“You Are There” was a popular television show in the 1950s. Aired on CBS and hosted by Walker Cronkite, the program featured events in world and United States history such as the death... read more
If you missed the gifts given for Day 12, you can still access the digital 2023 edition of the Magnum Opus Magazine. On the twelfth and final day of IEW’s Twelve Days of Christmas... read more
It is Day 12, and we are excited to announce the surprise gifts that close out IEW’s Twelve Days of Christmas Giving celebration! This year, IEW is giving you not one but two... read more
As a homeschooling mom, co-op teacher, and now a classroom teacher, I have found that Fix It!™ Grammar is the most practical and painless way to teach and learn grammar. In Andrew Pudewa’s... read more
At IEW we want the courses we provide to be ones that will excite and engage both you and your student. In order to help support you as you teach your children, we... read more
In the 1970s Dr. James B. Webster began each of his university history classes with lessons from his program Blended Structure and Style in Composition because his students could not write well enough... read more
by Jacob Mauser Do you have a student heading off to college this year for the first time? Share this blog post with him! Jacob Mauser, a former homeschooled student who grew up using... read more
Are you finding it a bit challenging to get back into the swing of things after the winter pause? Do you have a classroom of listless children you are struggling to re-engage? One... read more
By now you’ve likely heard the buzz about Structure and Style for Students, IEW’s new video-based student course. Every day, our customer service team receives calls from teachers considering which level of the... read more
On Day 9 of the Twelve Days of Christmas Giving, IEW is giving you two weeks of the University-Ready Writing video course. Be sure you are registered for the event to receive the... read more
A word of warning from Dr. Webster. “A bad idea well presented can be more effective than a good idea poorly presented. History proved this.” Presentation matters, and IEW can help! Introduction to... read more
Every year, new words are added to the dictionary. In 2018, for instance, words like “bougie,” “bingeable,” and “predictive” were added by Merriam-Webster. But did you know that behind the scenes there is... read more
As winter begins to wane, and the days slowly stretch out longer and longer, we at IEW grow excited because we know the annual IEW Writing Contest is nearly here. We look forward... read more
Look closely at the title. Why is there a colon? How does a colon differ from a semicolon? Fix It! Grammar has the answers, and students who use the grammar program will not only... read more
Whether you are teaching two students or twenty, you have likely noticed that each of your students learns a bit differently. One child might happily read a book and remember what he’s read,... read more
In the Structure and Style sequence, the strong verb is the third dress-up to be introduced, sandwiched between the who/which clause and the because clause. Strong verbs replace their more bland siblings and... read more
Since thinking begins with asking questions, IEW’s Structure and Style® methodology is the perfect place to practice thinking. Far from being formulas or templates, the structural models and the stylistic techniques provide tools... read more
In IEW’s list of stylistic techniques, the first dress-up students learn and practice is the -ly adverb. One of the eight parts of speech, adverbs modify (add information to) verbs, adjectives, or other... read more
In the stylistic techniques progression, the -ly adverb is the first dress-up that students encounter. An adverb modifies either a verb, an adjective, or another adverb. These words answer the questions how, when,... read more
Frederick East Classical, a relatively new homeschool cooperative, is taking central Maryland by storm. In its inaugural year alone, many families flocked to it, filling it to capacity. Structured using a classical approach,... read more
It’s August, and a new school year is fast approaching. IEW’s Customer Service Team and Schools Division Educational Consultants have years of experience as homeschooling parents, IEW Online instructors, tutors, and classroom teachers.... read more
Lately I have been thinking more and more about reading. What is reading, exactly? What processes in the brain does it involve? Why do we read? As a dyslexia tutor, I am fascinated... read more
This week on the Arts of Language Podcast marks the release of Episode 230. Every tenth episode features an “Ask Andrew Anything,” where listeners send in all different kinds of queries. Listen to... read more
# # In our latest podcast, Julie Walker had the opportunity to catch up with Janet Spitler, and that’s no easy feat! Janet is IEW’s Senior Educational Consultant for the Schools Division and is devotedly... read more
We are excited to announce the writing prompts for IEW’s 2022 Writing Contest and invite your students to submit their compositions for a chance to win a cash prize. Why should your students... read more
Arranging desks, unpacking new textbooks, and dusting off classroom libraries in a freshly cleaned classroom gives even the most seasoned veteran a happy feeling of anticipation for the year ahead. Making a new... read more
If you missed the gifts given for Day 5, you can still access these resources: Podcast Episode 104: However Imperfectly, Part 1 Podcast Episode 105: However Imperfectly, Part 2 Podcast Episode 106: However Imperfectly, Part 3 However... read more
Recently we received an email from Marie Greenhalgh. Marie is an IEW Registered Instructor. She contacted us, mentioning that she had noticed that her family was incorporating Structure and Style ideas not only... read more
On April 2 in 1805 in Odense, Denmark, a baby boy was born to a poor couple. Naming him Hans, their only child grew up to become one of the most famous writers... read more
Question: I'd like to know your rationale for teaching the "-ly" adverb concept. In the professional writing community, adding “-ly” words is a sign of weak writing, not strong. Answer: It was Mark Twain who famously... read more
It was an average weekday morning. I was preparing to leave for work, when my niece of just under two years old came scampering into my room full of her morning energy. She... read more
Why should your students memorize poetry? At first glance, poetry doesn’t seem to connect with our high-speed, high-tech digital world. Wouldn’t your educational time be better spent helping your students build their computer... read more
As was mentioned in a previous post, in their writing toolbox, poets and authors have a plethora of tools that they can use to create word pictures in the minds of their readers.... read more
When I became a parent, I looked forward to taking my children regularly to the public library to choose books for the upcoming week. Fueled by fond memories of my own weekly outings... read more
When I first heard the phrase interrogative thinking, I was immediately drawn to follow this idea. What an interesting combination of words. Of course we want our children to think clearly, quickly, carefully,... read more
In Part 1 of this series on IEW’s primary materials, we discussed poetry as a powerful tool in language development, specifically in building language skills and boosting reading comprehension. Part 2 examines the... read more
“You Are There” was a popular television show in the 1950s. Aired on CBS and hosted by Walker Cronkite, the program... read more
If you missed the gifts given for Day 12, you can still access the digital 2023 edition of the Magnum Opus... read more
It is Day 12, and we are excited to announce the surprise gifts that close out IEW’s Twelve Days of Christmas... read more
As a homeschooling mom, co-op teacher, and now a classroom teacher, I have found that Fix It!™ Grammar is the most... read more
At IEW we want the courses we provide to be ones that will excite and engage both you and your student.... read more
In the 1970s Dr. James B. Webster began each of his university history classes with lessons from his program Blended Structure... read more
by Jacob Mauser Do you have a student heading off to college this year for the first time? Share this blog post... read more
Are you finding it a bit challenging to get back into the swing of things after the winter pause? Do you... read more
By now you’ve likely heard the buzz about Structure and Style for Students, IEW’s new video-based student course. Every day, our... read more
On Day 9 of the Twelve Days of Christmas Giving, IEW is giving you two weeks of the University-Ready Writing video... read more
A word of warning from Dr. Webster. “A bad idea well presented can be more effective than a good idea poorly... read more
Every year, new words are added to the dictionary. In 2018, for instance, words like “bougie,” “bingeable,” and “predictive” were added... read more
As winter begins to wane, and the days slowly stretch out longer and longer, we at IEW grow excited because we... read more
Look closely at the title. Why is there a colon? How does a colon differ from a semicolon? Fix It! Grammar has... read more
Whether you are teaching two students or twenty, you have likely noticed that each of your students learns a bit differently.... read more
In the Structure and Style sequence, the strong verb is the third dress-up to be introduced, sandwiched between the who/which clause... read more
Since thinking begins with asking questions, IEW’s Structure and Style® methodology is the perfect place to practice thinking. Far from being... read more
In IEW’s list of stylistic techniques, the first dress-up students learn and practice is the -ly adverb. One of the eight... read more
In the stylistic techniques progression, the -ly adverb is the first dress-up that students encounter. An adverb modifies either a verb,... read more
Frederick East Classical, a relatively new homeschool cooperative, is taking central Maryland by storm. In its inaugural year alone, many families... read more
It’s August, and a new school year is fast approaching. IEW’s Customer Service Team and Schools Division Educational Consultants have years... read more
Lately I have been thinking more and more about reading. What is reading, exactly? What processes in the brain does it... read more
This week on the Arts of Language Podcast marks the release of Episode 230. Every tenth episode features an “Ask Andrew... read more
# # In our latest podcast, Julie Walker had the opportunity to catch up with Janet Spitler, and that’s no easy feat! Janet... read more
We are excited to announce the writing prompts for IEW’s 2022 Writing Contest and invite your students to submit their compositions... read more
Arranging desks, unpacking new textbooks, and dusting off classroom libraries in a freshly cleaned classroom gives even the most seasoned veteran... read more
If you missed the gifts given for Day 5, you can still access these resources: Podcast Episode 104: However Imperfectly, Part 1 Podcast... read more
Recently we received an email from Marie Greenhalgh. Marie is an IEW Registered Instructor. She contacted us, mentioning that she had... read more
On April 2 in 1805 in Odense, Denmark, a baby boy was born to a poor couple. Naming him Hans, their... read more
Question: I'd like to know your rationale for teaching the "-ly" adverb concept. In the professional writing community, adding “-ly” words is... read more
It was an average weekday morning. I was preparing to leave for work, when my niece of just under two years... read more
Why should your students memorize poetry? At first glance, poetry doesn’t seem to connect with our high-speed, high-tech digital world. Wouldn’t... read more
As was mentioned in a previous post, in their writing toolbox, poets and authors have a plethora of tools that they... read more
When I became a parent, I looked forward to taking my children regularly to the public library to choose books for... read more
When I first heard the phrase interrogative thinking, I was immediately drawn to follow this idea. What an interesting combination of... read more
In Part 1 of this series on IEW’s primary materials, we discussed poetry as a powerful tool in language development, specifically... read more
Often students as well as parents struggle with moving forward on the checklist. In this two-part episode, Andrew provides salient points on the stylistic techniques and offers advice, from being strict with the checklist to not drowning your students with more than they can handle.
Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA).
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It’s here! After many months we are proud to introduce our newest video product, Introduction to Public Speaking! In this program middle- and high-school students learn memory and delivery techniques for five different types of speeches, tips on where to stand and where to look, and other valuable skills for becoming confident verbal communicators. Join Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker as they elaborate on the new Introduction to Public Speaking.
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Perhaps your question will be answered at the next Ask Andrew Anything (AAA).
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What's the purpose of the checklist? This question is often asked by students as well parents. Join Andrew Pudewa as he shares salient points about IEW's stylistic techniques and discusses the powerful benefits that come about when you require the checklist for your students' writing.
Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA).
If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com
Join us in this podcast as Andrew and Julie sit down and have a conversation about the upcoming school year. Whether you're a full-time schoolteacher or a homeschooling parent, be invigorated in your quest for this new school year as Andrew provides advice on preparing your classroom and encourages you to keep moving forward.
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Does the checklist stiffen creativity in students? With this being a common concern, Andrew and Julie address it and continue their conversation regarding misunderstandings about IEW's stylistic techniques. Whether your student is in grade school, middle school, or high school, learn how the checklist provides students with the opportunity to explore and understand language.
Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA).
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Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker discuss how both dads and grads can benefit from University-Ready Writing. Dads who are in the business world will benefit from grads who complete the course and become better writers. Listen to find out the top three things that make this course worth the investment for graduates and those working in the business world.
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Join Andrew Pudewa as he walks you through Unit 8, the daunting essay. Andrew will take you through the step-by-step process of crafting an essay so that you can understand the basic structure, discussing the various essay types and their differences. To ensure maximum understanding, he will also guide you through a practicum assignment.
Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA).
If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com
Is your student overwhelmed by having too many sources to write from? Join Andrew as he discusses Unit 6 and provides tips and suggestions for collecting, organizing, and summarizing facts from multiple references.
Questions Asked
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Is your student overwhelmed by having too many sources to write from? Join Andrew as he discusses Unit 6 and provides tips and suggestions for collecting, organizing, and summarizing facts from multiple references.
Questions Asked
Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA).
If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com
On November 13, 2023, Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker celebrated the 400th episode of the Arts of Language podcast by hosting a live event with nearly 400 guests listening. Andrew answered questions from the live audience on topics such as AI, college preparation, and the long-lasting legacy of IEW. He even told a joke. Listen to this extended podcast and hear about new products that IEW will release soon.
If you have questions for Andrew, send them to podcast@IEW.com
Perhaps your question will be answered at the next Ask Andrew Anything (AAA).
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Join Andrew and Julie as they welcome teen author Taylor Bennett for another podcast honoring National Novel Writing Month. As a lover of writing, Taylor enjoyed sitting down and writing her first novel: Porch Swing Girl. In this episode Taylor shares her experience with writing her book and offers tips from being responsible with your deadlines to staying focused on learning the craft of writing.
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Are you teaching through Unit 5, Writing from Pictures, and interested to know the ins and outs of the unit? Join Andrew Pudewa in part two of this webinar recording as he discusses the how-to of Unit 5, explaining both the process and purpose of the unit.
Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA).
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For many, August is a month of anticipation as the start of the school year approaches. In this week's episode, Andrew and Julie address teachers who will be using IEW's method in the classroom. From tips on decorating the classroom to suggestions on equipping yourself, you’ll learn some practical and effective preparations for a successful year of teaching with Structure and Style!
Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA).
If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com.
Is your student overwhelmed by having too many sources to write from? Join Andrew as he discusses Unit 6 and provides tips and suggestions for collecting, organizing, and summarizing facts from multiple references.
Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA).
If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com
Experience excellence in writing as Laura House, IEW's marketing manager, explains IEW's methodology and walks you through both the structure and style of the nine units. With her insightful knowledge and cheery attitude, Laura provides encouragement and demonstrates how you can apply IEW's method to anything you're learning at home or in the classroom.
Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA).
If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com
What's the purpose of the checklist? This question is often asked by students as well parents. Join Andrew Pudewa as he shares salient points about IEW's stylistic techniques and discusses the powerful benefits that come about when you require the checklist for your students' writing.
Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA).
If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com
In most learning experiences, there is typically a period of awkwardness when the new skill is attempted. Wrap up the series with Andrew and Julie as they discuss the fourth deadly error of teaching writing: over-expectation. Learn the importance of being aware of the natural learning process, and be inspired by Andrew's expectation of his students.
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The time has come again when Julie tries to stump Andrew with questions submitted from our listeners. From inquiries on literature to a question regarding Andrew's tie count in Structure and Style for Students (SSS), Andrew provides answers with insight, suggestions, and a little bit of humor.
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In this episode, Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker talk to Monica Swanson about her new book, Becoming Homeschoolers. Monica shares her heart for homeschooling and the blessings of homeschooling for parents as well as the benefits for students. This episode will encourage new and veteran homeschoolers alike.
If you have questions for Andrew, send them to podcast@IEW.com
Perhaps your question will be answered at the next Ask Andrew Anything (AAA).
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Join Andrew Pudewa as he walks you through Unit 8, the daunting essay. Andrew will take you through the step-by-step process of crafting an essay so that you can understand the basic structure, discussing the various essay types and their differences. To ensure maximum understanding, he will also guide you through a practicum assignment.
1:32-Marcy asks "What is the difference between unit 7 and unit 8? Is the difference in the weight of the topic?"
3:18-Cathleen asks "Do we model the type of questions to ask?"
6:52-Deborah asks "Are we not asking questions to define the topics in unit 6?"
10:54-Deborah asks "Will the High School Essay Intensive help me understand how to guide my kids in writing the intro and conclusion?"
12:59-Sherry asks "How do you approach the expository essay? If a true essay must have an opinion, what do we do with an essay that explains something or one that describes something? Should I avoid these types of essays?"
16:55-Deborah asks "It is so hard for me to judge what is good enough for a 12-year-old. I want to edit to death."
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Picking up where they left off, Andrew and Julie hone in on the third of the four deadly errors of teaching writing: unclear assignments. Many of us have experience with the frustration of an unclear assignment and the confusion it can bring. Join Andrew as he discusses what makes for an unclear assignment and provides practical ways to ensure the assignments you give your students are clear and helpful.
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In this Live Ask Andrew Anything episode, Andrew Pudewa answers questions submitted by listeners. Andrew, along with Julie Walker, discusses how to implement IEW if the parent has learning differences, whether a formal spelling curriculum is needed, how to differentiate the roles of editor and grader, and other questions. Andrew shares anecdotes from the class he is teaching with his grandchildren and their friends and provides encouragement for new-to-IEW moms!
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After the fun we had with our 400th episode live question and answer, we invited some of our affiliates to join Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker for this live Q & A episode. This week Mandi Malz asked for Andrew’s advice for preparing a student for college. Alicia Brown asked which of Andrew’s articles in However Imperfectly is the most vital lesson in the book and what aspects make it particularly significant. Listen for these and other questions sent in by listeners.
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