Who Grades Your Computer IELTS Exams? - IELTS Energy Podcast 1143

The video discusses the computer-based IELTS exam, highlighting its availability and advantages over the paper version. It explains the grading process, emphasizing that listening and reading are graded by computer, while writing is assessed by remote examiners. The video also covers the listening test's audio control features and the review function, advising students on effective test strategies.

Why is the computer-based IELTS exam often recommended over the paper version?

• It is more comfortable due to computer literacy.

• It is easier and has different content.

• It is cheaper than the paper version.

• It has a shorter duration.

Who is responsible for grading the listening and reading sections of the computer-based IELTS exam?

• Remote examiners

• The computer system

• British Council staff

• Cambridge University

How are the writing sections of the computer-based IELTS exam graded?

• By the same examiner who conducts the speaking test

• By the test center staff

• By remote examiners who are trained and qualified

• By a computer algorithm

What control do candidates have over the listening test audio in the computer-based IELTS exam?

• They have no control over the audio.

• They can adjust the volume and start the audio.

• They can only stop the audio.

• They can start and stop the audio at will.

What is a major advantage of the computer-based IELTS listening test compared to the paper version?

• Candidates have unlimited time.

• Candidates can choose the test questions.

• Candidates can control the audio volume.

• Candidates can skip sections.

How can candidates review questions they are unsure of in the computer-based IELTS exam?

• By writing notes on paper

• By using a review function that highlights questions

• By asking the examiner for help

• By skipping the questions

What is a common mistake candidates make during the IELTS exam?

• Arriving late to the test center

• Not bringing a pen

• Second-guessing their answers

• Not reading the questions