IELTS — Part 3 discussion: Changing How People Learn
About this practice test
Develop C1 English speaking for IELTS Part 3 through discussion of learning methods, expertise and the social effects of new technology.
What you’ll practice
Speaking naturally
Answer familiar questions in your own words.
Developing your ideas
Give a reason or example to support your answer.
Listening back
Record an answer and notice what you can improve.
What to expect:
4 spoken questions from Emma, your practice examiner. Follow the task and record each answer for up to 1 minute. Practising is free. Sign in and choose feedback for 25 coins. This practice does not give an IELTS band score.
The 5-minute practice timer includes preparation, answers and an allowance for question audio. It starts when you start the practice.
Study the questions and tasks
Work through the material below, or start the interactive practice above to complete an attempt. Use the task instructions and the guidance at the end of the page to review your own response.
- Practice level
- C1. Try this level if you can follow the instructions and understand most of the language; choose an earlier level if you need more support.
- Question formats
- Speaking response
How to approach this practice
Read the question or cue card and think of a relevant experience or opinion. Use short notes rather than memorising a script.
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Question 1 · Speaking response
Answer aloud in your own words. Develop your ideas with a reason or example.
How has access to information changed what people need to learn?
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Question 2 · Speaking response
Answer aloud in your own words. Develop your ideas with a reason or example.
What are the advantages of learning directly from an experienced person?
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Question 3 · Speaking response
Answer aloud in your own words. Develop your ideas with a reason or example.
Should schools place more emphasis on independent judgement than on remembering facts?
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Question 4 · Speaking response
Answer aloud in your own words. Develop your ideas with a reason or example.
How might the relationship between teachers and learners change in the future?
What to review next
Listen back to your recording. Check that you answered the question, developed your ideas and spoke clearly. Record a second response after reviewing any feedback you choose to request.
A focused practice result shows how you did on these tasks. Use several activities across skills to decide what to study next; one practice score does not certify an overall CEFR level.