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TPS IELTS Exam Prep in Edmonton
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Test Preparation Services (TPS)
Information on taking the IELTS exam in Edmonton and the path for finding a tutor or self-studying IELTS.
Edmonton
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In the outer Edmonton areas, studying and taking the IELTS test is not a real problem. There are learning centers outside Edmonton and four places to take the test (British Council, IDP, Saskatchawen College -Edmonton and Canada College. Self-study materials for IELTS are abundant. However, the wisest approach is to take group classes and self-study with tutorials to get more intensive and tailor-made training and feedback.
Issues to Consider
A number of issues come up about the test that need to be considered:
1) It is not the only option in many cases. For example, both U. of Alberta and U. of Calgary have the option of taking the TOEFL, CAEL, Duolingo, and PTE.
2) Although IELTS is one of the easiest standardized tests to register at in the Edmonton area and has more available dates than other tests, this can also be its disadvantage as well. When you can register for it that easily it also means you may be tempted to take it before you have adequately prepared for it or repeatedly taking it every 3 weeks and making a substantial donation to the testing center and Cambridge.
3) Much of the test involves the use of analysis, critical reading, listening, forming and supporting opinions. This means that you may need to develop some background knowledge and critical thinking in unfamiliar areas.
4) Self-study is easier with reading and listening as there are resources available. However, trying to self-study IELTS for speaking and writing is challenging since you need feedback.
1) It is not the only option in many cases. For example, both U. of Alberta and U. of Calgary have the option of taking the TOEFL, CAEL, Duolingo, and PTE.
2) Although IELTS is one of the easiest standardized tests to register at in the Edmonton area and has more available dates than other tests, this can also be its disadvantage as well. When you can register for it that easily it also means you may be tempted to take it before you have adequately prepared for it or repeatedly taking it every 3 weeks and making a substantial donation to the testing center and Cambridge.
3) Much of the test involves the use of analysis, critical reading, listening, forming and supporting opinions. This means that you may need to develop some background knowledge and critical thinking in unfamiliar areas.
4) Self-study is easier with reading and listening as there are resources available. However, trying to self-study IELTS for speaking and writing is challenging since you need feedback.
Home Tutoring
The most comfortable and time efficient manner of studying IELTS is in your home with a customized program. I have a page devoted to finding an IELTS Tutor in Edmonton outer areas, and I invite you to check out what is available. Be sure to visit the IELTS courses page to find out whether it suits your needs and if so, the registration page to confirm enrolment.
Outside of the Home Tutoring
There is another option if you prefer to study outside of the home but still receive a custom-made program. Tutorials are possible at any nearby libraries, community centers or recreation complexes in the areas of
We can book meeting rooms but in Edmonton, they are not free as in some other cities, so we use meeting rooms for small tutorial classes of 3-4 people. Send us a request for this if this is your preferred option.
We can book meeting rooms but in Edmonton, they are not free as in some other cities, so we use meeting rooms for small tutorial classes of 3-4 people. Send us a request for this if this is your preferred option.
Self Study
To purchase any IELTS textbooks and reference books you can check out at a number of library locations You may also just order them online at Before paying a few hundred for books and such, browse the public library locations and look at the selection of IELTS books
The IELTS test has not significantly changed since 2001, so having an up-to-date test is unnecessary. For those less familiar with the IELTS exam, it may be useful to visit the IELTS exam page for study tips and a blog full of strategies, skills and topics and also current exams.As well as links to free reading and listening practice I have also posted free mock exams in speaking and writing and, through e-mail, we will assess your performance for absolutely free. I also have some external links to other blogs such as UBC IELTS Essentials site, British Council , the IELTS Blog and the DCIELTS blog which are all definitely worth visiting.
To purchase any IELTS textbooks and reference books, check out Glass Book Store at 9553 76 Ave NW, Edmonton, or Alhambra Books at 10115 - 81 Avenue. You may also just order these books online at Amazon (search under IELTS books 2023). Before paying a few hundred dollars for books and such, stop at the public libraries
The IELTS test has not significantly changed since 2001, so buying or signing out books displaying the most recent exams is unnecessary. If unfamiliar with the IELTS exam, I would recommend visiting the IELTS exam page for study strategies, skills, topics, and current exams. As well as supplying links to free reading and listening practice, I have also added free mock exams in speaking and writing. Through e-mail, I will, for free, evaluate your performance. I have also added some external links to other blogs, such as UBC IELTS Essentials, British Council, the IELTS Blog, and the DC IELTS blog, which are all worth visiting.
The IELTS test has not significantly changed since 2001, so having an up-to-date test is unnecessary. For those less familiar with the IELTS exam, it may be useful to visit the IELTS exam page for study tips and a blog full of strategies, skills and topics and also current exams.As well as links to free reading and listening practice I have also posted free mock exams in speaking and writing and, through e-mail, we will assess your performance for absolutely free. I also have some external links to other blogs such as UBC IELTS Essentials site, British Council , the IELTS Blog and the DCIELTS blog which are all definitely worth visiting.
To purchase any IELTS textbooks and reference books, check out Glass Book Store at 9553 76 Ave NW, Edmonton, or Alhambra Books at 10115 - 81 Avenue. You may also just order these books online at Amazon (search under IELTS books 2023). Before paying a few hundred dollars for books and such, stop at the public libraries
The IELTS test has not significantly changed since 2001, so buying or signing out books displaying the most recent exams is unnecessary. If unfamiliar with the IELTS exam, I would recommend visiting the IELTS exam page for study strategies, skills, topics, and current exams. As well as supplying links to free reading and listening practice, I have also added free mock exams in speaking and writing. Through e-mail, I will, for free, evaluate your performance. I have also added some external links to other blogs, such as UBC IELTS Essentials, British Council, the IELTS Blog, and the DC IELTS blog, which are all worth visiting.
Taking Group Classes
If one goes to the public library site under ELL resources, you can see a list of ELL providers and some of these institutions also provide IELTS group classes. but you may find it more time efficient to get a home tutor. Language schools offer programs at their own schedule convenience but it is always good to get as much instruction as you can, given your time and resource constraints.
Test Taking
There are 4 testing centers in Edmonton so check out locations in our Edmonton page or look through the booking site at the official IELTS . The IDP and British Council test at several locations. As far as I know, the other organizations are Canada College and Saskatchawen Polytechnic in Edmonton You can check the locations and dates available. It is important to note that registration books up quickly so make sure that you book early, but be careful because IELTS centers all have fairly strict cancellation policies usually 5 weeks prefer the test in order to obtain a refund. If you cannot get a booking in Edmonton, you can try to find other locations. The closest city with testing centers outside of Edmonton is in Calgary.