learning English The reason why I am practicing English is that I need to get band 7 score in IELTS exam ( which stands for international English language test system ). Only after I achieve 7 in that, then I can apply for the permanent visa in Australia. I have been learning English for more than 10 years, however my speaking and writing skills are not strong enough to get 7, which made me really frustrating. I knew this site from one of my friends, so I hope you guys could help me. My friends regard me as a good teacher and I speak native Mandarin and dialect of Shanghai. Be free to talk to me if you want to practice Mandarin.