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.
Facilitator: Shujauddin Jalali
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.
Facilitator: Shujauddin Jalali
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)
Facilitator: Shujauddin Jalali
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.
Facilitator: Shujauddin Jalali
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%
Facilitator: Shujauddin Jalali
THE IELTS WRITING MODULE TASK 2:
CLASS WORK (TASK 2)
Facilitator: Shujauddin Jalali
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
