What it is: A 4-skill test (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking) widely accepted worldwide. What it’s for: Study abroad, immigration, and international requirements. Example: Aim band 6.5 for many universities.

• Academic: for study (university)
• General Training: for work/immigration

• Listening: 4 sections, ~30 minutes + transfer time
• Reading: 3 passages
• Writing: Task 1 + Task 2
• Speaking: interview (Part 1-2-3)

• Listening: learn “signpost words” (next, however, finally)
• Reading: practice skimming/scanning + time control
• Writing: template structure + coherence/cohesion + topic vocabulary
• Speaking: record answers + improve fluency + fix common grammar errors

Topic: “Online learning is better than classroom learning. Discuss.” Plan:

• Intro: paraphrase + thesis
• Body 1: advantage + example
• Body 2: disadvantage + example
• Conclusion: restate

• *module* /ˈmɒdjuːl/: dạng/nhánh bài thi
• *passage* /ˈpæsɪdʒ/: đoạn bài đọc
• *signpost* /ˈsaɪnpəʊst/: từ/cụm báo hiệu (dẫn dắt)
• *band score* /bænd skɔː/: điểm band