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

4. What is IELTS

5. 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

6. Original four-skills English language test – since 1989
Original four-skills English language test – since 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

7. IELTS facts and figures

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

9. 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
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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.”

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

11. 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.

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

13. 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

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

15. 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
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16. 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
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17. 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%

18. 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% %
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%

19. 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%

20. 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%

21. Visit www.ielts.org for more information on mean band scores

22. What makes IELTS the first choice test

23. 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

24. 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

25. 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

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

27. 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.

28. 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

29. 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

30. 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

31. 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

32. Secure - test results you can trust
Centre
Results

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

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

35. IELTS test format, content, band score and results

36. 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

37. 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
minutes, 3 parts

38. 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

39. 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

40. 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

41. Speaking
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

42. 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

43. 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

44. IELTS Test Report Form

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

46. 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

47. 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

48. Thank you!