Events

IELTS Train the Trainer Workshop Boosts Language Assessment Skills

29-May-2025

The Department of Languages, School of Liberal Arts and Sciences, successfully conducted a comprehensive IELTS Train the Trainer (TTT) Workshop on May 29, 2025. The event aimed at strengthening the university's capacity for international English language assessment training. The workshop was organised in partnership with IDP IELTS, co-owners of the International English Language Testing System. The key resource people were Ms. Sathi Chakraborty and Mr. Abhishek M. Swamy, IDP IELTS.



The session offered a comprehensive overview of the IELTS test format and scoring, with a focus on the speaking and writing components. It highlighted practical strategies for teaching all four language skills and provided participants with a resource toolkit for effective IELTS preparation. The workshop also included interactive sessions such as group activities, peer reviews, and mock teaching sessions to enhance hands-on learning.



The session was highly regarded for its practical relevance and actionable content. Participants praised the hands-on approach and the immediate applicability of the training materials and techniques presented.