Learning through Laughter
I stood and gazed at the young faces seated before me. They looked back at me. It was the first day of co-op, and I was meeting my class for the very first... read more
Take It “EZ+1”
As educators we have a lot to keep track of. Planning lessons, grading, evaluating progress, and communicating with students and parents require our time and attention. Now add to these tasks the typical... read more
Working Memory and the Key Word Outline
Students with learning disabilities such as dyslexia or ADHD struggle with working memory, the ability to remember and properly sequence information, including linguistic, immediately. This struggle presents many challenges in written expression. Frequently... read more
Where Are They Now? Jessica Andress—Entrepreneur, Editor, and College Student
Our latest “Where Are They Now Student,” Jessica Andress, is a bit of a Renaissance gal. At her young age she has done a number of interesting things, including serving as a church... read more
Switch to Pens!
Several years ago Andrew Pudewa published an article entitled “Convert ... to Pens!” In doing so, he flipped on its end the conventional thinking of writing the first draft in pencil and the... read more
The Benefits of Entering Writing Contests
I started IEW when my twins were in fifth grade. I bought my Teaching Writing: Structure and Style (TWSS) in the spring. Truth be told, I was a little intimidated to begin, so... read more
What’s Your IEW®️ Story?
My story began like many others’. Several years ago I heard about this fabulous written expression program called IEW from a friend of mine. I was intrigued. Later when I attended my state’s... read more
From the Forums: On IEW and the Essay
Our online forums are a welcoming space where you can ask questions, share support, and feel encouraged. A community of people who share a common goal—teaching writing—the forums are supported by not only... read more
EZ+1 Reiterated
Accomplished instructor and IEW author Jill Pike has provided invaluable advice to many IEW teachers and parents. Much of it reiterates the EZ+1 philosophy. In this particular exchange she helps a co-op instructor... read more
A Poem to Inspire Written and Spoken Language
Language has always fascinated me. When I speak and write, I am always trying to find ways to paint a vivid picture of my thoughts and ideas to the listener or reader through... read more
On Marking and Grading
Parents and teachers who use IEW’s approach to teaching writing love it. Structure and Style®️ provides the direction and framework, making the job of teaching writing concrete and enjoyable for instructor and student... read more
Learning through Laughter
I stood and gazed at the young faces seated before me. They looked back at me. It was the first day... read more
Take It “EZ+1”
As educators we have a lot to keep track of. Planning lessons, grading, evaluating progress, and communicating with students and parents... read more
Working Memory and the Key Word Outline
Students with learning disabilities such as dyslexia or ADHD struggle with working memory, the ability to remember and properly sequence information,... read more
Where Are They Now? Jessica Andress—Entrepreneur, Editor, and College Student
Our latest “Where Are They Now Student,” Jessica Andress, is a bit of a Renaissance gal. At her young age she... read more
Switch to Pens!
Several years ago Andrew Pudewa published an article entitled “Convert ... to Pens!” In doing so, he flipped on its end... read more
The Benefits of Entering Writing Contests
I started IEW when my twins were in fifth grade. I bought my Teaching Writing: Structure and Style (TWSS) in the... read more
What’s Your IEW®️ Story?
My story began like many others’. Several years ago I heard about this fabulous written expression program called IEW from a... read more
From the Forums: On IEW and the Essay
Our online forums are a welcoming space where you can ask questions, share support, and feel encouraged. A community of people... read more
EZ+1 Reiterated
Accomplished instructor and IEW author Jill Pike has provided invaluable advice to many IEW teachers and parents. Much of it reiterates... read more
A Poem to Inspire Written and Spoken Language
Language has always fascinated me. When I speak and write, I am always trying to find ways to paint a vivid... read more
On Marking and Grading
Parents and teachers who use IEW’s approach to teaching writing love it. Structure and Style®️ provides the direction and framework, making... read more
