IELTS Motive

Note this on a rock and read it carefully to remember!

"Sharing your goals with others is somewhat helpful, but believe it or not, sharing it with the wrong people can be disastrous. Some friends may act like wellwishers to you, but trust me they are secretly happy when you fail.

I know that some of us have been through tough situations, only because we decided to share some secrets with friends. Fake friends are like scorpions in butterfly wings, and could do more damage than the real enemies.

Talk less, and dream more! As they say, 'a word is enough for the wise; and there's power in silence'."

Good luck my friend 🙂

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We bring you our new learning series online every Saturday mainly focusing on Learning/Teaching English. Please share your views and tell us what time suits you best?

We are going LIVE in an hour, 05:30 pm Afghanistan time (02:00 pm UK time).

Ask questions on Learning/Teaching the English language and IELTS exam preparation.

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LET’S TALK READING – PART #5

Why Read???

You probably know that even in your own language reading is regarded as important because it can be entertaining and educational, can open up new worlds and enrich your life, and can improve hand-eye coordination and enhance social skills.

But for learning a foreign language, in this case, English, reading in that language has additional important benefits that can help you learn the language faster and more completely.

Reading is an essential skill for language learners. When your reading skills improve, your listening, speaking and writing skills improve too. Here are some of the specific reasons why English learners are encouraged to read in English:

1. The constant repetition of words and patterns in reading helps you learn and remember vocabulary and grammar structures.

2. Reading helps you become familiar with the rhythm of English. Over time it will start to feel natural and you will notice when a sentence or phrase doesn't seem right.

3. Unlike conversation, reading is something you can do on your own.

4. Reading is not expensive, often free.

5. Good reading skills can improve your other language skills. You need to learn to read before you can write.

6. Reading is the best way to learn and remember the proper spelling of words.

7. Listening as you read aloud can help you improve your pronunciation skills.

If you want to improve your English, learn to love reading in English. The best readers often get the best grades, jobs, and opportunities.

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LET'S TALK READING -- PART #4

Do You Want To Know "Reading Strategies"?

Here are some Reading Strategies for improving your comprehension skills.

- Skim: read for the brief idea or overview.

- Scan: read for specific details or a specific reason.

- KWL: determine what you Know about the topic, what you Want to know, and what you Learned.

- Skip: if you don't understand a word or section, keep reading ahead. Come back to the section or word again and try to figure out the meaning. Use a dictionary if necessary.

- Look for "headings", "subtitles" and "keywords".

- Read "out loud": children read out loud when they first start reading. You can too. Get comfortable hearing your English voice.

- Create "timelines" or "charts": reorganize what you read in a different format.

- Rewrite in a "different tense".

- Rewrite in a "different format": for example, rewrite an article in letter or list form.

- Illustrate: if you think you're a visual learner, sketch images or an infographic related to what you read.

- Write the questions: as you read, think about which questions you might find on a test or quiz. Write them down and answer them, or quiz a friend.

- Summarize or retell: you can do this by writing a letter to a friend, writing a blog post, making a web cam video, or just starting a conversation on this topic.

- Learn affixes: knowing prefixes and suffixes will increase your word recognition.

- Keep a "vocabulary journal".

- Get a "vocabulary partner".

- Use a "pen" or "ruler": some people find it is easier to read with a pacer. A pen, ruler or fingertip can help you keep your place and prevent your eyes from wandering off. This may not be suitable if you are reading on a computer or mobile device. Adjust the screen to a larger size if necessary.

LET'S TALK READING -- PART III

Here are the Top 10 Reading Tips for you!

1. Read at a level slightly lower than what you understand. You should not have to look up a lot of words. It's okay to look up a few words.

2. Make reading a ritual. Choose a time and place to read every day or week. Commit to this reading time as if it were a job.

3. Read what interests you.

4. Understand what you'll be tested on. If you're working on your reading skills for a particular test, make sure to learn about the test. There may be specific formats such as advertisements that you'll have to read in the test.

5. Find free reading materials - online and otherwise.

6. Visualize what you are reading. Some people try to imagine they are reading a movie or a how-to video.

7. Listen and read. Find podcasts or videos that have transcripts and read along silently. You can also read out loud with the recording.

8. Relate what you read to your own life. How does the reading apply to you?

9. Think about the author or journalist. How would the reading differ if you were the author?

10. Check your eyesight. If you haven't had your eyesight checked in the last few years, make an appointment.

LET'S TALK READING -- PART II

Common Reading Problems That Affect Your Performance!

1. Issues with decoding

Beginner readers may struggle when they meet new or unfamiliar terms, but typically decoding becomes easier with repeated practice of reading the text out loud. If a child continues to struggle, there may be an underlying difficulty or a physical impairment that does not allow them to hear the sounds or see the letters. But in adults, more practice is the remedy.

2. Poor comprehension of reading skills

Some students can read like a pro but may not be able to tell you what they have read. This indicates a problem of incomprehension. Children may find the same difficulty when their teachers or parents read aloud.

3. Speed

The more you read, the more you expand your vocabulary. You begin to recognize more words by sight, enabling them to read faster. If speed is the issue with you, slow processing of information could be the problem. Since reading is a cognitively demanding task, it involves holding information in the mind while continuously processing the text. In children, this can exhaust them with slow processing. Such students may require extra time to complete tasks that require extensive reading.

4. Mixed reading difficulties

Mixed reading problems in students, especially kids, include decoding words and difficulty with comprehension. They have challenges when it comes to reading words, retaining information, and understanding the text. These problems could be due to a reading disorder. Although some students learn slower than others. When it comes to children, if you notice any difficulty that affects your child’s daily life, it should be evaluated by a professional.