The document outlines the scoring criteria used to evaluate IELTS speaking tests in four areas: Fluency and Coherence (fluent speech without pauses or repeats that demonstrates topic knowledge), Lexical Resource (correct use of vocabulary, collocation, and paraphrasing with varied and less common words), Grammar Range and Accuracy (accurate sentence structure and flow with correct tense use), and Pronunciation (clear annotation and pronunciation that enables understanding throughout the test).
The document outlines the scoring criteria used to evaluate IELTS speaking tests in four areas: Fluency and Coherence (fluent speech without pauses or repeats that demonstrates topic knowledge), Lexical Resource (correct use of vocabulary, collocation, and paraphrasing with varied and less common words), Grammar Range and Accuracy (accurate sentence structure and flow with correct tense use), and Pronunciation (clear annotation and pronunciation that enables understanding throughout the test).
The document outlines the scoring criteria used to evaluate IELTS speaking tests in four areas: Fluency and Coherence (fluent speech without pauses or repeats that demonstrates topic knowledge), Lexical Resource (correct use of vocabulary, collocation, and paraphrasing with varied and less common words), Grammar Range and Accuracy (accurate sentence structure and flow with correct tense use), and Pronunciation (clear annotation and pronunciation that enables understanding throughout the test).
Listed below are the IELTS speaking scoring criteria on the basis of which
candidates are marked:
Fluency and Coherence (FC) 1. The ability to speak very fluently, without repeating, taking pauses, and having the know-how to self-correct. 2. Know the usage of the right words, vocabulary, and grammar. 3. Speak coherently with appropriate, strong, cohesive features. 4. Have a clear knowledge of the topic that is being asked to speak on. Lexical Resource (LR) 1. Make correct use of collocation. 2. Use a varied range of words. 3. Avoid making mistakes. 4. Know how to paraphrase words. 5. Use less common vocabulary. Grammar Range and Accuracy (GR) 1. Sentences should be well structured. 2. Word flow and sentence construction should be accurate. 3. Tenses should be used in the right manner. 4. Answers should be grammatically correct. Pronunciation (P) 1. Use annotation. 2. Correct pronunciation of a word. 3. Ability to be understood throughout the test.