How to Teach IELTS
The “How to Teach IELTS” training is an intensive 48-hour program that prepares educators with the expertise and strategies required to successfully prepare students for the IELTS exam. Over the course of six weeks, participants receive in-depth instruction on each of the exam’s four key areas: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking.Over six weeks, the course thoroughly covers all four sections of the IELTS exam: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking.
Course Outline and Weekly Breakdown
- Week 1
- Week 2
- Week 3
- Week 4
- Week 5
- Week 6
- Introduction and getting to know the IELTS exam structure (2 hours)
- Reading skills: sub-skill focus and real-world applications (2 hours)
- Techniques for teaching reading: matching headings, information, and features (2 hours)
- Approaches to matching sentence endings, identifying information, and multiple-choice questions (2 hours)
- Teaching list selection, summaries, and short answer questions (2 hours)
- Strategies for flow-chart and table completion, and sentence ending tasks (2 hours)
- Listening instruction: sections 1 and 2 (2 hours)
- Listening instruction: sections 3 and 4 (2 hours)
- Writing instruction: understanding scoring criteria and assessment rubrics (2 hours)
- Writing: General IELTS Task 1 guidance (2 hours)
- Writing: Academic IELTS Task 1 strategies (2 hours)
- Writing: Task 2 techniques (2 hours)
- Deep dive into Writing Task 2 (2 hours)
- Speaking instruction: understanding rubrics for Task 1 (2 hours)
- Speaking: Task 2 with example analysis (2 hours)
- Speaking: Task 3 with example analysis (2 hours)
- Teaching practice 1: Reading instruction and feedback (4 hours)
- Teaching practice 2: Listening instruction and feedback (4 hours)
- Teaching practice 3: Writing instruction and feedback (4 hours)
- Teaching practice 4: Speaking instruction and feedback (4 hours)
Course Duration and Structure
The program runs for 4 weeks, with two input sessions per week, each lasting 4 hours. In addition, participants will complete 4 sessions of hands-on teaching practice, followed by individualized feedback.
What’s Covered in the Course?
- Instructional sessions
- Practical teaching experience
Who Should Enroll in This Course?
The IH Cairo HTTI Course is designed for:
Exam Preparation Teachers:
This course is ideal for those with experience in preparing students for standardized tests. It will enhance your professional skills by offering targeted methods and strategies to effectively teach the IELTS exam.
EFL/ESL Educators:
If you are teaching English to non-native speakers, this course will be highly valuable. It addresses the specific demands of the IELTS test and provides practical tools to help your students succeed in their exam preparation.
Aspiring Teachers:
For those currently in teacher training or working toward a teaching qualification, this course is an excellent option for specialization. It introduces fundamental techniques and methodologies that will equip you to confidently teach IELTS.
Course Goals and Overview
The “How to Teach IELTS” course is an immersive training program aimed at providing educators with the critical tools and knowledge necessary to effectively teach the IELTS. Spanning ten days, the program addresses all four key sections of the IELTS exam: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking.
Participants will gain a comprehensive insight into the exam’s purpose, structure, and evaluation criteria. The course explores targeted teaching methods and proven strategies that will help teachers lead their students to success in IELTS preparation.
Course Kickoff
The course begins with a thorough introduction to IELTS, offering a detailed overview of the exam and its various components. Participants will review real IELTS tasks to better understand the challenges students face. Through discussions and group activities, participants will build a strong foundation for the rest of the course.
Reading Section:
The next focus is the Reading section of the IELTS exam. Participants will explore essential sub-skills and strategies that enhance reading comprehension. They will become familiar with different reading tasks, such as matching headings, information, features, sentence endings, identifying information, multiple-choice questions, list selection, summaries, short answers, flowchart completion, table completion, and sentence completion. Interactive exercises will help participants gain a deep understanding of these tasks and learn effective teaching methods.
Strengthening Listening Skills:
Following that, the Listening section is tackled. Participants will learn how to effectively teach listening comprehension across all four sections of the exam. They will explore the distinct challenges each section presents and will practice strategies that help students improve their listening performance. Through interactive activities, participants will sharpen their listening abilities while enhancing their teaching techniques.
Writing Section
The Writing section is covered in-depth, providing participants with a full grasp of the evaluation standards. They will explore both the General Training and Academic modules, concentrating on Task 1 and Task 2. The training will guide them on how to teach the distinct expectations, skills, and strategies required for each task, such as essay organization, clarity, content, and language usage. Different essay formats and methods will be studied through interactive activities and practice sessions.
Speaking section
The final part of the course will cover the Speaking section. Participants will be equipped with the tools needed to teach speaking skills effectively, including an understanding of the assessment rubric. They will explore Speaking Tasks 1, 2, and 3, focusing on idea generation, response organization, and example analysis. Interactive activities will help participants refine their speaking skills and gain expertise in guiding their students.
Practice Teaching
The program includes practical teaching opportunities, where participants will conduct mini-lessons in reading, listening, writing, and speaking. Feedback from experienced trainers will help refine their teaching techniques and ensure continuous improvement.
During the course, participants will immerse themselves in a lively and interactive educational setting, facilitated by skilled trainers. A variety of resources, including authentic IELTS materials, textbooks, and digital tools, will be available to support their learning journey.
By the end of the course, participants will be well-equipped with the knowledge and skills to deliver effective IELTS instruction. They will understand the exam in its entirety, be proficient in teaching strategies, and provide valuable feedback to help their students succeed. This program equips educators to become successful IELTS instructors, enabling them to lead their students toward achieving strong results on the exam.
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Program Timeline
Total Course Length
16 Weeks
Session Schedule
Mondays
Class Timing
4 Hours/session
Course Time
6 p.m - 10 p.m
Course Fees
We provide affordable pricing and adaptable payment plans to meet your needs:
– USD
Exclusive Offer for Saudi Residents:
Pay only – SAR
Course Goals and Learning Outcomes
- Gain a thorough understanding of all four IELTS exam sections: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking.
- Learn targeted strategies, techniques, and best practices specifically designed for effective IELTS instruction.
- Develop knowledge of sub-skills, task-specific techniques, and methods to approach each section of the exam.
- Make use of authentic IELTS materials, textbooks, and digital tools to improve teaching practices and support student learning.
- Create a collaborative and engaging learning environment through discussions, group exercises, and peer collaboration.
- Participate in teaching practice sessions to apply new skills and receive constructive feedback from trainers.
- Build confidence and competence as an IELTS instructor, enabling effective guidance and support for students preparing for the IELTS exam.
- Build the confidence and expertise required to guide students through the IELTS exam preparation process.
- Master strategies for teaching reading comprehension and techniques for tackling various reading tasks in the exam.
- Understand the purpose, format, and evaluation criteria of the IELTS exam and how to effectively teach it.
- Learn how to teach listening comprehension across the different sections of the exam and offer guidance on varied question types.
- Familiarize yourself with the grading rubric and assessment criteria for the IELTS Writing section and develop skills to teach specific writing tasks and requirements.
By the course’s conclusion, participants will have acquired the essential knowledge, skills, and confidence to deliver effective IELTS instruction. They will be well-equipped to support their students in achieving success, providing meaningful feedback, and creating a productive learning environment for IELTS preparation.
Assessment Methods
Participants will undergo ongoing evaluations and a final examination, receiving personalized feedback and a tailored action plan for enhancement.
The course spans 30 hours, held twice a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays over a period of 4 weeks.
Upon successful completion, participants will be awarded a certificate of achievement from Reachout GCC.
