How to Write a Band 7+ IELTS Essay: The 4 Marking Criteria Explained
Most students fail to reach a Band 7 because they don't understand how the examiner actually marks their work. In this lesson (pulled directly from our Writing Masterclass), we break down the four essential pillars of a high-scoring IELTS Writing Task 2 essay.
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In this video, we cover:
Task Response: How to ensure you answer every part of the prompt.
Coherence & Cohesion: The secret to logical paragraphing and natural linking.
Lexical Resource: Moving beyond basic vocabulary for "Natural Sophistication."
Grammatical Range: Why accuracy matters more than complex structures.
Key Takeaway: You don’t need to use the most difficult words in the dictionary. You need to be clear, correct, and well-organized.