The easy way to ielts writing academic Module

1) Task response
Reading the topic carefully, understanding the question(s), identifying the type of essay, addressing all parts of the
task thoroughly, presenting a position clearly, and developing well-supported and relevant ideas throughout the
essay will lead to a high band score for this category.
2) Coherence and cohesion
Coherence (fluency) and cohesion (unity) are essential aspects of any academic writing; they are also assessed
throughout the IELTS writing test.
Coherence (fluency)
is the overall structure and logical organization and paragraphing of the essay. Adhering to a
4-paragraph structure and the logical development of each paragraph will enhance the essay’s fluency.
Cohesion (unity)
is the natural flow and seamless connection of ideas among sentences and paragraphs. In
cohesive writings, ideas are logically and smoothly linked using 
cohesive devices
and 
referencing words
.

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However, overusing linking words will lower the band score as the writing will lose its natural flow and sound
mechanical. An alternative way to achieve coherence in writing is to 
avoid repetition
of structures and vocabulary.
These features are looked at more precisely in the following pages:
Cohesive devices
Linking words
Linking or transition words are extremely useful in IELTS writings as they help link ideas, sentences, and
paragraphs. However, understanding their precise meaning is crucial for ultimate accuracy. It is noteworthy that
overusing them or misusing them will make writings confusing and lower the band score. These words do not need
to be always placed at the beginning of sentences causing repetition in structures. However, if that is the case, they
are followed by a “
comma,
” and if they link two clauses to form a complex structure, they are usually put between
“
two commas
” or between “
a
semicolon and a comma
” based on punctuation rules. There is a list of the most
common linking words and phrases in the table below: