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Motivation and the Four Forms of Relevancy: Podcast Episode 358

Are there factors that make learning easier? As Andrew notes, “If something is relevant to you, if it is significant, meaningful, useful, interesting, and helpful to you, then it is easy to study... read more

Feb 01, 2023

Announcing IEW’s Winter Retreat 2023: A Virtual Writing Workshop for Classroom Teachers

Are you a classroom teacher, hybrid school instructor, co-op facilitator, or tutor? Do you teach your students in person or online? We have a special event just for you! On Saturday, February 11,... read more

Jan 27, 2023

Engaging Students in Learning

If you missed the gifts given for Day 7, you can still access these resources: Podcast Episode 164: The Four Forms of Relevancy: Intrinsic Relevancy, Part 1 Podcast Episode 165: The Four Forms of Relevancy:... read more

Jan 01, 2023

Ask Andrew Anything: Podcast Episode 350

Since 2015 Andrew and Julie have been adding to the “Ask Andrew Anything” series. The series is an opportunity for Andrew to respond directly to questions asked by our podcast listeners. This week... read more

Dec 07, 2022

Four Roadblocks of the Reluctant Writer

As teachers, our hearts go out to the reluctant writer—the student who thinks putting pen to paper is painful and who Andrew Pudewa describes in the Teaching Writing: Structure and Style seminar as... read more

Oct 21, 2022

However Imperfectly, Part 2: Podcast Episode 343

Last week, Andrew and Julie began to cover seven lessons that Andrew has learned over thirty years of teaching. These seven lessons are listed in his article, “However Imperfectly,” and in the first... read more

Oct 12, 2022

IEW’s 2022 Fall Conference: Inspiration and Encouragement for Teachers and Parents

When we take time to invest in ourselves as educators, we benefit not only ourselves but also our students. To that end, we are delighted to invite you to join us at IEW’s... read more

Sep 12, 2022

Supercharging Classroom Creativity and Motivation: Podcast Episode 336

For many teachers and students, the start of the school year brings with it great excitement for the learning and growth ahead. The fresh start is encouraging, and motivation is high. As the... read more

Aug 24, 2022

Edit with a Smile

Teaching writing would be my favorite job if it weren’t for grading. When a student hands in a composition and a teacher sees all the mistakes, how does one avoid the inevitable frustration?... read more

Aug 19, 2022

Celebrate the Checklist

Oh, checklist, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways. True, loving the IEW checklist is probably going too far, but when used properly, it can be a lovely thing. From... read more

Jul 12, 2022

Ask Andrew Anything: Podcast Episode 320

Because it’s been ten episodes since the last one, this week’s podcast is another Ask Andrew Anything! In Episode 320 Andrew continues the tradition and answers questions submitted by our podcast listeners. Offering... read more

May 05, 2022

Motivation and the Four Forms of Relevancy: Podcast Episode 358

Are there factors that make learning easier? As Andrew notes, “If something is relevant to you, if it is significant, meaningful,... read more

Announcing IEW’s Winter Retreat 2023: A Virtual Writing Workshop for Classroom Teachers

Are you a classroom teacher, hybrid school instructor, co-op facilitator, or tutor? Do you teach your students in person or online?... read more

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Engaging Students in Learning

If you missed the gifts given for Day 7, you can still access these resources: Podcast Episode 164: The Four Forms of... read more

Ask Andrew Anything: Podcast Episode 350

Since 2015 Andrew and Julie have been adding to the “Ask Andrew Anything” series. The series is an opportunity for Andrew... read more

Four Roadblocks of the Reluctant Writer

As teachers, our hearts go out to the reluctant writer—the student who thinks putting pen to paper is painful and who... read more

However Imperfectly, Part 2: Podcast Episode 343

Last week, Andrew and Julie began to cover seven lessons that Andrew has learned over thirty years of teaching. These seven... read more

IEW’s 2022 Fall Conference: Inspiration and Encouragement for Teachers and Parents

When we take time to invest in ourselves as educators, we benefit not only ourselves but also our students. To that... read more

Supercharging Classroom Creativity and Motivation: Podcast Episode 336

For many teachers and students, the start of the school year brings with it great excitement for the learning and growth... read more

Edit with a Smile

Teaching writing would be my favorite job if it weren’t for grading. When a student hands in a composition and a... read more

Celebrate the Checklist

Oh, checklist, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways. True, loving the IEW checklist is probably going too... read more

Ask Andrew Anything: Podcast Episode 320

Because it’s been ten episodes since the last one, this week’s podcast is another Ask Andrew Anything! In Episode 320 Andrew... read more

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