Are you looking for a new and fun way to learn American English? Come hang out with Lindsay and Michelle from Boston and New York City and have fun while you improve your English listening skills! All Ears English is an English as a Second Language (ESL) podcast for intermediate to advanced learners around the world. We will show you how to use everyday vocabulary and natural idioms, expressions, and phrasal verbs and how to make small talk in American English. We will also give you special tips on American culture, customs, etiquette, and how to speak with Americans as well as conversation and commentary on study tips, life in America and Boston, how to apply to university in the US, dating, travel, food and more. You'll get TOEFL, IELTS, and TOEIC help also from our IELTS and test expert Jessica Beck. This podcast is for adult students who are professionals and university students as well as ESL teachers. Join our community to learn to speak American English like a native! Connection NOT Perfection!
AEE Test Talk: Meet the Examiner of Excellence!
Are you thinking about testing in English?
Today, Lindsay introduces Jessica, the Examiner of Excellence, who’s here to help you excel at your English tests!
Taking IELTS?
Get our free IELTS video training course now
Test preparation doesn’t have to be boring. In fact, it should be interesting. When you’re studying for an English test, it isn’t the same as studying for a math test. You need to activate your emotions so you can remember more.
Reading or watching movies in English can help, but you can also practice writing essays on subjects that are interesting to you, or go out and speak English with native speakers. Think of it as test preparation.
As for taking the actual test, Jessica has four essential tips to give you an advantage:
- Be proactive. Take an active approach that involves your brain. Try to think about and predict answers.
- Trust yourself. Don’t start doubting yourself when answering questions. Often, your first answer is the correct one.
- Follow directions. Tests are written by smart people. Don’t start looking ahead and trying to race the clock. If you do, you might miss an important instruction.
- Don’t rush. Don’t worry about timing. Instead, focus on your English and do what the test asks you to do.
Have you done any testing in English?
How did it go?
Tell us about it in the comments section below!