Should You Do Research for IELTS Essays

The video discusses strategies for generating ideas for IELTS essays. It suggests conducting research if the exam is months away, using newspapers and Google News for up-to-date perspectives. However, if the exam is only weeks away, focus on practicing writing without research. For idea generation, rely on personal experiences and observations, supplemented by media like news, radio, and TV.

How often should students read articles from newspapers to gather ideas?

What should students do if they can't think of examples from their own experience?