Recognizing National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month
For some students, learning appears to be almost as natural as breathing. They easily master the alphabet, math facts pose no problem, and writing appears to be mostly effortless. For approximately 20% of... read more
The Grammar of Everyday Phrases: Part 2
Although speaking English comes naturally to most native speakers, writing it can sometimes feel fraught with potential pitfalls. If you have ever paused after writing a word or a phrase and wondered if... read more
However Imperfectly: Podcast Episode 342
Having gathered insights and experiences over three decades of teaching, Andrew presents seven lessons he's learned. These seven lessons are listed in his article, “However Imperfectly,” and in the first chapter of his... read more
Launching the Foundations of Literacy through Structure and Style in Grades K-2. Part 4: Facilitating Composition through Handwriting Instruction and Copywork
Parts 1, 2, and 3 of this series described the tremendous influence of Anna Ingham’s Blended Sound-Sight Program of Learning in the development of IEW’s Classroom Supplement and Lesson Plans for K–2. In... read more
A Sneak Peek at IEW's 2022 Fall Conference: Podcast Episode 341
During the first half of the year, Andrew Pudewa travels around the country and delivers presentations at various conferences and conventions. Now that summer is over and school is back in session, he... read more
Training Method Options Part 7: Live On-Site Professional Development: Review and Refinement Day
Making Master Teachers by Designing a Customized Professional Development Day for Your School People love to customize things. Whether it’s selecting the best options for a new car or building the perfect burrito at... read more
The Grammar of Everyday Phrases: Part 1
Any time or anytime? Every day or everyday? A while or awhile? There are so many of these types of homophones. They’re easy enough to use in speech, but have you ever wondered... read more
Ask Andrew Anything: Podcast Episode 340
Another ten episodes have been recorded and launched, which means it’s time for another “Ask Andrew Anything!” This series is an opportunity for Andrew to directly answer questions posed by our podcast listeners.... read more
Training Method Options, Part 6: Live On-Site Professional Development — Observation and Coaching Day
Making Excellent Writing Teachers through Individual Coaching IEW’s Observation and Coaching Day supports classroom teachers and administrators during implementation of the Structure and Style methodology after initial training (either live or video) has taken... read more
Who Was Socrates, and Why Should We Care?
Living approximately 2500 years ago (c.470‒399 BC), the Athenian philosopher Socrates is shrouded in the mists of time. He isn’t known to have written anything, yet his life sent massive ripples in the... read more
How to Teach Writing with Confidence: Podcast Episode 339
Here at the Institute for Excellence in Writing, our mission is to equip teachers and teaching parents with methods and materials which will aid them in training their students to become confident and... 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 end, we are delighted to invite you to join us at IEW’s... read more
Launching the Foundations of Literacy through Structure and Style™ in Grades K–2 Foundation #3: Teaching Phonics through Poetry
In this blog series, we’ve focused on how the lesson plans in IEW's primary classroom materials use poetry study and memorization as the launching point for building oral language and vocabulary. Poetry is... read more
Where Are They Now? Oliver Mauser: College, Construction, and Effective Communication
From time to time we enjoy highlighting former structure and style students to showcase their achievements both academically and professionally. Students who learn this writing method are able to confidently use the skills... read more
Premium Membership: Continually Adding Teacher Resources
Investing in IEW’s Premium Membership is an investment in yourself as well as your students. Several fabulous perks have been added to the already robust compendium of support for teachers of Structure and... read more
A Visit with Sarah Mackenzie: Podcast Episode 337
Listen. Speak. Read. Write. Think! In addition to writing, reading is an important language art. Andrew often speaks about the role that reading aloud plays in building sophisticated language patterns and nurturing competent communicators.... read more
Literary Devices: Examining Anaphora and Epistrophe
Proficient writers are able to delve into a deep toolbox of literary devices to help them convey their ideas in an artistic and engaging manner. Prior blog posts have described a few of... read more
National Dog Day: Celebrating the Special Relationship between People and Their Pooches
It’s been said that the dog is man’s best friend. This aphorism has certainly been born out in classic literature. August 26 marks National Dog Day, a day to celebrate our special relationships... 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 ahead. The fresh start is encouraging, and motivation is high. As the... read more
Launching the Foundations of Literacy through Structure and Style in Grades K–2 Foundation #2: Building Grammar Skills with Poetry
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
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
Recognizing National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month
For some students, learning appears to be almost as natural as breathing. They easily master the alphabet, math facts pose no... read more
The Grammar of Everyday Phrases: Part 2
Although speaking English comes naturally to most native speakers, writing it can sometimes feel fraught with potential pitfalls. If you have... read more
However Imperfectly: Podcast Episode 342
Having gathered insights and experiences over three decades of teaching, Andrew presents seven lessons he's learned. These seven lessons are listed... read more
Launching the Foundations of Literacy through Structure and Style in Grades K-2. Part 4: Facilitating Composition through Handwriting Instruction and Copywork
Parts 1, 2, and 3 of this series described the tremendous influence of Anna Ingham’s Blended Sound-Sight Program of Learning in... read more
A Sneak Peek at IEW's 2022 Fall Conference: Podcast Episode 341
During the first half of the year, Andrew Pudewa travels around the country and delivers presentations at various conferences and conventions.... read more
Training Method Options Part 7: Live On-Site Professional Development: Review and Refinement Day
Making Master Teachers by Designing a Customized Professional Development Day for Your School People love to customize things. Whether it’s selecting the... read more
The Grammar of Everyday Phrases: Part 1
Any time or anytime? Every day or everyday? A while or awhile? There are so many of these types of homophones.... read more
Ask Andrew Anything: Podcast Episode 340
Another ten episodes have been recorded and launched, which means it’s time for another “Ask Andrew Anything!” This series is an... read more
Training Method Options, Part 6: Live On-Site Professional Development — Observation and Coaching Day
Making Excellent Writing Teachers through Individual Coaching IEW’s Observation and Coaching Day supports classroom teachers and administrators during implementation of the Structure... read more
Who Was Socrates, and Why Should We Care?
Living approximately 2500 years ago (c.470‒399 BC), the Athenian philosopher Socrates is shrouded in the mists of time. He isn’t known... read more
How to Teach Writing with Confidence: Podcast Episode 339
Here at the Institute for Excellence in Writing, our mission is to equip teachers and teaching parents with methods and materials... 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
Launching the Foundations of Literacy through Structure and Style™ in Grades K–2 Foundation #3: Teaching Phonics through Poetry
In this blog series, we’ve focused on how the lesson plans in IEW's primary classroom materials use poetry study and memorization... read more
Where Are They Now? Oliver Mauser: College, Construction, and Effective Communication
From time to time we enjoy highlighting former structure and style students to showcase their achievements both academically and professionally. Students... read more
Premium Membership: Continually Adding Teacher Resources
Investing in IEW’s Premium Membership is an investment in yourself as well as your students. Several fabulous perks have been added... read more
A Visit with Sarah Mackenzie: Podcast Episode 337
Listen. Speak. Read. Write. Think! In addition to writing, reading is an important language art. Andrew often speaks about the role that... read more
Literary Devices: Examining Anaphora and Epistrophe
Proficient writers are able to delve into a deep toolbox of literary devices to help them convey their ideas in an... read more
National Dog Day: Celebrating the Special Relationship between People and Their Pooches
It’s been said that the dog is man’s best friend. This aphorism has certainly been born out in classic literature. August... 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
Launching the Foundations of Literacy through Structure and Style in Grades K–2 Foundation #2: Building Grammar Skills with Poetry
In Part 1 of this series on IEW’s primary materials, we discussed poetry as a powerful tool in language development, specifically... 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
