不停練習 努力過的東西不會背叛你 大家加油!!
身為一個上班族 想出國讀研究所
剛開始挫折到不行 會有種我就爛(.jpg)的感覺 但是想到已經拿到condition offer 就差在語言我真的不甘心 所以我認真戒掉所有娛樂 除了睡覺前划手機30min (我連下班最開心的電動娛樂通通刪掉QQ)
堅持了4個月我IELTS上岸了 ---我上老師的只有寫作跟口說 聽力跟閱讀是偶爾詢問+自己的規劃 參考就好 我適合的 不見得適合你
-寫作-
我上老師的課程的時候 overall 只有5.5 各科5.5 寫作閱讀有時5而已
老師知道我有嚴重文法錯誤時態問題 花了些時間加強了我的底子 到現在 我基本上只會錯一點點的錯誤 也教會我如何寫IELTS作文
先加強文法>教架構同時不斷修正每個小錯誤>到現在雖然6.0是剛好達標但是對我來說已經足夠 ((偷偷說基本上 作文文法不出錯 閱讀分也會上來 當初我可是被動時態 現在完成式 過去完成式 現在式 未來式都混在同一篇文章的!!!-辛苦老師了:))
確定好文法穩住後就是想梗+例子的問題了這個需要長時間的累積
我的作法是去看高分作文都是寫什麼 什麼例子可以涵蓋最多主題
然後記下來(只要你文法不怎麼錯 +架構對了 6分就穩了!!血淋淋的例子在這裡)6分不用很漂亮的詞彙 或是把不確定的詞都寫在練習作文裡 上課問老師 他會跟妳說適不適合 不適合會說明原因以及更適合的詞彙 我相信老師的作法一定對於那些本身底子不錯的人來說絕對是很有幫助的 提升成績!!
-口說-
口說也是 我真的很感謝老師即使我經常犯同樣的錯 老師還是會溫柔地提醒你 上次有犯過一樣的錯誤喔 要再注意一下
並跟我說提升自己口說穩定的方式就是寫日記說出來一來確定文法對錯 在每天練習下也不會在敘述的時候下意識用現在式 這個訓練對我來說真的很有幫助
然後在練習時老師會提供不一樣的想法給你 (例子+耿)或是主題給你相關的單字 不要求你全都用上但你天天看一定考場用得上 作文也可以用
-最後衝刺-
我的安排是
一天大作文一天小作文 主要練手感跟壓時間
口說天天拿雅思哥起來練 跟老師的課堂錄影跟自己做的重點看一遍敘述架構
聽力就正常做 做完錯的再聽一遍 聽到第3遍還是沒聽出來再看逐字稿>理解是自己沒聽懂還是太快沒聽到>然後挑一篇你不擅長的part(例如part2 part3是我的失分點我就挑這兩個) 聽逐字稿 講一句寫一句最後對逐字稿看自己聽錯哪些部分 (一天最多2part 多了沒用耳力會疲乏) 這方式我用了1個半月 聽力明顯起色 從6.0-7.0 再到現在7.5 (1part 的時間約1-2小時看自己時間規劃至少一天做一part我統稱洗耳朵) 通勤時把BBC6min(spotify有合集)拿出來聽當BGM也好也是洗耳朵 讓耳朵習慣去聽英文 不要聽到就怕>< 再來閱讀是我的弱項 弱在邏輯不是文字 TFNG 跟heading/information這種會想很久 導致後面時間不夠
但是我的訓練方式是改掉想太久的習慣 目標是6.0 不是要全對 總是會有一兩題比較難 看題不懂解不出來超過1分半 就隨便猜一個作記號下一題 每個passages時間到就放掉P1-15/P2-20/P3-25 這是我的作法 目標是把會的題目做對 強迫自己時間到就換passages真的可以提分(對於當時5.5的我非常適用)
IELTS 準備真的是很長考驗 耐心跟心力 但相信自己你努力的東西不會背叛你!!!(累的時候我是去看我夢想學校區域的租房網站 激勵自己!! 找到支撐自己撐下去的動力很重要 夢想R 薪水R 前途R 外國肌肉猛男很香R之類的都行只要讓你在低谷的時候撐著你前進就好)
阿還有 寫題目的時候我是屬於那種壓力大會做不好的人須鼓勵的
所以我寫題目會告訴自己要求不多 達到目標分只要對幾題就好!! 而不是不能錯超過幾題(後者這種說法會讓我壓力很大做題很小心翼翼 阿對就會拖到時間)
ex 平時可能20-22(5.5) 離目標23-26(6.0) 只要再對3題就穩了的心態
會比較好平衡自己穩定心理
// English version
As an office worker who wanted to pursue a Master’s degree abroad, I initially felt extremely frustrated — to the point where I thought, “I’m just rubbish (.jpg)”. But then I reminded myself that I had already received a conditional offer, and it was only the language requirement holding me back. I just couldn’t give up. So, I seriously gave up all forms of entertainment, except for scrolling on my phone for 30 minutes before bed (I even deleted all my favourite after-work gaming activities, QQ).
After persisting for four months, I finally achieved the IELTS score I needed. I only took writing and speaking lessons with my teacher; for listening and reading, I sometimes asked questions and mainly followed my own plan. What worked for me might not necessarily work for you.
— Writing —
When I started lessons with my teacher, my overall band score was only 5.5, with individual components sometimes as low as 5, especially writing and reading.
My teacher realised I had serious grammar and tense issues, so we spent time solidifying my basics. Now, I only make small mistakes, and I’ve learnt how to write proper IELTS essays.
First, we focused on grammar > then worked on structure while constantly correcting minor errors. Although I just managed to hit a 6.0, it’s more than enough for me. (By the way, if your grammar is solid, your reading score tends to improve too! Back then, my essays were a mess of passive voice, present perfect, past perfect, present, and future tenses all in one! My teacher had a tough time with me, bless her.)
Once my grammar was stable, the next challenge was coming up with ideas and examples, which requires long-term accumulation.
What I did was to read high-scoring essays to see what kinds of examples they used that could cover various topics, and then I noted them down. (Honestly, if your grammar is mostly correct and your structure is clear, a band 6 is pretty much guaranteed!! This is a very real example here.)
You don’t need to use very fancy vocabulary for a 6.0, nor should you force in words you’re unsure about. Write them in your practice essays and ask your teacher — she’ll tell you whether they’re suitable, explain why, and suggest better alternatives. I really believe this approach is very helpful for those with a decent foundation, helping to push up the score!
— Speaking —
I’m also extremely grateful to my teacher for being so patient, even when I kept making the same mistakes. She would gently remind me, “You’ve made this mistake before, do pay extra attention.”
She also taught me that a good way to improve fluency is to write a diary and then say it out loud. This not only helps check grammar but also trains you not to subconsciously slip into the present tense when describing past events. This practice was really helpful for me.
During lessons, she would provide different ideas (examples and angles) and vocabulary related to topics. You don’t have to use all of them, but if you keep seeing them, you’ll definitely be able to use them in the actual exam. These ideas can even be used in writing.
— Final push —
My plan was to alternate: one day for Task 2, one day for Task 1 — mainly to get used to writing under time pressure.
For speaking, I practised daily using "IELTS BRO", watched class recordings and reviewed my own key points to reinforce structure.
Listening was done normally — after finishing, I would listen again to the incorrect parts. If I still couldn’t catch them after the third time, I would check the transcript to understand whether it was a problem of not hearing clearly or missing it due to speed.
Then, I chose one part I was weakest at (for me, Parts 2 and 3), listened to the transcript, repeated each sentence while writing it down, and finally checked against the original to see where I misheard. (Maximum two parts a day — more than that is pointless as your ears get tired.)
I did this for about a month and a half, and my listening improved significantly: from 6.0 to 7.0, and eventually to 7.5. (One part took around 1–2 hours depending on your schedule. )
While commuting, I listened to BBC 6 Minute English (there’s a compilation on Spotify), helping your ears get used to English so you don’t feel afraid when you hear it. ><
Reading was my weakness — not because of vocabulary but because of logic. I struggled with TFNG and heading/information questions, which caused me to run out of time.
My solution was to break the habit of overthinking. My goal was 6.0, not full marks. There will always be a few tough questions. If I couldn’t solve one within 90 seconds, I’d just guess, mark it, and move on. Each passage had a set time limit: P1 – 15 mins, P2 – 20 mins, P3 – 25 mins.
My strategy was to focus on getting the questions I knew correct. Forcing myself to move on when time’s up really helped my score (this was especially effective for me when I was stuck at 5.5).
Preparing for IELTS is truly a long test of patience and mental strength, but believe in yourself — your hard work will not betray you!!! (Whenever I felt exhausted, I’d browse rental websites in the area of my dream university to motivate myself! Finding something to keep you going is crucial. Whether it’s your dream, higher salary, a better future, or even the thought of attractive foreign guys(lol) — as long as it keeps you moving forward during low points, that’s what matters.)
Oh, and one more thing. When doing practice papers, I’m the type who struggles under pressure and needs encouragement.
So I would tell myself: it’s not about “you can’t get more than x wrong”, but rather “you only need to get y more correct to reach your goal”. (The former made me feel stressed and overly cautious, which slowed me down.)
For example, if I usually scored 20–22 (around band 5.5), and my target was 23–26 (band 6.0), I would think: “I only need to get 3 more right and I’ll be fine!”
This mindset helped me balance my emotions and stay stable during the exam.
Teacher in the story

👑✨✨ Klara Styles⏩ IELTS 7to9 ⏩✨ *The IELTS EXPERT *
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👩🎓 CELTA,15 YRS EXP
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✨I am a passionate, patient, and positive International English teacher
Certified by Cambridge University, and also Master's degree in TEFL✨
✅ Over 15 years of English teaching.
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🎇 Specializing in IELTS speaking, pronunciation skill, and fluency.
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