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T he IELTS Writing test is scored using a specific set of criteria known as the IELTS Writing Band Descriptors. These descriptors outline the different levels of performance across four key areas: Task Achievement, Coherence and Cohesion, Lexical Resource, and Grammatical Range and Accuracy. Each of these areas is assessed on a scale of 0 to 9, and the scores are then averaged to calculate the final Writing band score.
Let’s take a closer look at the four criteria:
1. Task Achievement: This criterion evaluates how well you address the task requirements and whether you present relevant ideas and support them appropriately. It considers factors like the completeness of the response, the organization and development of ideas, and the ability to maintain a clear position throughout the essay.
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2. Coherence and Cohesion: This criterion assesses the overall clarity and logical progression of your writing. It looks at the coherence of your ideas, the use of paragraphing, and the linking of sentences and ideas to create a cohesive and well-structured essay.
3. Lexical Resource: This criterion examines your vocabulary range and accuracy. It considers the variety and appropriateness of your word choices, as well as your ability to use collocations, idiomatic expressions, and lexical phrases effectively.
4. Grammatical Range and Accuracy: This criterion focuses on your grammatical control and accuracy. It looks at your ability to use a range of grammatical structures accurately, demonstrate sentence variety, and avoid major grammatical errors.
Start writing, no matter what. The water does not flow until the faucet is turned on.
Louis L’Amour
Each of these criteria is assessed independently by trained IELTS examiners, who assign a score from 0 to 9 for each area. The scores for the four criteria are then averaged to calculate your overall Writing band score, which ranges from 0 to 9. The score you receive reflects your level of English proficiency in the Writing section of the IELTS exam.
It’s important to note that the band descriptors provide a detailed breakdown of what is expected at each level, so it can be helpful to review them to understand the specific criteria that examiners use to assess your writing.
