How can I generate GOOD ideas for my IELTS essay?

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One of the main problems that students face when they start IELTS Writing is generating ideas for IELTS essays. Today, Nick and I look at one way that you should definitely NOT use to find ideas, and then look at two simple approaches that you should. You can read more about today's episodes at: http://blog.myieltsclassroom.com/my-ielts-classro…for-ielts-essays/ ‎
In this episode, we will discuss

1. why relying on "model essays" for ideas is often a mistake
2. how you can use your life experience to come up with ideas
3. the top-down approach to idea generation
4. the bottom-up approach to idea generation
5. when it can be a good idea to search for ideas online

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