Learning vocabulary for IELTS

Do you have enough topic specific vocabulary to discuss the essay topics in depth. Can you  follow the listening or reading passages easily? Can you discuss the abstract topics in Speaking Part 3 with ease? If the answer to any of these questions is no, then you are probably interested in upgrading your vocabulary. However, what is the best way to learn new lexis? And how much can you realistically learn in one month, or two, or six? That is what Nick and I will be discussing on this week's podcast! Join us as we  combine our experience teaching with the results of academic research to make learning vocabulary for IELTS as easy for you as we can.You can read more about today's episode at: https://blog.myieltsclassroom.com/learning-vocabulary-for-ielts/In this episode, we will look at common reasons why some words are more difficult to learn than othersdiscuss the role of translation in learning lexisexplain the direct and indirect methods of learning lexisgive clear examples of how you can use flashcards effectively Support the podcast and access BONUS episodes here -  https://blog.myieltsclassroom.com/patreon/Download my free ebook "An ex-examiner's guide to the Band IELTS Descriptors": https://mailchi.mp/myieltsclassroom/examiner-guide-to-ielts-band-descriptorsRate and review My IELTS ClassroomIf you are on Apple Podcasts, help us to help more people just like you by rating and reviewing our show. Reviews let other students - just like you - find our information-packed episodes and start their IELTS journey in the best possible way. Remember, My IELTS Classroom offers a range of IELTS services:IELTS Video courses: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/writingIELTS Essay Corrections:https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/markingIELTS Speaking lessons: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/speakingFree blog lessons: http://blog.myieltsclassroom.comFree Podcast episodes: https://myieltsclassroom.buzzsprout.comSupport the show by becoming a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/myieltsclassroomSupport the show