Study Notes

📘 IELTS & CELPIP Study Notes

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CLB 9–10+ Templates & Strategies
Listening • Reading • Writing • Speaking • Vocabulary

🎯 Stop saying "I think"

Use these Band 7–9 alternatives instead 👇
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Don't say:
I think online education is useful.
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Band 7-9 alternatives:
In my view, online education is effective because it offers flexibility.
It seems that online education benefits students with busy schedules.

✍️ IELTS & CELPIP Writing Examples

📝 Writing Task 2 (IELTS)

In my view, governments should invest more in public transportation to reduce traffic congestion.

📝 CELPIP Writing Task 2

It seems that remote work has improved work-life balance for many employees.
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Why these phrases work:
These phrases sound formal, clear, and examiner-friendly.

💡 When to Use Which?

In my view → Strong personal opinion
  • Perfect for opinion essays, surveys, and persuasive tasks
It seems (that) → Neutral, logical observation
  • Perfect for objective analysis and balanced arguments
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Perfect for:
  • Opinion essays
  • Survey questions
  • Persuasive tasks

⚠️ Band Booster Tip

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You don't need complex words.
✨ Clear structure + correct usage = higher band score
Focus on:
  • Clear organization
  • Proper grammar and sentence structure
  • Natural, examiner-friendly phrases
  • Well-developed ideas with examples

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