Mastering PTE’s Describe Image & Retell Lecture Tasks: Adapting to the Latest PTE Scoring Changes

With the recent changes to the PTE exam, PTE Academy is here to guide you through the new updates, specifically for the Describe Image and Retell Lecture tasks. These changes emphasize honest preparation and genuine language proficiency, which is more important than ever as Pearson has introduced human evaluation for assessing the content portion of these tasks.

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To address misuse of templates and scripted responses, Pearson has recently refined its scoring algorithm. Now, human raters assess your performance to ensure that responses are not only fluent but also relevant and content-rich. This means memorized responses that lack substance will be penalized, while natural, well-organized, and meaningful responses are rewarded.

With these changes, here’s how you can adapt and excel in these tasks:

How to Adapt to the New Changes in Describe Image Task:

Ditch the Memorized Templates

Now that humans are evaluating the content, relying on rigid, pre-learned templates can significantly lower your score. Instead, focus on delivering a thoughtful, spontaneous description. At PTE Academy, we teach flexible strategies that adapt to different types of images while sounding natural.

Balance Fluency with Relevant Content

The scoring system now heavily emphasizes fluency and content quality. It’s not enough to just speak smoothly; your description needs to be on-topic and meaningful. Focus on highlighting key trends, patterns, or unique aspects of the image, and organize your thoughts clearly.

Use a Flexible Structure

A good response doesn’t require memorization but rather a clear framework:

Introduction: “This image shows…”

Body: Describe the most noticeable features or trends.

Conclusion: Summarize with a general observation if time allows.

This approach helps ensure that your content remains relevant while maintaining fluency.

How to Adapt to the New Changes in Retell Lecture Task:

Listen Actively and Capture Key Ideas

With human raters now assessing content, it’s crucial to capture the main ideas and key points from the lecture. Focus on active listening and effective note-taking. Don’t aim to write down everything; instead, identify the main topic, supporting details, and any significant examples.

Deliver a Coherent Summary

Start with, “The lecture was about…” and cover the most important points you noted down. Human evaluators are looking for relevance and clarity, so prioritize presenting the core message of the lecture instead of cramming every detail.

Practice Speaking Naturally

Now that there’s human involvement, sounding robotic or overly rehearsed can be detrimental. At PTE Academy, we offer timed practice sessions to help you develop confidence in delivering natural, content-rich responses under pressure.

Why Honest Preparation Matters More Than Ever

The addition of human raters means there are no shortcuts. The focus is on genuine language skills, spontaneous thinking, and clear communication. By focusing on real skill-building, you not only boost your scores but also gain valuable English proficiency for academic and professional success.

At PTE Academy, we’re committed to helping you navigate these changes with honest, skill-based preparation. Let’s prepare you to excel in your PTE exam — and beyond!

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Frequently Asked Questions About PTE Scoring Changes

Will PTE scoring changes affect my test preparation?

No, your preparation approach should remain the same. Our training methods already prepare you for high-quality responses that will meet both AI and human scoring standards.

Do I need to change how I answer speaking questions?

No. The fundamental requirements for good responses in Describe Image and Retell Lecture remain unchanged. Focus on clarity, content, and proper structure.

Will the scoring take longer now?

Pearson has designed the new process to maintain efficient scoring timelines.

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