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TOEFL vs IELTS: which is the easier English test for you?
Understand the differences between the TOEFL vs IELTS test and which is the best choice for you!

Active Listening and Note-Taking Skills You Need for IELTS
Taking the IELTS Listening test? Learn how active listening and smart note-taking skills can boost your time management and the accuracy of your answers.

IELTS Listening: active vs passive learning
IELTS Listening: active learning vs passive learning

Overcoming the fear of English conversations
Discover tips to overcome English speaking fears, boost your conversational skills, and practise for the IELTS Speaking test with IDP's resources.

How IELTS and IDP help students achieve their dreams of studying abroad
Learn how IELTS and IDP have helped students study abroad. Read our test-taker reviews and get expert tips for achieving top results.

IELTS Academic or General Training: which one's for you?
Navigate your IELTS journey with confidence and explore the differences between Academic and General Training tests. Learn how IDP can be of help.

IELTS and New Zealand visas: key work and student visa changes
Planning to study or work in New Zealand? IELTS can strengthen your application. Stay informed about IELTS requirements & new visa rules.

How do I know if I am ready for IELTS?
Prepare for the IELTS test with confidence! Learn how to prepare effectively and discover key signs that indicate your readiness to excel in all test sections.

Why IELTS Speaking is difficult – how to ace it
Acing your IELTS speaking test isn’t tough, here’s a roadmap to guide you through the pitfalls and how to overcome them!

PTE vs IELTS for Canada PR - here’s which to take
Is IELTS a better choice vs PTE to migrate to Canada? Find out which language test to choose!
