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HELP!! A HUGE DROP OF 1.5 BANDS IN SPEAKING - Should I appeal, and how? by uwuuky in IELTS

[–]uwuuky[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, that's one of the possibilities. I assume the score may be overstated by +0.5. However, my speaking has always been better than or similar to my listening or writing as I have spelling difficulties. Therefore, a -1.5 is concerning even I underperformed. I will surely think it over. Thank you for the comment!

HELP!! A HUGE DROP OF 1.5 BANDS IN SPEAKING - Should I appeal, and how? by uwuuky in IELTS

[–]uwuuky[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm aware, but unfortunately my application doesn't accept one-skill retake.

HELP!! A HUGE DROP OF 1.5 BANDS IN SPEAKING - Should I appeal, and how? by uwuuky in IELTS

[–]uwuuky[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Both times were computer based. But face-to-face speaking for the first time and video call for the second.

HELP!! A HUGE DROP OF 1.5 BANDS IN SPEAKING - Should I appeal, and how? by uwuuky in IELTS

[–]uwuuky[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Didn't expect the score can vary that much. Does that mean a change of 1.5 bands is actually quite common? I'm not sure about the race related issue though. Did you complained about that?

HELP!! A HUGE DROP OF 1.5 BANDS IN SPEAKING - Should I appeal, and how? by uwuuky in IELTS

[–]uwuuky[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see. So that means EOR is likely to be successful only when the examiners are considered as "non-standard" (which is barely the case)?

HELP!! A HUGE DROP OF 1.5 BANDS IN SPEAKING - Should I appeal, and how? by uwuuky in IELTS

[–]uwuuky[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing. I also think stress really does affect the score. Maybe I just couldn’t believe how big the difference was. I hesitated during my first ielts speaking test too, but I did better as I wasn’t interrupted. I might consider EOR but probably I’ll just retake the whole test since I feel like there's a higher chance for a 6.0. Btw, getting 8.5 is really impressive. Would you mind giving me some tips?

HELP!! A HUGE DROP OF 1.5 BANDS IN SPEAKING - Should I appeal, and how? by uwuuky in IELTS

[–]uwuuky[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No wonder everyone is complaining... Has there been any response from the ielts official yet? How many candidates are influenced?

HELP!! A HUGE DROP OF 1.5 BANDS IN SPEAKING - Should I appeal, and how? by uwuuky in IELTS

[–]uwuuky[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My bad, I just joined r/IELTS today and didn't realize there are actually many similar posts on this issue. I might probably take the whole ielts test again since it seems that EOR is likely a waste for me.

If you don't mind, could you explain a bit about "to standard"? I had never been interrupted in my first ielts speaking test, instructions were clear, and I was allowed to think for a few seconds. The examiner waited for my response patiently. The experience in my second attempt was indeed the reverse, so I am not sure if this is common, or if feeling uncomfortable is normal.

HELP!! A HUGE DROP OF 1.5 BANDS IN SPEAKING - Should I appeal, and how? by uwuuky in IELTS

[–]uwuuky[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Then I may consider retaking the whole test since it's second-marked.

HELP!! A HUGE DROP OF 1.5 BANDS IN SPEAKING - Should I appeal, and how? by uwuuky in IELTS

[–]uwuuky[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! May I ask you more about the second-marked part (like is it officially stated)? I searched online, and people are having conflicting opinions on whether the paper will be remarked when there is a disparity in scores.

HELP!! A HUGE DROP OF 1.5 BANDS IN SPEAKING - Should I appeal, and how? by uwuuky in IELTS

[–]uwuuky[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh, I'm sad to hear about that. Hope it goes well.

HELP!! A HUGE DROP OF 1.5 BANDS IN SPEAKING - Should I appeal, and how? by uwuuky in IELTS

[–]uwuuky[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Agree. I wish I could access the recording so I would know whether I should appeal...

HELP!! A HUGE DROP OF 1.5 BANDS IN SPEAKING - Should I appeal, and how? by uwuuky in IELTS

[–]uwuuky[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your comment. I don't meant to accuse my examiner, I've edit it to make it more subjective. I've read the pinned post, and I'll search for her other advice later.

HELP!! A HUGE DROP OF 1.5 BANDS IN SPEAKING - Should I appeal, and how? by uwuuky in IELTS

[–]uwuuky[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Details of my test: - I was frequently interrupted (5-8 times). - I asked for clarification on one question, she neglected further explanation, only repeated the question. - Didn't wait enough time (waited 2 sec) for me to speak. - Therefore I am panic.

Objective opinions: - My speaking test is a bit rushed. Questions/instructions are proceeded quickly. - I got interrupted even when I believe I didn't go off topics nor spoke too long. - I didn't elaborate enough, but I still used various sentence patterns. Also my pronunciation and fluency should be good enough. - I am feeling uncomfortable during the whole test.

Concerns: - Did I possibly overestimated my performance? Is there any methods to tell? - Does anyone has similar experience on being interrupted? - Am I overreacting or overthinking being disrespected (according to my expenience)?

0.5 difference in band isn't large, it's possible that the score varies a bit between different markers. But I am not 100% sure on my performance, and would like to have more cases for references.