{"id":7318,"date":"2022-07-01T05:13:59","date_gmt":"2022-07-01T05:13:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/unischolarz.com\/blog\/?p=7318"},"modified":"2024-12-09T10:30:17","modified_gmt":"2024-12-09T10:30:17","slug":"computer-based-ielts-or-paper-based-ielts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/computer-based-ielts-or-paper-based-ielts\/","title":{"rendered":"Computer-Based IELTS Or Paper-Based IELTS?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/computer-based-ielts-or-paper-based-ielts\/#Whats_The_Difference_Computer-Based_IELTS_Or_Paper-Based_IELTS\" >What\u2019s The Difference? | Computer-Based IELTS Or Paper-Based IELTS<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/computer-based-ielts-or-paper-based-ielts\/#Whats_Better_Computer-Based_IELTS_Or_Paper-Based_IELTS\" >What\u2019s Better? | Computer-Based IELTS Or Paper-Based IELTS<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/computer-based-ielts-or-paper-based-ielts\/#Pros_Of_Paper-Based_IELTS_IELTS_Paper_V_Computer\" >Pros Of Paper-Based IELTS | IELTS Paper V. Computer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/computer-based-ielts-or-paper-based-ielts\/#Cons_Of_Paper-Based_IELTS\" >Cons Of Paper-Based IELTS<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/computer-based-ielts-or-paper-based-ielts\/#Pros_Of_Computer-Based_IELTS_Computer-Based_IELTS_Or_Paper-Based_IELTS\" >Pros Of Computer-Based IELTS | Computer-Based IELTS Or Paper-Based IELTS<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/computer-based-ielts-or-paper-based-ielts\/#Cons_Of_Computer-Based_IELTS_Computer-Based_IELTS_Or_Paper-Based_IELTS\" >Cons Of Computer-Based IELTS | Computer-Based IELTS Or Paper-Based IELTS<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IELTS is one of the most important steps to students getting a chance to realise their dreams of higher education abroad. The International English Language Testing System which was first introduced in Australia has become a staple to get into a higher education institution in several parts of the world. While there is a trove of articles advising students on how to better prepare and score well on the exam that tests their proficiency in the English language, there are a meagre few that guide students on whether to opt for <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">computer-based IELTS or paper-based IELTS<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Let us weigh the pros and cons for each and help students make the right choice for themselves.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_The_Difference_Computer-Based_IELTS_Or_Paper-Based_IELTS\"><\/span><b>What\u2019s The Difference? | <\/b><b>Computer-Based IELTS Or Paper-Based IELTS<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The IELTS exam has four sections which test the candidate on their proficiency in the English language. The sections are Reading, Listening, Writing and Speaking. In the paper-based IELTS format, the candidate has to answer the reading, listening and writing sections on the examination paper itself. The speaking section is conducted through a face-to-face interview with an IELTS examiner.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the computer-based examination, the reading, listening and writing sections are conducted on a computer whereas the speaking section is conducted in the same way as in the paper-based format with a face-to-face interview with an examiner.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The examination centres for each mode of examination vary considerably too. The paper-based examination is usually conducted at educational institutions and sometimes even in hotels in halls with a high student capacity. Whereas the computer-based <a href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/exams\/ielts\">IELTS exam<\/a> takes place in smaller rooms keeping in mind the comfort of the candidates. These rooms come equipped with top-rate facilities designed to eliminate any distractions and disturbances while taking the exam.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_Better_Computer-Based_IELTS_Or_Paper-Based_IELTS\"><\/span><b>What\u2019s Better? | <\/b><b>Computer-Based IELTS Or Paper-Based IELTS<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like anything, there are pros and cons to each examination method with students always plagued with only one question &#8211; <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">computer-based IELTS or paper-based IELTS<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Below discussed are the pros and cons of both modes of the examination to help you make the best choice for yourself.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros_Of_Paper-Based_IELTS_IELTS_Paper_V_Computer\"><\/span><b>Pros Of Paper-Based IELTS | <\/b><b>IELTS Paper V. Computer<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many students are comfortable with the paper-writing pattern of an examination mostly due to the fact that they have been subjected to it since the start of their school life. This helps them be in their comfort zone while taking the exam.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quite a few students are not very comfortable with writing exams on the computer. The paper-based model is perfect for them as they do not have to get accustomed to the computer pattern and it saves them a lot of time and hassle too.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another advantage of the paper-based exam is that at the end of the listening section, the candidate gets an extra 10 minutes to note down their answers on the answer sheet. These extra ten minutes are a great help to students taking the exam.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cons_Of_Paper-Based_IELTS\"><\/span><b>Cons Of Paper-Based IELTS<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To elaborate on our discussion of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">computer-based IELTS or paper-based IELTS<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, let us discuss the cons of the paper-based mode.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For starters, the examination centre for the paper-based pattern is always crowded with students which can sometimes lead to loss of concentration.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of the advantages available in the computer-based pattern such as tracking progress, answers, highlighting etc. are not available.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The paper-based exam is more rigid in its structure and not flexible in many cases.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros_Of_Computer-Based_IELTS_Computer-Based_IELTS_Or_Paper-Based_IELTS\"><\/span><b>Pros Of Computer-Based IELTS | <\/b><b>Computer-Based IELTS Or Paper-Based IELTS<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smaller rooms in examination centres for the computer-based exam do not lead to a lack of concentration due to minimal disturbances.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The word count in the writing section can be seen on the screen so the candidate does not have to count the words like in the writing exam.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is a much lesser wait time for results to be obtained for the computer-based exam with results made available to the candidate in just five to seven days.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike the paper pattern, candidates can review and edit their answers which helps save time without having to go back and recheck their answers.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Individual headphones are provided for the Listening section which helps with clearer audio and better concentration.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cons_Of_Computer-Based_IELTS_Computer-Based_IELTS_Or_Paper-Based_IELTS\"><\/span><b>Cons Of Computer-Based IELTS | <\/b><b>Computer-Based IELTS Or Paper-Based IELTS<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The three-hour-long exam can get a bit tedious with so many hours spent behind a computer screen.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike in the paper-based pattern, extra 10 minutes after the listening section are not awarded to the candidate to transfer their answers to the answering sheet.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simultaneously listening and typing might not be everyone\u2019s strong suit and tends to get a bit cumbersome for candidates who are not used to the same.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Basic computer knowledge is required for this examination pattern and candidates who are not familiar with the workings of the computer may struggle with this mode.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><i>If you found this article on \u201cComputer-Based IELTS Or Paper-Based IELTS?\u201d informative, make sure to check out our other blogs listed below:<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/ielts-listening-tips-and-tricks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>IELTS Listening Tips and Tricks<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/what-is-six-sigma-certification\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>What Is Six Sigma Certification?<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/unischolars.com\/blog\/ethical-hacking-tools\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Best Ethical Hacking Tools<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>IELTS is one of the most important steps to students getting a chance to realise their dreams of higher education abroad. 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