Level B1 (approx. band 4-5) · Academic and General Training Some learners understand the Reading texts well, but they are too slow. They read one word, then the next word, then go back to check the first word again. With 60 minutes for 40 questions and three long texts, slow reading costs marks. In this episode: • Read in chunks, not words • Stop going back • The daily timed drill • Extensive reading • Reading lab • Language bridge • Practice • Self-check questions with answers Key points: • Read in chunks. Fewer stops mean faster reading and better understanding. • Keep your eyes moving forward. Go back only when a question needs it. • Ten timed minutes every day beats two hours once a week. • Read a lot of easy text for pleasure. It trains your eyes for the test. IELTS Complete Course: a self-study podcast from A1 to C2 for Academic and General Training. Listen, pause and answer, then take the 52-question quiz. Audio voiced with AI from an original script by Dr. Rashmi R Nair. Independent course, not affiliated with the IELTS test owners.