One complete practice for this Speaking part, with two worked examples and a model for review.
Study the two worked examples, then complete the independent practice. Submit to review answers and explanations. Scores exclude the examples; Writing and Speaking use self-review rather than automatic band marking.
Original SUFAS teaching material. This is a focused sample exercise, not a full IELTS examination.
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Model answer: A teacher can notice what the learner misunderstands and adapt the explanation. For example, someone learning to cook may need to see how thick a sauce should be. Written instructions can be helpful, but they cannot respond to confusion in the same way.
Why: A general claim is explained, illustrated and qualified.
Model answer: Employers should normally pay for training required to do a job safely and effectively, because the business benefits directly. Optional courses are more complicated: costs might be shared if the qualification also improves an employee’s wider career prospects.
Why: The answer makes a distinction and explains the reason rather than presenting an absolute rule.
Discuss these broader questions. Develop and qualify your ideas with reasons and examples.
Adults may struggle because work and family responsibilities leave limited time, so short regular sessions can be more realistic than long courses.
Schools should teach useful practical skills, but this should be balanced with academic foundations. A budgeting lesson, for example, can apply mathematical knowledge.
Online learning offers flexibility and replay, while some skills still need hands-on feedback or specialist equipment.
Longer working lives may increase the need for retraining, so institutions could offer shorter courses at different ages.
Governments can support access through funding and public facilities, while employers and local organisations can provide opportunities relevant to their communities.
Why this works: These responses answer the prompts, develop relevant ideas and demonstrate a possible structure. Different ideas are acceptable. Speak naturally; a written model cannot demonstrate pronunciation or fluency.
Compare your work with the model and tick only points you achieved. This is a self-review checklist, not automatic marking or an IELTS band score.
Self-review score: 0 / 4