Today you’ll learn the steps to overcome IELTS Reading panic on your next exam.
There’s been a theme lately to student messages we’ve been receiving.
For example:
I still make mistakes in reading practice. Should I move on to writing practice, or should I stick to reading? I read a lot of books and newspapers, but it’s more about strategy and clearly understanding the tasks.
Another student asked about not being able to get her score above a 6.5.
What’s the issue here?
First, you need to learn the reading strategies, such as those in 3 Keys IELTS, which have led many students to get a 9 on Reading.
Remember also that your extra reading is not for the Reading Exam- it’s for vocabulary and ideas for Speaking and Writing.
If you’re panicking about your IELTS Reading practice, take a step back.
Step 1: Do reading quizzes from other sources
Do reading quizzes on other sites that are not IELTS. We recommend The Guardian articles with questions, and also the reading quizzes on English Club.
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Develop a more positive association with reading comprehension questions, and still use the IELTS Reading strategies.
Step 2: Deal with anxiety
There are a number of techniques in 3 Keys for dealing with anxiety.
Find one that works for you and practice using it.
For instance, take 30 seconds to a minute and focus on your breath. Feel it in your nostrils, chest or stomach. This gets you out of your head.
5 breaths engage your autonomic nervous system.
Step 3: Apply new attitude to IELTS
2-3 weeks before your exam, refocus on IELTS Reading practice.
Do this in a challenging environment such as a noisy cafe or city park.
Use your new techniques to deal with anxiety.
What makes you panic about IELTS?
Share it in the comments section below!
