5 study tips to score 8 bands and above in IELTS.

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Increase your Reading skill by knowing how to scan to get the main ideas and to skim to get the details you want.

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Develop your vocabulary with a variety of reading resources. Keeping a journal will assist in memorising new words.

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Replicate the tests with official test papers. Examine errors to make improvements.

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Pay attention to individual strategies in each part: note-taking in the Listening, fluency in the Speaking, etc.

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Manage time when doing tests. Spend time effectively to respond to all questions without pressure.

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Being calm and confident during your preparation and on the day of the test will help you to effectively solve problems.

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Frequent and systematic study will keep you in a good shape to take all the components of the test and to meet your objectives.

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