Teaching Literature through Discussion: Podcast Episode 262
A common rite of passage for students is to read a novel for an English class and then be expected to write an analytical paper on it. But is formal literary analysis the... read more
A Compelling Competition: The IEW Essay Writing Contest
One of my favorite jobs is working at a local academic homeschool co-op. This year I am the high school English teacher. I’m quite proud of my little IEW class. We’ve had a... read more
Announcing IEW’s 2021 Writing Contest!
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
Ask Andrew Anything: Special Education Edition, Part 2: Podcast Episode 260
Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker pick up where they left off in the last podcast episode as they continue addressing questions in podcast Episode 260 that were raised by attendees of the online... read more
Stylistic Techniques: the Because Clause
This week’s featured stylistic technique is the because clause dress-up. After learning the -ly adverb, who/which clause, and strong verb dress-ups, it is the next to be introduced. A clause must contain both... read more
Ask Andrew Anything: Special Education Edition, Part 1: Podcast Episode 259
Back in January, IEW held an online conference called “Success in Teaching Writing: A Special Education Writing Conference from IEW.” It was an incredibly popular event, attended by hundreds of people located all... read more
Stylistic Techniques: the -ly Adverb
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
Dancing to the Imperfect Beat of Life
I’ve sometimes wondered if I should begin a Perfectionists Anonymous group. It isn’t uncommon for me to put off projects because I don’t have the time to do them perfectly, whether the project... read more
All about Accreditation: Podcast Episode 258
Did you know that IEW has an accreditation process? It’s true! It was introduced the summer of 2008, and since that time many people have applied to become IEW accredited instructors. In podcast... read more
Stylistic Techniques: The Who/Which Clause
After students learn how to insert a -ly adverb, the next stylistic technique they learn to construct is a who/which clause, a type of adjective clause. In grammar, a clause has two parts:... read more
Structure and Style for the Gifted and Talented Student: Podcast Episode 257
Just as we all are, students are equipped with a vast range of interests and aptitudes. Some students absolutely love to write, and you can hardly tear them away from their novel-in-progress to... read more
The Power of Imitation: Crafting a Key Word Outline
Imitation. It’s one of the earliest and most impactful ways that humans learn. A very young baby learns to smile at her parents by watching them smiling back at her. Later, as an... read more
More about Overcoming Obstacles in Teaching Reading and Writing: Podcast Episode 256
During last week’s Arts of Language Podcast episode, Andrew and Julie discussed effective ways to overcome obstacles in teaching reading and writing. One of the techniques they mentioned was implementing copywork. But rather... read more
Dialect and Idiolect: I say [tuh-MEY-toh]; you say [tuh-MAH-toh]
The word “dialect” is one most people have likely heard of and possibly even used. Another related word that is less commonly used and understood is “idiolect.” Both of these words have to... read more
Overcoming Obstacles in Teaching Reading and Writing: Podcast Episode 255
Recently IEW hosted an online conference called “Success in Teaching Writing: A Special Education Writing Conference from IEW.” If you missed it, you can watch the recording of it by visiting this link.... read more
Teaching Structure and Style Virtually with Fidelity
As educators continue to adjust to life COVID-19, the difficult reality is that 5-day-a-week traditional schools that were teaching in person may once again be moving to virtual instruction. I taught for over... read more
The IEW Premium Membership: Education, Resources, and Support for Busy Teachers
by Jean Nichols and Jennifer Mauser Since its debut in July 2017, IEW’s Premium Membership has proven to be a tremendous resource for teachers. The Premium Membership wasn’t available when I was first trained in... read more
Understanding Child Brain Development, Part 1: Podcast Episode 253
How does Andrew Pudewa’s educational journey, specifically his years spent learning about child brain development, inform what is done at the Institute for Excellence in Writing? It’s a fascinating history, and in podcast... read more
Nurturing Competent Communicators: Podcast Episodes 251 and 252
One of Andrew’s most popular conference presentations is “Nurturing Competent Communicators,” which is predicated on two points. In podcast Episode 251, Andrew and Julie revisit the first of the points, which is this:... read more
Success in Teaching Writing: A Special Education Writing Conference from IEW
We are excited to announce Success in Teaching Writing, an upcoming online conference that will focus on special needs. Happening on Saturday, January 16, 2021, this full-day writing conference will offer sessions for... read more
Ask Andrew Anything: Podcast Episode 250
CCL. It’s the Roman numeral for 250, and this week the Arts of Language Podcast launches its 250th show, podcast Episode 250. This milestone marks another round of “Ask Andrew Anything.” In the... read more
Teaching Literature through Discussion: Podcast Episode 262
A common rite of passage for students is to read a novel for an English class and then be expected to... read more
A Compelling Competition: The IEW Essay Writing Contest
One of my favorite jobs is working at a local academic homeschool co-op. This year I am the high school English... read more
Announcing IEW’s 2021 Writing Contest!
As winter begins to wane, and the days slowly stretch out longer and longer, we at IEW grow excited because we... read more
Ask Andrew Anything: Special Education Edition, Part 2: Podcast Episode 260
Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker pick up where they left off in the last podcast episode as they continue addressing questions... read more
Stylistic Techniques: the Because Clause
This week’s featured stylistic technique is the because clause dress-up. After learning the -ly adverb, who/which clause, and strong verb dress-ups,... read more
Ask Andrew Anything: Special Education Edition, Part 1: Podcast Episode 259
Back in January, IEW held an online conference called “Success in Teaching Writing: A Special Education Writing Conference from IEW.” It... read more
Stylistic Techniques: the -ly Adverb
In the stylistic techniques progression, the -ly adverb is the first dress-up that students encounter. An adverb modifies either a verb,... read more
Dancing to the Imperfect Beat of Life
I’ve sometimes wondered if I should begin a Perfectionists Anonymous group. It isn’t uncommon for me to put off projects because... read more
All about Accreditation: Podcast Episode 258
Did you know that IEW has an accreditation process? It’s true! It was introduced the summer of 2008, and since that... read more
Stylistic Techniques: The Who/Which Clause
After students learn how to insert a -ly adverb, the next stylistic technique they learn to construct is a who/which clause,... read more
Structure and Style for the Gifted and Talented Student: Podcast Episode 257
Just as we all are, students are equipped with a vast range of interests and aptitudes. Some students absolutely love to... read more
The Power of Imitation: Crafting a Key Word Outline
Imitation. It’s one of the earliest and most impactful ways that humans learn. A very young baby learns to smile at... read more
More about Overcoming Obstacles in Teaching Reading and Writing: Podcast Episode 256
During last week’s Arts of Language Podcast episode, Andrew and Julie discussed effective ways to overcome obstacles in teaching reading and... read more
Dialect and Idiolect: I say [tuh-MEY-toh]; you say [tuh-MAH-toh]
The word “dialect” is one most people have likely heard of and possibly even used. Another related word that is less... read more
Overcoming Obstacles in Teaching Reading and Writing: Podcast Episode 255
Recently IEW hosted an online conference called “Success in Teaching Writing: A Special Education Writing Conference from IEW.” If you missed... read more
Teaching Structure and Style Virtually with Fidelity
As educators continue to adjust to life COVID-19, the difficult reality is that 5-day-a-week traditional schools that were teaching in person... read more
The IEW Premium Membership: Education, Resources, and Support for Busy Teachers
by Jean Nichols and Jennifer Mauser Since its debut in July 2017, IEW’s Premium Membership has proven to be a tremendous resource for... read more
Understanding Child Brain Development, Part 1: Podcast Episode 253
How does Andrew Pudewa’s educational journey, specifically his years spent learning about child brain development, inform what is done at the... read more
Nurturing Competent Communicators: Podcast Episodes 251 and 252
One of Andrew’s most popular conference presentations is “Nurturing Competent Communicators,” which is predicated on two points. In podcast Episode 251,... read more
Success in Teaching Writing: A Special Education Writing Conference from IEW
We are excited to announce Success in Teaching Writing, an upcoming online conference that will focus on special needs. Happening on... read more
Ask Andrew Anything: Podcast Episode 250
CCL. It’s the Roman numeral for 250, and this week the Arts of Language Podcast launches its 250th show, podcast Episode... read more
