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How to set a realistic speaking goal
Choose a behaviour you control and a small measure of completion.
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Try it step by step
- Choose a behaviour you control rather than a vague level target.
- Specify when, how often and for how long you will practise.
- Review after a week and adjust the plan to your actual schedule.
Example to adapt
- After lunch on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, I will answer one prompt aloud for one minute.
Self-check
- Did I answer the actual question?
- Did I include a reason, detail or example where appropriate?
- What one thing will I try differently next time?
Practise your answer
Use the existing speaking practice tools, or type instead. This is practice feedback, not an IELTS band score.
up to 60 seconds practice.