Listening Test - Improve Your Score

Each module, we have a listening test.  It's important for you to do well on this as it is a good sign that you are ready to listen to lectures in English in the university.

Remember:

1. Read questions first
2. Notice key words
3. Expect tricks (somebody gives an answer and then changes it...)
4. Think about overall meaning
5. Don't leave any unanswered questions

How can you improve?

• Listen A LOT!!! Practice!
• http://www.ieltsbuddy.com/ielts-listening-test.html
• http://www.ipassielts.com/ielts_training/free_practice/listening/
• Learn synonyms (Link)
• Watch online videos with subtitles
• BBC's Flatmates
• Youtube CrashCourse (turn on subtitles)
• Sign up for EnglishCentral (they have an app too!)
• Check out University of Illinois resources
• Listen to Podcasts
• HERE is a list of some of the best
• use iTunes or BeyondPod (android app) to find these
• Watch TV with subtitles
• find out how HERE

There are many ways for you to improve your overall Listening ability in a short time.  You just have to use them regularly.  If you do, you WILL improve!