IELTS

INTERNATIONAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE TESTING SYSTEM

Facilitator: Shujauddin Jalali

Facilitator: Shujauddin Jalali
THE IELTS WRITING MODULE

The writing module consist of 2 tasks, each

should be written in full not in form of notes.
In task 1, you will have to spend 20 minutes to
write at least 150 words. This task covers 1/3
part of this module. In task 2, you will have to
spend 40 minutes to write at least 250 words
that covers 2/3 part of this module.
This module measures that ability whether you
can explicit an argument in written form.

Facilitator: Shujauddin Jalali

THE IELTS WRITING MODULE TASK 1:
Task 1, you must write a descriptive report on
visual information given below with at least
150 words within 20 minutes of given time.
You may have to write a work process in the
form of a diagram.

1) Graph
2) Table
3) Chart
4) Diagram
Facilitator: Shujauddin Jalali
THE IELTS WRITING MODULE TASK 1:
The target skills in this task are:

 Presenting, describing, interpreting, and

comparing data.

 Describing a process or how something

works.

 Using appropriate and accurate language.

Facilitator: Shujauddin Jalali

THE IELTS WRITING MODULE TASK 2:

Task 2, you are presented with a point of view,

an argument or a problem with at least 250
words within 40 minutes of given time.

In this task you have to write view point,

opinion, statistical information, contradictions,
and refusal to information.

Facilitator: Shujauddin Jalali

THE IELTS WRITING MODULE TASK 2:
The target skills in this task are:

• Arguing, defending or refusing a point of

view using supportive evidence.
• Identifying the causes of or suggesting a
solution to a problem.
• Comparing and contrasting opinions.
• Evaluating the effects of a course of action.

Facilitator: Shujauddin Jalali

THE IELTS WRITING MODULE:
ESSENTIAL SKILLS

Stage 1 – Preparation

Step 1: Read the task carefully.

Step 2: Brainstorm and note down your ideas.

Step 3: Plan your essay.

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THE IELTS WRITING MODULE:
ESSENTIAL SKILLS

Stage 2 – Drafting

Step 4: Write your essay following your plan.

Stage 3 – Reviewing

Step 5: Review and improve your essay.

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THE IELTS WRITING MODULE STRATEGY:
STRATEGY 1: Carefully plan what you will write.

STRATEGY 2: Do not volunteer information you

were not asked for.

STRATEGY 3: Use varied vocabulary and syntax.

STRATEGY 4: Do not copy the wording in the

exam question.

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THE IELTS WRITING MODULE METHOD:

METHOD 1: Introduction to topic.

METHOD 2: Give overview to topic.

METHOD 3: Give detail to topic.

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in Class
THE IELTS WRITING MODULE TASK 1:

CLASS WORK (TASK 1)

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THE IELTS WRITING MODULE TASK 1:

You should spend about 20 minutes on this

task. The chart shows the number of visitors to
a local cinema according to age in 2000.

Summarize the information by selecting and

reporting the main features, and make
comparisons where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

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THE IELTS WRITING MODULE TASK 1:
Visitors to the local cinema according to age

Aged 10-15,
21% Aged 55 and
older, 51%

Aged 16-20,
15%

Aged 21-30,
8%
Aged 31-45,
5%

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THE IELTS WRITING MODULE TASK 2:

CLASS WORK (TASK 2)

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THE IELTS WRITING MODULE TASK 2:
Writing Task 2
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the
following topic, write at least 250 words.

Some countries invest a lot of money in space research. While

some people believe that this money could be better used to
solve other problems on Earth, (for example, environmental
problems,) other argue that space research brings many benefits
for the life on Earth.

Discuss both of these views and give your own opinion.

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples
from your own knowledge and experience.

Facilitator: Shujauddin Jalali