IELTS Reading - True, False, Not Given 01

You seen the video, and you've answered the questions. Now it's time to practice these True, False, Not Given questions, and see how you do. Please CLICK ON THIS LINK and do the reading task about healthy living. Once you have finished, and submitted your answers, ask your teacher how you did!

Listening - Beekeeping

For this morning's listening warm-up, please listen to this BBC Six Minute listening exercise about bees in the UK. WHen you are finished listening, please complete the activity, and submit it to your teacher.

IELTS Reading - Diagnostic Test

Now it's time to take a look at the IELTS Reading exam!

Today you are going to try the reading exam, but in 3 parts. For each part, you only have 20 minutes to complete all the questions, and write your answers on the answer sheet. DOWNLOAD THIS FILE and begin Part 1. Use this 20 Minute Timer for each part.

Reading - Summary Completion 01

Hey 12-01 and 12-12! For our first reading assignment together, I want you CLICK ON THIS LINK and do the "IELTS Reading - Summary Completion 01" assignment. 

Reading - True, False, Not Given

Hello Grade 12! Below is a video that explain how to answer the "True, False, and Not Given" questions on the IELTS Reading exam. Please watch the video below, then DOWNLOAD THIS ACTIVITY and try to answer the questions yourself!

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Speaking task: Organising your talk:

In part 2 of the Speaking module you are given a topic card asking you to describe an event or experience and then explain something connected with that event or experience.

Go through the topic card from Part 2 of the Speaking module:

Describe a sporting event that you have been to:

You should say:

what it was

why you went there

what you saw exactly

and explain why you enjoyed or didn't enjoy it.

Gentlemen, refer to page I4 of your IELTS Course book to get additional information.

Listening - Snake Bites

Hey Grade 12! For today's lesson, lets do a little six-minute listening DOWNLOAD THIS FILE and get started! 

Top Ten IELTS EXAM Taking Tips

As seniors your already know the IELTS exam well. Now its time to raise your game and polish your skills. Keep these top ten tips in mind throughout the year, in class, during quizzes and most of all come April 28th, 2011 - the day of your official IELTS exam. They will be sure to help you!

1. Read the question carefully. Underline key words. Be sure to be on task.

2. Don’t start writing right way – think and be strategic. Have a plan. Don't just jump into the writing process.

3. Write enough words. That means 150 for task 1 and 250 for task 2.

4. Don’t write too many words. More words means wasted time and more chances at making mistakes.

5. Don’t copy whole sections of the question. These words will not be counted towards your overall total.

6. Time is your enemy. Time Management should always be on your mind.

7. Task 2 is worth more. Do it first.

8. Check your writing. If you finish with time to spare use every minute to double-check your work.

9. Expand your vocabulary. If you know another words for something simpler use it. Watch for repetition. Be precise. Use what you know.

10. Think about who will mark your test. Use paragraphs, neat writing and organization.

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Listening - A Good Night's Rest

Good day Grade 12! Today I want to get a little listening practice in. Please DOWNLOAD THIS FILE then:

A) Listen to the .mp3 file (you can read the script on the .pdf)

B) Do the sheet named "Question.

MESSAGE TO SENIORS

You have all begun what will be your last year of high school and being a senior comes with responsibilities. To those grades below you, you must serve as an example of what is right, what is expected of a student in the ATHS family. With only four periods a week of English you must remain focused, be on time, and come prepared to work. Not only that, you need to spend time at home working on your skills. You are seniors and we expect you to work independently when needed. At some point through the year, request letters of recommendation from at least one teacher. Follow up with your teachers this year and let them know you need their letters of support as a part of your college applications. Also take advantage of your career counselor, as we also need you to communicate with us and keep us updated on your plans and progress. If you do so, ATHS has many means of support and assistance for its students. Take advantage of it! Lastly, take this time in your life to look back on the past and forward to the future. It is a great time in a young man’s life and we all wish you best in your upcoming and final year at ATHS Dubai.

WELCOME BACK

Welcome every morning with a smile. Look on the new day as another special gift from your Creator, another golden opportunity to complete what you were unable to finish yesterday. Be a self-starter. Let your first hour set the theme of success and positive action that is certain to echo through your entire day. Today will never happen again. Don't waste it with a false start or no start at all. You were not born to fail.”

Let's begin the new academic year 2011-2012 with  our motto: "We're here to make a difference".

IELTS Writing - Approximation Language

IELTS Writing - Compare and Contrast Language

IELTS Reading - Classification

It's time to practice "Classification." I will have a video ready for you tomorrow, but for today, let's jump right in.

A) Classification 01

B) Classification 02