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
. However,
overusing linking words will lower the band score as the writing will lose its

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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: