People in select countries and territories around the world can now take the world’s most trusted English language test from the convenience of their homes. IELTS Online, suitable for those looking to demonstrate their English language ability for study purposes, is the same academic test that organizations around the world accept and trust.
Like the IELTS Academic tests taken in centers, whether on paper or computer, IELTS Online maintains the same timing, content, and structure but offers test-takers more choice on where they take the test.
The IELTS partners are dedicated to offering test takers choice in how and where they take their IELTS test, including for those who cannot attend a test center.
IELTS Online measures English-language proficiency in four key skills: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking. An accredited IELTS examiner conducts the Speaking test one-on-one, via a live video call.
This one-on-one live video setup for the Speaking test ensures a realistic and reliable measure of your English speaking skills. Just like an in-person IELTS test, the examiner will ask you questions on a range of familiar topics, and you can ask for clarification if necessary. It also helps to make the test less stressful, as you’re able to take the test from the comfort of your own home, or any location you find suitable. The key is to ensure you’re in a quiet and comfortable environment to focus on the test.
Like the computer and paper options of the test, IELTS Online maintains the focus on human conversation, empowering test takers to demonstrate their true ability to communicate with real people.
IELTS Online is currently running one session per week in select countries. Session frequency and locations will continue to increase over the coming months.
About IELTS Online
IELTS Online is the same as the IELTS Academic test. It has the same content and features as IELTS on paper and IELTS on computer taken in a test center.
IELTS Online, like its traditional versions, aims to assess your command of the English language. It divides into four components: listening, reading, writing, and speaking. The questions’ pattern, difficulty level, and scoring system stay the same, making sure we evaluate you on the same parameters as a candidate taking the test on paper or at a computer in a test center. This consistency ensures the test’s credibility and reliability, regardless of the mode in which you take it.
The main difference between IELTS Online and its traditional versions lies in the platform where you take the test. The online format lets you take the test from your own space, whether that’s your home or another quiet location of your choice. This convenience can make the test-taking experience less stressful and more comfortable. However, you need to ensure your chosen space is free from disturbances and provides a reliable internet connection to prevent any interruptions during the test. IELTS ultimate goal is to offer a more accessible and flexible option for test-takers.
IELTS Online works well for academic purposes, but it’s not currently accepted for migration.
Reassuringly secure
Multi-layered security protects IELTS Online before, during, and after the test. IELTS manages a combination of human and artificial intelligence (AI) invigilation during the test. This allows them to oversee the activity of test takers and perform identity checks.
During the test, a combination of human and artificial intelligence invigilators constantly monitor the test-taking environment. The AI invigilation uses advanced technology to track and identify any suspicious activities that may suggest malpractice, while the human invigilators provide an additional level of scrutiny. After the test, the security continues as the tests are reviewed and any anomalies are investigated thoroughly. This approach guarantees a high level of test integrity and fairness, giving all test takers an equal opportunity to perform their best under standardized conditions.
Same test of four skills delivered by humans for humans
In IELTS Online test the Listening, Reading and Writing questions are taken the same way as with IELTS on computer. The Speaking test will still be with a human examiner and happens via an online video call.
Receive IELTS Online results within 3-6 days
Test takers receive your results 3-6 days after taking IELTS Online. All tests are marked by trained IELTS examiners.
ِDate: 4 Aug 2022
Source: https://www.ielts.org/news/2022/ielts-online-is-now-available-in-select-countries-and-territories-around-the-world
