Yaser Noorbakhsh is a leading IELTS educator, author, and the visionary founder of IELTSBrains, an international platform renowned for its high-impact, results-driven IELTS training. With over a decade of hands-on teaching experience and advanced certifications from globally recognized institutions such as IDP, Harvard University, British Council, and iTTi New York, Yaser brings an unparalleled level of expertise and credibility to the field of IELTS education.
Pioneer of Assessor – Based Teaching Training Learners and Educators to Think Like IELTS Examiners
What sets him apart is his innovative Assessor-Based Teaching method — a powerful instructional approach rooted in official IELTS scoring criteria. Unlike superficial strategies, this method trains learners to think, write, and speak like actual examiners, equipping them to consistently score Band 7 and above in Speaking and Writing. It is a professional framework used not only to teach test-takers but also to train IELTS educators.
Assessor-Based Teaching — The Core of IELTSBrains Excellence
Assessor-Based Teaching is a professional instructional model developed by Yaser Noorbakhsh, designed to transform how IELTS is taught and learned. Unlike traditional methods that rely on tricks, templates, or superficial techniques, this approach is rooted in one key principle: train learners the way examiners think.
What Makes It Different?
This method uses the official IELTS band descriptors as a foundation. Every lesson, correction, and strategy is shaped around how actual examiners evaluate Speaking and Writing. It teaches students to analyze, produce, and refine their language exactly the way it’s assessed in the test room.
Key Features:
– Band descriptor-based feedback
– Examiner-style mindset training
– Strategy-focused writing and speaking drills
– Real-world test simulations
– Ideal for both candidates and IELTS instructors
Whether you’re a learner stuck at Band 6 or a teacher seeking an upgrade in approach, Assessor-Based Teaching offers clarity, structure, and measurable results. It’s the signature method behind IELTSBrains — and the reason thousands worldwide now aim higher and achieve better.
Author of the IELTSBrains Series — Practical Resources That Deliver Real IELTS Results
As the author of the IELTSBrains Series, Yaser has developed practical, strategy-focused resources that cover all four IELTS skills. His books and teaching materials are widely used by both learners and instructors seeking results that go beyond templates and tricks.
“Assessor-Based Teaching trains your brain to mirror examiner logic — that’s where real progress begins.”
“Don’t just learn for the IELTS — learn like an IELTS assessor. That’s how real progress begins.” — Yaser Noorbakhsh, Creator of Assessor-Based Teaching
Trusted by Thousands Worldwide — Expert IELTS Training for Students and Educators Alike
Thousands of students globally have reached their target band scores under his mentorship, unlocking academic and immigration opportunities worldwide. Whether you are a test-taker stuck at Band 6, a high-level candidate aiming for perfection, or an educator ready to upgrade your teaching, Yaser Noorbakhsh and the IELTSBrains team offer internationally trusted, expert-led training that delivers measurable success.
“The ability to think critically is the bridge between knowledge and wisdom. In IELTS, and in life—those who question well, perform well.”— Yaser Noorbakhsh
“Critical thinking is not about knowing more, it is about understanding better, so assess like an examiner, think like a scholar—this is where high bands are born.” — Yaser Noorbakhsh
These materials are invaluable for familiarizing students with the test structure and question types.
How IELTSBrains Can Utilize Assessor-Based Teaching
“Don’t just learn for the IELTS — train your brain to mirror examiner logic. That’s where real progress begins.” — Yaser Noorbakhsh, Creator of Assessor-Based Teaching
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At IELTSBrains, Assessor-Based Teaching is the cornerstone of our method. We focus on training students to think, write, and speak like examiners. By understanding the examiners’ mindset, learners gain a significant advantage, ensuring they can consistently meet IELTS Band 7+ criteria.
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This approach utilizes examiner logic to develop critical thinking skills, enabling students to master all four IELTS components.
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It is a proven framework that empowers learners to tackle the exam with precision and clarity.
Critical Thinking program from Harvard University
Yaser has further deepened his academic insight through a Critical Thinking program from Harvard University. This prestigious training has shaped his analytical teaching style and his unique Assessor-Based Teaching method, empowering learners to approach IELTS with the mindset of an examiner. His Harvard background adds intellectual depth to his instruction, making his strategies not only practical but also grounded in academic rigor.