| 第1周 | Course Introduction & Diagnostic All Skills — Assessment | - • Full diagnostic IELTS Academic test to establish baseline band scores for all four modules
- • Personalised study plan creation based on diagnostic results and target band requirements
- • Introduction to IELTS format, band descriptors, and scoring system — debunking common myths
| Review every answer from the diagnostic test using answer keys and tapescripts. Begin AWL sublist 1 flashcards (30 words with collocations). Write a learning journal entry about your target score and motivation. |
| 第2周 | Listening — Everyday Contexts Listening | - • Section 1: transactional conversations — form and note completion, predicting answer types (numbers, names, dates)
- • Section 2: informational monologues — following descriptions of places, events, and services; multiple choice and matching
- • Spelling accuracy intensive: commonly misspelled words, plural forms, and proper nouns in Listening
| Complete three Section 1-2 practice sets from Cambridge 15-16. Maintain a "spelling error" log and review nightly. Listen to a 10-minute English podcast and summarise the key points. |
| 第3周 | Reading — Foundational Strategies Reading | - • Skimming for gist: reading topic sentences and concluding sentences to understand passage structure in under 3 minutes
- • Scanning for specific information: locating names, dates, numbers, and technical terms efficiently
- • True/False/Not Given: the evidence-based approach — distinguishing "not given" from "false" with confidence
| Read two Academic passages under timed conditions (20 minutes each). For each wrong answer, write out the exact text evidence that supports the correct answer. Read one article from New Scientist or The Economist and note 10 new vocabulary items. |
| 第4周 | Writing Task 1 — Graphs & Charts Writing | - • Task 1 structure: paraphrased introduction, overview paragraph with key trends, detailed body paragraphs with data
- • Line graphs: language for trends (increased gradually, declined sharply, remained stable, reached a peak of)
- • Bar charts: comparing and contrasting categories, grouping data logically, approximating figures
| Write two Task 1 reports: (1) line graph on population growth in three cities 1950-2050, (2) bar chart comparing water usage in six countries. Complete each in 20 minutes. Submit for teacher feedback. |
| 第5周 | Writing Task 1 — Tables, Pies & Processes Writing | - • Pie charts: describing proportions, making comparisons (accounted for, comprised, made up approximately)
- • Tables: selecting and grouping key data, avoiding a mechanical row-by-row description
- • Process and cycle diagrams: passive voice for stages, sequencing language (firstly, subsequently, at this point, finally)
| Write three Task 1 reports: (1) pie chart on energy sources, (2) table on tourist arrivals by country, (3) process diagram on chocolate production. Submit all three for marking. |
| 第6周 | Writing Task 2 — Essay Structures Writing | - • Opinion essays: clear thesis in the introduction, well-developed body paragraphs using the PEEL method (Point, Explain, Example, Link)
- • Discussion essays: presenting both sides fairly before giving your own view; structural options (thesis-led vs argument-led)
- • Planning under pressure: the 5-minute planning method for a well-organised 250-word essay
| Write two Task 2 essays under timed conditions (40 minutes each): (1) "Some people think children should begin learning a foreign language at primary school. Others think it is better to wait until secondary school. Discuss both views and give your opinion." (2) "In many cities, the problems of air pollution and traffic congestion are increasing. What are the causes of this problem? What measures could be taken to reduce it?" Submit for detailed feedback. |
| 第7周 | Speaking — Parts 1 & 2 Speaking | - • Part 1 mastery: expanding answers to 2-3 sentences naturally, using examples and personal anecdotes
- • Common Part 1 topics: hometown, accommodation, daily routine, hobbies, food, weather, music, reading, technology, transport
- • Part 2 cue card technique: one-minute brainstorm template, maintaining fluency for the full two minutes, natural sign-off phrases
| Record four 2-minute Part 2 monologues: (1) Describe a city you would like to visit, (2) Describe a teacher who influenced you, (3) Describe an item of clothing you enjoy wearing, (4) Describe a time you received good news. Self-assess for fluency, pausing, and self-correction. |
| 第8周 | Speaking — Part 3 & Pronunciation Speaking | - • Part 3 extended discussion: giving reasons, speculating, comparing viewpoints, hedging language (it could be argued, I tend to think)
- • Linking Part 2 to Part 3: how to transition from personal experience to abstract discussion
- • Advanced pronunciation: connected speech (elision, assimilation, weak forms), rhythm and pacing
| Prepare detailed responses for five Part 3 discussion areas: (1) changes in education, (2) the role of technology in daily life, (3) environmental responsibility, (4) work-life balance, (5) the importance of traditions. Record answers and note areas for improvement. |
| 第9周 | Listening — Academic Sections Listening | - • Section 3: academic discussions between students and tutors — matching, classification, and plan completion
- • Section 4: university-style lectures — summary completion, sentence completion, and multiple choice
- • Note-taking methods for extended monologues: abbreviations, symbols, and layout strategies
| Complete two full Listening tests from Cambridge 17-18. For Sections 3-4, replay difficult segments and write the answer justification from the tapescript. Watch a 15-minute TED Talk and complete a summary with gaps. |
| 第10周 | Reading — Advanced Question Types Reading | - • Matching headings: skim-first and elimination approach for complex academic passages
- • Matching information to paragraphs: systematic paragraph annotation technique
- • Matching features: linking researchers, dates, or categories to statements in scientific and social science texts
| Complete one full Reading test under strict 60-minute timing. For each passage, write a one-sentence summary. Review all wrong answers and categorise errors by question type. |
| 第11周 | Mid-Course Mock Exam & Intensive Review Exam Simulation | - • Full IELTS Academic mock test under exam conditions with all four modules
- • Speaking mock interview with detailed band-score feedback on each criterion
- • Gap analysis: comparing mid-course scores to diagnostic — which modules have improved most and which need more work
| Rewrite your weakest Task 1 and Task 2 essays incorporating all teacher feedback. Complete a timed Listening and Reading test, focusing specifically on your two weakest question types. |
| 第12周 | Final Mock Exam & Exam Preparation Exam Simulation | - • Final full-length IELTS Academic mock test under strict exam conditions
- • Final Speaking mock interview with comprehensive band-score assessment
- • Score comparison: diagnostic vs mid-course vs final — celebrating progress and noting areas for ongoing study
| Complete one final Cambridge practice test at home under timed conditions the weekend before the real exam. Review your personal strategy sheet and error logs. Get a good night of sleep before exam day. |