✍️ IELTS EXPRESS – CHAPTER 3 Lesson 1: ESSENTIAL WRITING SKILLS

🎯 Lesson Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will:

• Understand the IELTS Writing test format for both Academic and General Training versions.

• Learn how to analyze tasks, plan effectively, and write clearly under time pressure.

• Master the basics of Task 1 (Reports/Letters) and Task 2 (Essays).

• Apply grammar, vocabulary, and coherence to meet the IELTS band descriptors.

• Begin writing with confidence, clarity, and purpose.

🧭 Skills Addressed

🧩 Task Analysis & Planning

Learn how to understand exactly what each question asks before writing.

📊 Academic Writing Task 1 (Charts, Graphs & Diagrams)

Practice describing visual data using accurate structure and vocabulary.

💬 General Writing Task 1 (Letters)

Learn how to organize your response for formal, semi-formal, and informal letters.

🧠 Writing Task 2 (Essays)

Develop clear arguments, examples, and conclusions that meet examiner expectations.

✍️ Grammar, Vocabulary & Cohesion

Build range and accuracy in your writing to communicate ideas fluently.

💬 Lesson Summary 

This lesson is your foundation for IELTS Writing success — it simplifies complex writing tasks into clear, achievable steps.

You’ll learn to:

• Understand the two writing tasks and what examiners want.

• Build strong introductions, body paragraphs, and conclusions.

• Use academic vocabulary and grammar effectively.

• Apply time-saving strategies that keep you focused and calm.

💡 In short: You’ll leave this lesson knowing exactly how to write, what to include, and how to score higher in both Academic and General Training Writing.

🚀 Start Building Your IELTS Writing Skills

🎬 1. IELTS Writing – Summary

Get an overview of the IELTS Writing test, including timing, task types, and scoring criteria.
🕒 Duration: 4 minutes
💡 Tip: Understand the task requirements first — knowing what to write is half the battle.
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🎬 2. IELTS Writing Tips & Practice Questions 

Learn key writing tips and explore common question types you’ll encounter in both tasks.
🕒 Duration: 4 minutes
💡 Tip: Always plan your ideas for Task 2 before writing — organization boosts clarity and score.
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🎬 3. IELTS Writing – Academic Writing Task 1

Learn how to describe graphs, charts, and processes using structured paragraphs and precise vocabulary.
🕒 Duration: 5 minutes
💡 Tip: Don’t describe everything — focus on key trends, comparisons, and changes.
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🎬 4. IELTS Writing – General Training Task 1 

Learn how to write clear and well-organized letters — whether they are formal, semi-formal, or informal.
You’ll discover how to use the right tone, structure, and vocabulary to meet the task requirements and impress examiners.

🕒 Duration: 5 minutes
💡 Tip: Always identify the type of letter before you start — your tone, greeting, and closing depend on it.

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🎬 5. IELTS Writing – Task 2 Tips & Strategies 

Master the essay-writing process — from brainstorming to finishing with a powerful conclusion.
🕒 Duration: 18 minutes
💡 Tip: Follow the 4-paragraph essay model: Introduction, Two Body Paragraphs, Conclusion.
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📘 IELTS Writing General Information (Reading Lesson)

📄 Read a full guide to the Writing test structure, scoring criteria, and practical examples for both Academic and General Training.
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📗 IELTS Writing Skills – Complete Lesson (Interactive Guide)

Explore a detailed step-by-step lesson combining model answers, scoring notes, and self-practice tips.
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🧭 Afridemia Tip

💬 “Good IELTS writing isn’t about using big words — it’s about using clear structure and accurate language.”

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