PTE Academic Exam Preparation: Reading Mastery (Score 79+)

Name: PTE Academic Exam Preparation: Reading Mastery (Score 79+)
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Succeed in the PTE Reading exam: Experienced Australian teacher, complete preparation tutorials, practice, strategies!

Created bySarah Watts

Last updated 5/2024

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What you'll learn

PRACTISE each Reading question type multiple times with real PTE Reading practice questions
Execute the fundamentals of strong reading comprehension such as scanning, skimming, identifying key words, synonyms, collocations, reference words, and more.
Approach all tasks in the Reading section of the PTE exam with a clear process and thus calm confidence
Fully and confidently understand the criteria and scoring of PTE Reading
Analyse written texts quickly and confidently with excellent time management to maximise your success in the Reading section.
Apply topic-specific vocabulary for the most common PTE topics with my unique PTE topic vocabulary lists (free and quiz-format!), available in this course

Course content

8 sections • 53 lectures • 5h 16m total length

Welcome and how to use this course1:49

2.1 Fill-in-the-Blanks (RW): Introduction, Criteria, and Scoring5:17
2.2 Fill-in-the-Blanks (RW): Step-by-Step Approach & Vocabulary Tips14:37
Master the step-by-step approach to fill-in-the-blank reading tasks, from skimming for meaning to slow analysis and elimination. Learn vocabulary, grammar, and collocation strategies with practical tips and examples.
2.3 Fill-in-the-Blanks (RW): Grammar Tips12:58
2.4 Fill-in-the-Blanks (RW): Collocation Tips5:55
PRACTICE TEST QUESTIONS: Fill-in-the-Blanks (RW)
2.5 Fill-in-the-Blanks (RW): Module Summary1:44
master the fill-in-the-blanks reading and writing format, scoring, and a step-by-step method using vocabulary, grammar, and collocation strategies, with practice to prepare for the next module.

3.1 Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer: Introduction, Criteria, and Scoring5:49
3.2 Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer: Top Tips6:47
3.3 Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer: Step-by-Step Approach6:09
Master the 3.3 multiple choice, multiple answer approach with steps: skim for context, personalize the text, locate keywords and synonyms, and read closely to check limiting words before selecting answers.
3.4 Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer: Step 2 scanning for key words and synonyms10:52
3.5 Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer: Identifying Limiting Words12:09
Identify limiting words to verify reading answers. Locate keywords and synonyms, then assess if the statement is truly supported using quantity, quality, emotion, time, exclusion, and comparatives.
3.6 Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer: Putting it all together in an example10:49
This walkthrough shows how to tackle a 3.6 multiple choice, multiple answer question on drone technology in Antarctica, teaching keyword spotting and evaluating text evidence.
3.7 Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer: Guided Practice Question 211:12
PRACTICE TEST QUESTIONS: Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer
3.8 Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer: Module Summary2:07
Still with me? Keep it up!1:01

4.1 Re-order Paragraph: Introduction, Criteria, and Scoring4:55
4.2 Re-order Paragraph: Step-by-step approach4:32
Master the step-by-step approach to re-order paragraphs by skimming for context, personalizing the topic, identifying the topic sentence, using reference and linking words, and performing a final sanity check.
4.3 Re-order Paragraph: Step 2, finding the Topic Sentence7:12
4.4 Re-order Paragraph: Step 3, using reference words, linking words & examples9:24
4.5 Re-order Paragraph: Step 4, re-read paragraph for logical consistency3:50
4.6 Re-order Paragraph: Guided Practice Question 17:52
4.7 Re-order Paragraph: Guided Practice Question 28:01
4.8 Re-order Paragraph: Guided Practice Question 38:37
PRACTICE TEST QUESTIONS: Re-Order Paragraph
4.9 Re-order Paragraph: Module Summary1:43

5.1 Fill-in-the-Blanks (Reading): Introduction3:35
5.2: Fill-in-the-Blanks (Reading): Scoring and Criteria3:38
5.3 Fill-in-the-Blanks (Reading): The step-by-step approach1:06
Apply a step-by-step approach to fill-in-the-blanks reading: skim the text, analyze each blank for meaning and grammar, use elimination, then quickly reread for a sanity check.
5.4: Fill-in-the-Blanks (Reading): Top Tips5:38
5.5 Fill-in-the-Blanks (Reading): Step 1, Skimming and Personalising for context2:03
5.6 Fill-in-the-Blanks (Reading): Step 2, Analysing blanks - meaning and grammar7:53
5.7 Fill-in-the-Blanks (Reading): Process of Elimination4:59
5.8 Fill-in-the-Blanks (Reading): Guided Practice Question 18:47
Develop reading mastery through guided practice with skimming and fill-in-the-blank analysis, while reinforcing university access, diversity, mentoring programs, and encouraging pupils to apply.
5.9 Fill-in-the-Blanks (Reading): Guided Practice Question 26:34
5.10 Fill-in-the-Blanks (Reading): Guided Practice Question 311:34
Engage with guided practice three for fill-in-the-blanks in reading to sharpen verb tense, base verbs, and modal usage, while exploring key vocabulary and word forms.
PRACTICE TEST QUESTIONS: Fill-in-the-Blanks (Reading)
5.11 Fill-in-the-Blanks (Reading): Module Summary1:45

6.1 Multiple Choice, Single Answer: Introduction4:38
Learn the structure, format, and scoring of multiple choice single answer, apply a step-by-step approach with top tips, and practice examining questions for tone, gist, inference, and author's purpose.
6.2 Multiple Choice, Single Answer: Criteria and Scoring2:36
6.3 Multiple Choice, Single Answer: Step-by-step approach1:47
Follow a step-by-step approach for multiple choice questions by identifying the goal, scanning for the answer, and using elimination with top tips to succeed.
6.4 Multiple Choice, Single Answer: Top Tips2:55
Personalize the topic to boost understanding, and examine the topic and final sentence for the main idea. Manage time—two minutes; guess when unsure; and practice academic vocabulary for reading mastery.
6.5 Multiple Choice, Single Answer: Step 1, identify the goal of the question8:14
6.6 Multiple Choice, Single Answer: Step 2, scanning for the answer4:49
6.7 Multiple Choice, Single Answer: Step 3, analysing the answer options7:03
6.8 Multiple Choice, Single Answer: Guided Practice Question #17:26
6.9 Multiple Choice, Single Answer: Guided Practice Question #210:47
6.10 Multiple Choice, Single Answer: Guided Practice Question #37:20
6.11 Multiple Choice, Single Answer: Guided Practice Question #46:42
PRACTICE TEST QUESTIONS: Multiple Choice, Choose Single Answer
6.12 Multiple Choice, Single Answer: Module Summary1:17

Requirements

A basic level of English to be able to understand lectures (with English subtitles) and very basic English.
A desire to learn and improve your Reading skills, and smash the PTE exam!

Description

Why you should take this course in 2026:

Learn from a an experienced university teacher in Australia who is also a native speaker of English
Cover the PTE Reading section comprehensively - you will not need any other resources or courses to prepare.
Gain access to vocabulary lists for the PTE exam, Lesson Summaries for EVERY Module, Lesson Worksheets when tasks are available, quizzes to check understanding after each Module, and sample answers throughout
Use the Q&A/Discussion function to ask questions and receive personalised help as you progress

Stressed about the Reading section of the PTE exam? Look no further, I'm here to help :)

You may have come here from my Speaking or Writing courses, or you may be looking for Reading support independent of those. Regardless, I know how challenging and stressful Reading language tests can be - I've done them myself in other languages - and how crucial it is that you have a strong set of strategies, tips, and reliable methods up your sleeve.

This course will equip you with everything you need to achieve your highest potential in the Reading section of the PTE exam, guiding you through each part and providing examples every step of the way.

Based on my 10+ years of English language teaching experience both online and offline at top schools in New Zealand and Australia, I have created this course to efficiently and effectively target the required skills to achieve top scores in the Reading section of the PTE exam. This includes tips and tricks, walkthrough examples of each question type, an understanding of how to navigate complex written language, sample answers from me, PTE vocabulary lists, and full lesson summaries for you to revisit if you forget anything later.

I am also here with you the entire way to answer questions and help you out - your questions are more than welcome! Many students have sent through incredible results to me after taking my course, and I love hearing about it.

You will learn:

All of the criteria for each part of the PTE Reading section of the exam, and how they apply to each question type and impact your overall score
My top Reading tips to set you up for success in the exam
The fundamentals of strong reading, including practising essential reading skills like skimming for gist, scanning for key words, identifying synonyms, and using collocations, word forms, limiting words, root words, and context
Specific language to watch out for in reading comprehension to avoid being tricked by the exam
Proven methods to approach each question type for the Reading section
Score 90 answers will be provided for every task to ensure understanding and to allow you to compare your answers to the highest expectations

Enjoy enthusiasm and passion from your teacher as you learn! I’m having a great time so I hope you will too :)

I also have a PTE Speaking course and a PTE Writing course available with thousands of happy students - don't forget to check those out.

Who this course is for:

Anyone who wants to sit the PTE Academic exam
Anyone who has previously sat the exam and did not achieve their target score for Reading
Anyone who has PTE test score requirements for a visa, work, or study requirements
No prior knowledge of the PTE Reading exam is needed as this course will take you through the main Reading sections step-by-step

PTE Academic Exam Preparation: Reading Mastery (Score 79+)

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Course content

Introduction and how to use this course1 lecture • 2min

Module 1 | Essential knowledge for Reading: Word Forms4 lectures • 26min

Module 2 | Fill-in-the-Blanks (Reading and Writing)5 lectures • 41min

Module 3 | Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer9 lectures • 1hr 7min

Module 4 | Re-order Paragraph9 lectures • 56min

Module 5 | Fill-in-the-Blanks (Reading)11 lectures • 58min

Module 6 | Multiple Choice, Choose Single Answer12 lectures • 1hr 6min

Congratulations!2 lectures • 2min

Requirements

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