IELTS Indicator

Prévia do material em texto

Source: https://www.ieltsindicator.com/ 
IELTS INDICATOR
What?
IELTS Indicator is an online test that can be taken from the comfort and 
safety of your home. The test includes four skills – Listening, Reading, 
Writing and Speaking, and you will receive an indicative score for each. 
Your performance will be marked by IELTS examiners and you will receive 
your result within seven days.
The Academic test is available for a limited time while IELTS testing is 
currently suspended due to COVID-19. 
@teacher.casals
IELTS INDICATOR
When?
IELTS indicator is online, so you can take it at home and stay safe – and it’s 
held once a week at a scheduled time. IELTS Indicator can be taken on any 
suitable desktop, computer or laptop with reliable internet access.
The Listening, Reading and Writing parts of the test need to be completed 
in one sitting, with the Speaking test happening a few days before or after 
the other sections.
@teacher.casals
IELTS INDICATOR
Equipment
Minimun requirements: IELTS Indicator test uses a Safe Exam Browser (SEB), which 
can be installed and run on a Windows PC or MacOS. 
You will need to download and install a Safe Exam Browser (SEB) to conduct your 
Listening, Reading and Writing test, and you will need to download Zoom for your 
Speaking test. You will be sent instructions via email about how you can download 
and install these applications, before your IELTS Indicator test. You’ll need a camera 
and a microphone.
You must have Administrator Privileges on your computer to install the SEB. You 
cannot install it as standard user. Administrator Privileges is also required to start, 
restart or close the SEB in the event of interruptions to the service. 
@teacher.casals
IELTS INDICATOR
Test Day
The time window for the test will be strictly controlled, so each section will 
be time-bound. You need to complete the test in one sitting, 
approximately 2 hours 45 minutes. You cannot pause the test.
For your Speaking test you will need to have your passport / identity 
document which you booked your IELTS Indicator test with, along with a 
paper and pen. You have to download Zoom video call application to your 
laptop or computer and ensure you have a web camera. 
@teacher.casals
IELTS INDICATOR
After the Test
You will receive your results digitally within seven days of completing all 
sections of the test.
You will receive an indicative score for each section along with an overall 
indicative score. Indicative scores will help you know how you performed 
and where you need to improve.
Once testing resumes, your university or education provider may ask you 
to take the in-person IELTS, even if you have taken IELTS Indicator.
@teacher.casals
IELTS INDICATOR
Checklist
❏ A quiet, comfortable and well-lit space to take your test on your own
❏ A laptop or desktop computer (Mac or PC only, you cannot take IELTS 
Indicator on a mobile or tablet device)
❏ Your computer meets the minimum and recommended system 
requirements
❏ A stable internet connection
❏ Speakers and Microphone on for the duration of the test
❏ Camera on and uncovered for the duration of the test
❏ The same passport or photo I.D. document that you used to book your 
test, with you for all parts of the test
@teacher.casals
IELTS INDICATOR
Preparing for the Test
❏ Organize yourself and your studies
❏ Work on timing and exam format
❏ Find a community or a private teacher (like me) to help you better 
prepare for the test
❏ Do as many mock tests as you can
❏ Focus on your strengths
❏ Keep track of your scores
❏ Celebrate your improvements
❏ Write essays and seek feedback
@teacher.casals