Part 2

Band 5+: Describe a skill you learned from watching others rather than from formal training. You should say: What the skill was, Who you learned it from, How you practiced it, And explain why you chose to learn it this way.

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When I was a kid, I was watching YouTubers playing computer games, and I didn't have any computers. So I watched it again and again, same games. I watched it several times, and when I had a computer, you know, I was experienced. I watched and learned from them. When I had a computer, like I said, I knew what to do. When I was in the game, I could do skills like them. I could plan and strategize like them. And who I watched? I watched some popular Minecraft YouTubers. Those I remember are Takla King and Han Kanal. Those are Turkish names, by the way. And you know, they were playing the game. I was watching them. I was seeing how they die and how they win. So I was experienced because of them. And I think that's all I have to say. Thank you.

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When I was a kid I was watching YouTubers playing computer games and I didn’t have any computers. So I watched it again and again, same games. I watched it several times and when I had a computer you know I was experienced I watched and learned from them when I had a computer like I said I know what to do when I was in the game I can do skills like them I can plan and strategies like them and who I watched I watched some popular Minecraft YouTubers those are I remember are Takla King Han Kanal those are Turkish names by the way and you know they was playing the game I was watching them I was seeing how they die and how they win. So, I was experienced because of them. And I think that’s all I have to say. Thank you.

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Overall Band Score

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Vocabulary Complexity:
A1 - Beginner
Aim to use more advanced language.

Vocabulary Repetition:

them: 5

when: 4

watched: 4

computer: 3

like: 3

they: 3

watching: 2

youtubers: 2

playing: 2

games: 2

again: 2

experienced: 2

could: 2

those: 2

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Pronunciation

Your pronunciation is quite good. Working on consistency and tackling difficult sounds may enhance clarity.

Task Response

The answer addresses the topic by describing a skill (playing computer games) learned by watching others (YouTubers), and it includes some specific details about the YouTubers and the learning process. However, the response lacks depth and does not fully explain why the student preferred this method of learning over taking a class. To improve, expand on the reasons for preferring observational learning, such as the flexibility, the practical insights gained, or the lack of access to formal classes. Additionally, provide more specific examples of the strategies or skills learned and how they were applied in the game. This will make the response more comprehensive and fully meet the requirements of the topic.

Fluency & Coherence

The answer is somewhat coherent but lacks clear organization. The speaker repeats ideas ('I watched it again and again', 'I watched it several times', 'I watched and learned from them') and uses fillers ('you know') excessively. The response does not fully address all parts of the prompt, particularly the explanation of why this method was preferred. To improve, structure the answer with clear sections: introduce the skill, describe who you watched, explain the learning process, and then give a clear reason for preferring this method. Use cohesive devices like 'firstly', 'moreover', 'as a result' to link ideas.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary is basic and repetitive. Words like 'experienced', 'skills', 'strategies' are used but not elaborated. There is limited range and precision. To improve, use more specific and varied vocabulary, such as 'observational learning', 'game mechanics', 'tactical awareness', 'mimicry', 'intuitive understanding'. Also, avoid overusing 'you know' and 'like I said'. Expand on the skill with descriptive language. Boost vocabulary complexity to elevate the overall score.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The grammar is mostly simple and contains errors. For example, 'they was playing' should be 'they were playing', and 'I can do skills' should be 'I could do skills' (tense consistency). There is also a lack of complex structures. To improve, practice using past tenses consistently and incorporate a mix of simple, compound, and complex sentences. For instance, 'Although I didn't have a computer at first, I watched tutorials repeatedly, which allowed me to learn the game mechanics before I could actually play.'

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