What you'll learn

the structure and types of reading and writing tasks
writing emails and essay type responses
paraphrasing as a key tool to understanding and creating content
analysing and evaluating opinions and ideas
efficient time management
brainstorming and developing arguments

Course content

4 sections • 36 lectures • 2h 17m total length

Intro into CELPIP3:27
getting to know your instructor and the purpose of the CELPIP test
Scores and Language Proficiency2:54
an explanation of how CELPIP scores are calculated
Scoring Part 2: What CELPIP Level Am I?2:11
a detailed description of two most common benchmark scores - Level 4 and Level 7
Before We Begin: A Note on Paraphrase2:24
an article aimed at getting the students familiarized with one of the key concepts of the language test - paraphrasing
Outro: Let's Get Started!2:26
a motivational lecture to remind the students how long they might need and how much energy they should devote to preparing for the test

Intro into CELPIP Reading1:31
an overview of the structure of the reading test, including timing and the number of questions for each section
Reading Part 1 Task 1: Experience2:55
a step-by-step description of the most optimal strategies to complete the questions for Reading Part 1 Task 1 (screenshare of a real test)
Reading Part 1 Overview1:52
a detailed explanation of what Part 1 of the reading test looks like (including screenshare)
Reading Part 1 Task 1: Experience_continued11:10
a step-by-step description of the most optimal strategies to complete the questions for Reading Part 1 Task 1 (screenshare of a real test)
Reading Part 1 Task 2: Experience6:23
a step-by-step description of the most optimal strategies to complete the questions for Reading Part 1 Task 2 (screenshare of a real test)
home assignment: download the resource and solve Reading Part 1, then check the answer key to calculate your score; write down your score because you will later add all your reading practice tasks (1-4) to calculate your final reading score.
Reading Part 2 Overview1:55
a detailed description of what Reading Part 2 consists of
Reading Part 2: Diagram6:47
a short guide to analyzing diagrams on a CELPIP test
Reading Part 2: Experience9:11
analyzing Part 2 step by step to get the students familiar with how diagrams are used to answer the questions in Task 1 and 2 (screenshare of a real test with commentary)
home assignment: download the resource and solve Reading Part 2, then check the answer key to calculate your score; write down your score because you will then add all your reading practice tasks (1-4) to calculate your final reading score.
Reading Part 3 Overview2:55
a detailed description of what Reading Part 3 consists of
Reading Part 3 Tips and Strategies 12:57
analyzing the questions for Reading Part 3, learning how to predict the contents of the article
Reading Part 3 Tips and Strategies 211:22
learning to scan and skim the text in Reading Part 3 in search for information (screenshare of a real test with commentary)
home assignment: download the resource and solve Reading Part 3, then check the answer key to calculate your score; write down your score because you will then add all your reading practice tasks (1-4) to calculate your final reading score.
Reading Part 4 Overview2:04
a detailed description of what Reading Part 4 consists of
Reading Part 4 Strategies: Questions3:37
analyzing the questions for Reading Part 4, learning how to predict the contents of the article
Reading Part 4 Task 1: Experience10:13
going through the article in Reading Part 4 and the questions to decide on the best answers, using critical thinking and paraphrase to confirm the correct responses
Reading Part 4 Task 2: Experience10:28
a step-by-step explanation of how to use the content of the artilcle in Reading Part 4 to complete the Comment from the Reader (Task 2)
home assignment: download the resource and solve Reading Part 4, then check the answer key to calculate your score; write down your score and add the scores from all your previous reading practice tasks (1-4) to calculate your final reading score.

Intro into CELPIP Writing2:20
a detailed explanation of the requirements the students need to meet to complete CELPIP wriiting (timing, an overview of Writing Task 1 and Task 2)
How Your Writing Score is Calculated2:32
a detailed explanation of how your writing score is calculated
Time Management1:51
a lecture on managing time efficiently, in order to maximize your writing score
Task 1 Writing an Email Overview3:41
a detailed description of Task 1: writing an email (including sample topics)
Task 1: Brainstorm and Make a Plan Experience6:08
a lecture aimed at teaching students to brainstorm ideas and make a plan - before they start writing
Task 1: Email Structure2:51
an overview of email structure and a downloadable list of useful phrases
Write it up!0:13
This is a self-practice assignment. The students should spend no more than 27 minutes to complete the task. In addition to that, the downloadable resource below has sample answers to the task so the students can compare and self-assess their assignment.
Writing Task 1_Self-Practice0:04
This is a self-practice assignment. The students should spend no more than 27 minutes on completing the assignment.
Writing Task 2: Responding to a Survey Question2:45
a detailed overview of Writing Task 2 - responding to a survey question
Writing Task 2: Brainstorm and Make a Plan4:02
a lecture aimed at teaching students to brainstorm ideas and make a plan - before they start writing Task 2
Writing Task 2: Structure2:01
a formal essay structure that is very useful for CELPIP Writing Task 2
Writing Task 2: Building Your Argument Part 13:35
a step-by-step guide on how to develop an argument and express an opinion
Writing Task 2: Building Your Argument Part 24:51
a step-by-step guide on how to develop an argument and express an opinion (continued)
Write it up!0:22
This is a self-practice assignment. The students should use the ideas they have brainstormed during the previous lecture to write up their response to the survey. In addition to this, there is a downloadable resource with sample answers to the same task, with a detailed analysis of the scores.
Writing Task 2: Self-Practice0:17
This is a self-practice assignment. The students should write a response to the survey in 26 minutes, using the strategies we have studied during our course. Besides, there is an additional Task 2 which can be downloaded for more practice.

Requirements

all levels are welcome; all you need is motivation and a good Internet connection

Description

Victoria Fulbright is an English language instructor who specializes in preparing students for tests such as IELTS, TOEIC, and CELPIP. Being an active examiner, she has first-hand knowledge about what is expected from the test takers during these tests.

This CELPIP preparation course is aimed at test takers of any level who need to improve their reading and writing skills to achieve the best test results. The instructor will go through the reading and writing sections step by step, giving useful tips about optimizing the use of your time and finding the correct answers to the test questions. At the same time, you will be able to see the real layout of the test via screenshare so you will know what to expect during the actual test.

The main goal of this course is to get the students familiarized and comfortable with the contents of the test and its structure. In addition to that, you will learn to scan and skim your reading tasks as well as build solid arguments in writing. You will also get a chance to see writing samples of different levels with explanations as to why and how they were scored. Last but not least, you will have access to official CELPIP practice tests with answers as part of your self-practice.

Who this course is for:

CELPIP test takers
ESL learners
IELTS test takers

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Course content

Getting Started5 lectures • 13min

CELPIP Reading: Tips and Strategies15 lectures • 1hr 25min

CELPIP Writing: Tips and Strategies15 lectures • 38min

Good Bye and Good Luck!1 lecture • 1min

Requirements

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