Explore every episode of the podcast The Official CELPIP Podcast
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| #25 Common Questions About the CELPIP Test | 05 Apr 2022 | 00:22:02 | |
In today’s episode, we invite Adam and Amandeep, two members of our customer service team to talk about some of the most common (and strangest) questions they are asked by test takers. Show Notes Free CELPIP Practice Tests https://secure.paragontesting.ca/InstructionalProducts/FreeOnlineSampleTest/FOST https://www.celpip.ca/prepare-for-celpip/prep-programs/ Youtube CELPIP Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsSYTLCLK0K2kq6hFSX476A Your feedback is important to us. Please take a few minutes to fill out our survey. | |||
| #24 10 Speaking Tips | 30 Mar 2022 | 00:33:31 | |
In this week's episode, we invite Meaghan, our in-house CELPIP expert to share her top 10 speaking tips! Tune in as she goes over some of her top tips for test day, and how to improve your speaking skills to score higher on the CELPIP Test! Show Notes: Recordings on YouTube channel: CELPIP YouTube Speaking Episodes Free CELPIP Practice Tests https://secure.paragontesting.ca/InstructionalProducts/FreeOnlineSampleTest/FOST https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsSYTLCLK0K2kq6hFSX476A Your feedback is important to us. Please take a few minutes to fill out our survey. | |||
| #15 Fun Ways to Build Your English Proficiency (Movies) | 02 Nov 2021 | 00:29:54 | |
In today's episode, we invite our in-house staff to share their movie recommendations to help build your English proficiency! Join us, along with Brandi, Simon, and Barry as they share some of their favourite movies and how they can help you prepare for the CELPIP Test! Free CELPIP Practice Tests https://secure.paragontesting.ca/InstructionalProducts/FreeOnlineSampleTest/FOST https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsSYTLCLK0K2kq6hFSX476A Your feedback is important to us. Please take a few minutes to fill out our survey. | |||
| #14 Fun Ways to Build Your English Proficiency (TV) | 26 Oct 2021 | 00:35:36 | |
In today's episode, we invite our in-house staff to share their TV show recommendations to help build your English proficiency! Join us, along with Neil, Meaghan, and Clarissa as they share their favorite TV shows and how they can help you prepare for the CELPIP Test! Free CELPIP Practice Tests https://secure.paragontesting.ca/InstructionalProducts/FreeOnlineSampleTest/FOST https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsSYTLCLK0K2kq6hFSX476A Your feedback is important to us. Please take a few minutes to fill out our survey. | |||
| #13 A Guide To Using Study Groups | 19 Oct 2021 | 00:16:55 | |
In today's episode, we invite Clarissa, one of our interns, to share her tips on using study groups effectively. Follow along to learn how you could find a study group or create one of your own! Free CELPIP Practice Tests https://secure.paragontesting.ca/InstructionalProducts/FreeOnlineSampleTest/FOST Your feedback is important to us. Please take a few minutes to fill out our survey. | |||
| #12 Fun Ways to Build Your English Proficiency (Books) | 12 Oct 2021 | 00:37:50 | |
In today's episode, we invite our in-house staff to share their book recommendations to help build your English proficiency! Join us, along with Nathan, Brandi, and Meaghan as they share their favorite books and tips to prepare for the CELPIP Test! Free CELPIP Practice Tests https://secure.paragontesting.ca/InstructionalProducts/FreeOnlineSampleTest/FOST https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsSYTLCLK0K2kq6hFSX476A Your feedback is important to us. Please take a few minutes to fill out our survey. | |||
| #11 Interview with a Former Writing Rater | 05 Oct 2021 | 00:24:55 | |
In today’s episode, we invite Meaghan, our in-house CELPIP expert, to talk about the rating process for the Writing section of the test. Meaghan was a former Writing Rater for the CELPIP Test and now works as a Content Developer/Online Instructor. She delivers many of our free monthly webinars.
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| #10 A Dramatic Approach to Performing at Your Best on the Speaking Test | 28 Sep 2021 | 00:15:21 | |
In today's episode, we explore a variety of techniques to improve your performance on the Speaking Test with Simon Best, our in-house staff from the Instructional Products and Programs team! Simon draws on his extensive background in theatre and acting in addition to all of his experience as a language teacher in order to bring you this unique approach to doing your best on the Speaking Test! Free CELPIP Practice Tests https://secure.paragontesting.ca/InstructionalProducts/FreeOnlineSampleTest/FOST Handout(s) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsSYTLCLK0K2kq6hFSX476A Your feedback is important to us. Please take a few minutes to fill out our survey. | |||
| #9 Don't Worry! | 21 Sep 2021 | 00:23:02 | |
In today's episode, we discuss test components and features that test-takers don’t need to worry about with Nathan, our in-house staff from the Instructional Products and Programs team! Free CELPIP Practice Tests https://secure.paragontesting.ca/InstructionalProducts/FreeOnlineSampleTest/FOST
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| #8 Workplace Communication | 14 Sep 2021 | 00:22:45 | |
Communication in the workplace is crucial in creating a good working environment and to increase productivity. In today's episode, we revisit a popular CELPIP Live episode featuring Linda Davey-Longstreet, an intake counsellor from Skills for Change. Youtube CELPIP Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsSYTLCLK0K2kq6hFSX476A | |||
| #7 Canadian Expressions | 07 Sep 2021 | 00:21:03 | |
In today's episode, we explore some common Canadian expressions! Follow along as we guess the meaning of them with Aswathi, Neil, Michelle, and Luke, our in-house staff! Show Notes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8XbXHaXrqhE&t=156s&ab_channel=CELPIPTest Youtube CELPIP Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsSYTLCLK0K2kq6hFSX476A | |||
| #6 Time Management | 31 Aug 2021 | 00:22:30 | |
In today's episode, we talk about time management and preparing for the CELPIP Test with Brandi and Meaghan, our resident CELPIP Experts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FKrmwz7yifM&t=1354s&ab_channel=CELPIPTest https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsSYTLCLK0K2kq6hFSX476A | |||
| #23 Tips for the Reading Test | 22 Mar 2022 | 00:18:12 | |
In this week's episode, we invite Brandi, our in-house CELPIP expert to share her top reading tips! Tune in as she goes over some of her top tips for test day, and how to improve your reading skills to score higher on the CELPIP Test! Show Notes: Recordings on YouTube channel: CELPIP YouTube Reading Episodes Free CELPIP Practice Tests https://secure.paragontesting.ca/InstructionalProducts/FreeOnlineSampleTest/FOST https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsSYTLCLK0K2kq6hFSX476A Your feedback is important to us. Please take a few minutes to fill out our survey. | |||
| #5 Understanding Common English Mistakes | 28 Jul 2021 | 00:24:44 | |
In today's episode, we discuss common English mistakes with Ian and Luke, former ESL teachers, and Brandi, our CELPIP Expert. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0p3FA4E7_A&t=1083s Youtube CELPIP Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsSYTLCLK0K2kq6hFSX476A Your feedback is important to us. Please take a few minutes to fill out our survey. | |||
| #4 Advice for Newcomers Looking for a Job | 23 Jul 2021 | 00:17:19 | |
In today's episode, Jose Duarte, a career developer, will be sharing his tips on finding a job as a newcomer to Canada. https://youtu.be/xE5r7F9rX-0?t=93 Youtube CELPIP Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsSYTLCLK0K2kq6hFSX476A Your feedback is important to us. Please take a few minutes to fill out our survey. | |||
| #3 Free Study Resources for the CELPIP Test | 15 Jul 2021 | 00:13:47 | |
Are you preparing for the CELPIP Test and not sure where to find study resources? In today’s episode, our experts share information on the free study resources available for the CELPIP Test! Show Notes Free Practice Tests CELPIP - General https://secure.paragontesting.ca/InstructionalProducts/FreeOnlineSampleTest/FOST
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https://www.celpip.ca/prepare-for-celpip/free-resources/
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| #2 Busting CELPIP Myths | 23 Apr 2021 | 00:24:04 | |
There are often misconceptions and myths surrounding the CELPIP Test. In today’s episode, hear directly from our experts who address common misconceptions about the CELPIP Test on topics like test scores, rater bias, and re-evaluations! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NcURsTu-UuQ&t=1416s Webinars https://www.celpip.ca/prepare-for-celpip/webinars-workshops/ CELPIP Prep Programs https://www.celpip.ca/prepare-for-celpip/prep-programs/ | |||
| #1 Learn How Vitor Scored Level 9 on the CELPIP Test | 23 Apr 2021 | 00:17:45 | |
Scoring a 9 on the CELPIP Test is a goal for many of our test takers. In today’s episode, hear from a test taker who shares his CELPIP experience, including how he prepared and achieved his goal score! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WAoUK_NN0Bk&t=875s Webinars https://www.celpip.ca/prepare-for-celpip/webinars-workshops/ CELPIP Prep Programs https://www.celpip.ca/prepare-for-celpip/prep-programs/ | |||
| The Official CELPIP Podcast - Welcome! | 22 Apr 2021 | 00:01:28 | |
The journey to immigrate to Canada can be a challenge, but we are here to help! With the Official CELPIP Podcast, learn how to increase your English language skills, and get helpful preparation tips and strategies directly from our testing experts. Join us as we give you the English language tools you need, and get you another step closer to completing your journey! | |||
| #22 Tips for Improving Listening Skills – Test Day | 15 Mar 2022 | 00:23:25 | |
In this week's episode, we invite Meaghan, our in-house CELPIP expert to share her top listening tips for test day! Tune in as she goes over some of her top tips for test day, and how to improve your listening skills to score higher on the CELPIP Test! Show Notes: Recordings on YouTube channel: CELPIP Live Listening Episodes: CELPIP Accelerate Listening & Speaking https://secure.paragontesting.ca/InstructionalProducts/FreeOnlineSampleTest/FOST https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsSYTLCLK0K2kq6hFSX476A Your feedback is important to us. Please take a few minutes to fill out our survey. | |||
| #21 Tips for improving listening skills | 09 Mar 2022 | 00:28:52 | |
In this week's episode, we invite Meaghan, our in-house CELPIP expert to share her top listening tips for the CELPIP Test! Tune in as she goes over some common grammar mistakes that test takers often make, and how to improve your listening skills to score higher on the CELPIP Test! Show Notes: Recordings on YouTube channel: CELPIP Live Listening Episodes: CELPIP Accelerate Listening & Speaking https://secure.paragontesting.ca/InstructionalProducts/FreeOnlineSampleTest/FOST https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsSYTLCLK0K2kq6hFSX476A Your feedback is important to us. Please take a few minutes to fill out our survey. | |||
| #20 Top 7 Writing Tips for the CELPIP Test | 07 Dec 2021 | 00:23:11 | |
In this week's episode, we invite Brandi, our in-house CELPIP expert to share her top writing tips for the CELPIP Test! Tune in as she goes over some common grammar mistakes that test takers often make, and how to improve your writing skills to score higher on the CELPIP Test! Show Notes: Recordings on YouTube channel: CELPIP Live Writing Episodes: Improving Content with Specific Details Response Analysis: Writing Levels 8 and 9 CELPIP Accelerate Reading & Writing https://secure.paragontesting.ca/InstructionalProducts/FreeOnlineSampleTest/FOST https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsSYTLCLK0K2kq6hFSX476A Your feedback is important to us. Please take a few minutes to fill out our survey. | |||
| #19 Tips for Learning New Vocabulary | 30 Nov 2021 | 00:22:27 | |
In today's episode, we invite Meaghan, our in-house CELPIP expert, to share her tips for learning new vocabulary! Meaghan was a former Writing Rater for the CELPIP Test and now works as a Content Developer/Online Instructor. She delivers many of our free monthly webinars. Tune in as Meaghan shares some helpful tips on preparing for the CELPIP Test! Vocabulary Skills (Workbook available via Chapters) Using Vocabulary on the CELPIP Test (Video) CBC.ca (Canadian Broadcasting Corporation – a great place to become familiar with Canadian culture and build your language skills!)
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| #18 Building Vocabulary and Cultural Knowledge through Trivia | 23 Nov 2021 | 00:27:18 | |
Learning English can be fun and exciting and doesn't have to be a chore. In today's episode, we revisit a popular CELPIP Live episode where our in-house staff, Neil and Ian, have a trivia face-off about three Canadian provinces: Alberta, British Columbia, and Ontario. Tune in as we learn more facts about Canada and how trivia can help you prepare for the CELPIP Test! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wDt-nPE_P6Y Webinars https://www.celpip.ca/prepare-for-celpip/webinars-workshops/ CELPIP Prep Programs https://www.celpip.ca/prepare-for-celpip/prep-programs/ | |||
| #17 Fun Ways to Build Your English Proficiency (Board Games) | 16 Nov 2021 | 00:31:54 | |
In today's episode, we invite more of our in-house staff to share their board game recommendations to help build your English proficiency! Join us, along with Kim-Sa, Brandi and Aswathi as they share their board game recommendations, from classic games such as Catan to drawing games like Telestration and how they can help improve your English language skills! Free CELPIP Practice Tests https://secure.paragontesting.ca/InstructionalProducts/FreeOnlineSampleTest/FOST https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsSYTLCLK0K2kq6hFSX476A Your feedback is important to us. Please take a few minutes to fill out our survey. | |||
| #16 Fun Ways to Build Your English Proficiency (Video Games) | 09 Nov 2021 | 00:43:53 | |
In today's episode, we invite our in-house staff to share their video game recommendations to help build your English proficiency! Join us, along with Simon, Patrick and Nathan as they share some of their favourite video games, ranging from role-playing to sports games and how they can help improve your English language skills! Free CELPIP Practice Tests https://secure.paragontesting.ca/InstructionalProducts/FreeOnlineSampleTest/FOST https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsSYTLCLK0K2kq6hFSX476A Your feedback is important to us. Please take a few minutes to fill out our survey. | |||