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IELTS and Admissions Logistics
Paper vs. electronic results delivery, the new computer-
delivered test, and much more…
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IDP and IELTS Computer-delivered
IELTS
Paper vs. electronic
score delivery
Security
Aims of today’s presentation
RO support
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Staff Support Student Support Take-Aways
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• Co-owner of IELTS
• Global leader in international education services
• Connect students with the right program, institution, and
country
• Operating for 50 years
• Offices in 30+ countries
• 11 English language teaching campuses in South East Asia
IDP Education
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Brief overview of the
IELTS test
Introduction to
computer-delivered
IELTS
Learn about
IELTS security
systems
Review IELTS global
recognition potential
What is IELTS?
International English Language Testing System
Four language skills
(Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking)
Recognized by 10,000+
organizations for study, work and
immigration
Designed to assess the English language skill of
people who intend to study or work where English is the
language of communication
Jointly owned by IDP:IELTS Australia, British Council
and Cambridge Assessment English
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What is IELTS?
IELTS is the International
English Language Testing System
A test of all four language skills
(Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking)
A test of international
English
Designed to assess the English language skill of
people who intend to study or work where English is the
language of communication
Jointly owned by IDP: IELTS Australia, British Council
and Cambridge Assessment English
Most trustedhigh-stakes test in the world
Face-to-face speaking test
Scalable to meet demand
Biometric security and integrity features
Trusted and accepted by governments
around the world for migration purposes including
Computer or paper
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Academic
Listening
30 minutes | 4 sections | 40 questions
Reading
60 minutes | 3 sections | 40 questions
Writing
60 minutes | 2 tasks
Speaking
11 - 14 minutes | 3 parts
General Training
Listening
30 minutes | 4 sections | 40 questions
Reading
60 minutes | 3 sections | 40 questions
Writing
60 minutes | 2 tasks
Speaking
11 - 14 minutes | 3 parts
Total test time:
2 hours 44 minutes + speaking
TestFormat
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Different content: Writing and Reading
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TheIELTS 9-Band Scale
0Did not attempt the test
No assessable information provided.
Non user
Essentially has no ability to use the language beyond possibly a few isolated words.
Intermittent user
No real communication is possible except for the most basic information using isolated words or
short formulae in familiar situations and to meet immediate needs. Has great difficulty understanding
spoken and written English.
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2
Extremely limited user
Conveys and understands only general meaning in very familiar situations. Frequent breakdowns in
communication occur.3
Limited user
Basic competence is limited to familiar situations. Has frequent problems in understanding and
expression. Is not able to use complex language.4
5Modest user
Has partial command of the language, coping with overall meaning in most situations, though is
likely to make many mistakes. Should be able to handle basic communication in own field.
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Competent user
Has generally effective command of the language despite some inaccuracies, inappropriacies and
misunderstandings. Can use and understand fairly complex language, particularly in familiar situations.
Good user
Has operational command of the language, though with occasional inaccuracies, inappropriacies, and
misunderstandings in some situations. Generally handles complex language well and understands
detailed reasoning.
Very good user
Has fully operational command of the language with only occasional unsystematic inaccuracies and inappropriacies.
Misunderstandings may occur in unfamiliar situations. Handles complex detailed argumentation well.
Expert user
Has fully operational command of the language: appropriate, accurate and
fluent with complete understanding.
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IELTS Security
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Prior to test day• Question preparation
• Unique test versions
• Secure print / dispatch / inventory
• CD download
• Staff training on fraud / imposters
Test day• Test day registration
• Secure storage of belongings
• Biometric identification & identity
authentication management
• Strict test conditions w/ prescribed
processes
• Candidate spacing
Security
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Post-test• Test-result screening
• Audit
• Close work with immigration &
law enforcement
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SecurityPost Test Day
Marking (scoring) and results productionGlobal marking policy and quality control systems
Results productionTest Report Form (TRF) generation
Verification of resultsOnline and follow up verification services
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Random allocation of tests
CCTV
Additional computer-delivered security features
Screen protectors
Multiple test versions in the room
No access to the internet / other programs
Dedicated IELTS computers
USB ports covered
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Computer-delivered IELTS
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Over the past 28 years IELTS has grown to be the world’s
leading high-stakes test for study work and migration
Introducing computer-delivered IELTS
Adapted to changing environments, customer expectations and
industry developments
UKVI requirements led to a computer-delivered version of IELTS
in 20 countries
Technology now proven, robust and scalable: computer-
delivered IELTS now more broadly available
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Increased frequency
(Up to 3x/day, 7 days/week)
Reading, Listening and Writing
components completed on
computer
Test results available in 5-7 business days
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Hybrid marking system – Reading and
Listening auto-marked. Speaking and Writing
marked by examiners
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speaking test:
• face-to-face
• locations
• often same-day
test construction:
• 4-skills
• timing
• questions
band scores:
• IELTS 0-9
Test Report Form (TRF):
• Identical format & reporting
• No indication of CD or PB
Not changing
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Greater
availability
Flexibility and
choice
Faster results
turnaround
5-7 days
Same high
security
More efficient
processes
The computer-delivered test experience
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The computer lab
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Paper vs. Electronic: Options for
Score Delivery
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POSTAL RECOGNIZING ORGANIZATIONS
___________________Original copies of paper results via
mail or secure courier.
IELTS Online Verification (OV) Service to verify copies of
candidates’ Test Report Forms (TRF) with the central IELTS database
SUBSCRIBING TO ELECTRONIC DOWNLOAD (STED) ROs
__________________________Paperless, electronic results delivery
Online verification no longer required
Recognizing Organizations (ROs): Options for Score Delivery
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Subscribing to Electronic
Download (STED) RO
Options for Score Delivery: Features and Benefits
Features and Benefits
Receive secure and genuine IELTS results
Access to support for result-related issues
Online IELTS results verification
No storage/admin requirements for
handling paper results
Time-saving bulk results downloads
Instant and secure access to genuine test
results
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Key reminders about IELTS results
• Released after 13 days (paper) / 5-7 days (computer)
• Scores available for 2 years
• New Cambridge system for electronic results delivery
to ROs rolling out in 2019
• Looking for ROs to opt out of paper
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New e-download service for ROs: platform improvements
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• Customizable download timeframes
• Customizable download templates
• Additional test-taker information
• Email notifications
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Support for Recognizing
Organizations
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Report suspected fraudulent results
Support for Recognizing Organizations
Locate missing results
Online results verification
Quarterly webinars
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+ Standards-Setting Workshops
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Missing e-Results Escalation
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• Candidates liaise first with centre
• ROs & Centres contact IELTS Regional Management Teams
• Under revision and open to feedback
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Monthly publication
Round up of new test locations, added capacity and upcoming test dates
Test preparation tools
Important language-testing news
Upcoming IELTS webinar schedule and registration links
IDP Stakeholder Updates
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Staff Support
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Training opportunities (online registration, IELTS policies and procedures)
Subscription to monthly stakeholder newsletter for important IELTS updates
Access to IELTS Guides (Scoring Guide, Guide for Teachers, Ensuring Quality and
Fairness and more)
Staff Support
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Support for Students
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Downloadable
Prep Materials
Practice tests and tutorials on computer-delivered
IELTS on-screen features
Academic & General Training
Downloadable practice tasks for Listening, Reading
and Writing
Video recordings of speaking interview samples
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delivered-ielts-tutorials-and-practice-tests/downloads/
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Once a week
Academic, General Training, and Hybrid versions
In-depth discussion on improving technique
Unlimited registration
Participation from comfort of home
Opportunity to ask questions
IELTS Masterclasses
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Helpful tips from IELTS experts
4+ new posts per month
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IELTS Prep Blog
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✓ Email subscription option
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Testimonials and Familiarization Videos
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Candidate Newsletter
Monthly publication
Updates on test availability, policies and procedures
Advice on test prep techniques and other test taker concerns
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Complimentary 25 practice hours
Activation link with registration
Choice of one skill area (L, R, W, S)
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IELTS Free 30-day Prep Kit
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Online Results Preview
Candidate checks unofficial results online
Not official IELTS result
Available up to 28 days after test
Originals picked up in person or mailed out
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Take-aways
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Take-aways
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• IELTS remains the largest and most-trusted high-
stakes test
• Electronic vs. paper results
• Computer-delivered: choice for candidates, no
admissions adjustments
• Support: ROs, staff, students
• International visits to IELTS centres
• Expansion of test-delivery sites
