His 6.5 blocked him going to Canada
Summary
Host Ben Worthington interviews Rohan from India, who achieved high IELTS scores to immigrate to Canada. Rohan discusses overcoming a writing plateau by using the podcast’s video essay corrections to improve cohesion and grammar. He shares how work experience aided his listening skills and advises students to seek professional feedback before retaking the exam.
Topics discussed
Introduction and Rohan's background
The value of video essay corrections
Identifying specific writing weaknesses
Strategies for improving article usage
Comparing IELTS Podcast to other services
Listening and Reading scores and preparation
Work experience with accents and phone communication
Speaking score and the struggle with Writing
Motivation from athletes and small margins
Advice for students on the fence
Future plans for immigration to Canada
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