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
A Christmas Story for the Senses: Dylan Thomas’ “A Child’s Christmas in Wales”
As time seems to speed up the closer we get to the holidays, many educators are preparing special class sessions to celebrate the season with their students. Some plan a class period playing... read more
The Edifying Flame of Candlelight: A Unit 4 Opportunity
Have you ever tuned in to hear Andrew Pudewa speak at a Classical Consortium event? If so, you've probably also enjoyed hearing Professor Carol. Each year she offers a free online Advent calendar.... read more
Grades 3–12 Teachers in Year 2 and Beyond: Customizing Lessons, Part 1 – Choosing Alternate Source Texts
by Jean Nichols and Janet Spitler We have shared a plethora of information to help teachers and students who are new to the IEW approach to writing. This blog series answers the question, “What does... read more
The Reader-Response Journal: A Dialectical Approach to Learning about Literature
Who is Gail Ledbetter? She is a recent U. S. Air Force wing mom, retired homeschool mother of four, and accidental author of Timeline of Classics: Historical Context for the Good and Great... read more
Homeschool State Organizations: More than just conventions! An interview with Anne Miller: Podcast Episode 247
For the latest podcast, Episode 247, Andrew and Julie invite Anne Miller to the mic. Anne is the president and executive director of the Home Educators Association of Virginia (HEAV). Having begun her... read more
Share the Joy!
There’s a reason that December is our favorite time of the year at IEW, and it’s because of the annual Twelve Days of Christmas Giving event. As we look forward to another year... read more
Considering the Possibilities of Unit 3: Podcast Episode 246
Andrew and Julie invited Nathan King to join them in the recording studio for podcast Episode 246. Nathan, a Project Manager for IEW, also enjoys writing fiction. Because November is National Novel Writing... 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
A Christmas Story for the Senses: Dylan Thomas’ “A Child’s Christmas in Wales”
As time seems to speed up the closer we get to the holidays, many educators are preparing special class sessions to... read more
The Edifying Flame of Candlelight: A Unit 4 Opportunity
Have you ever tuned in to hear Andrew Pudewa speak at a Classical Consortium event? If so, you've probably also enjoyed... read more
Grades 3–12 Teachers in Year 2 and Beyond: Customizing Lessons, Part 1 – Choosing Alternate Source Texts
by Jean Nichols and Janet Spitler We have shared a plethora of information to help teachers and students who are new to the... read more
The Reader-Response Journal: A Dialectical Approach to Learning about Literature
Who is Gail Ledbetter? She is a recent U. S. Air Force wing mom, retired homeschool mother of four, and accidental... read more
Homeschool State Organizations: More than just conventions! An interview with Anne Miller: Podcast Episode 247
For the latest podcast, Episode 247, Andrew and Julie invite Anne Miller to the mic. Anne is the president and executive... read more
Share the Joy!
There’s a reason that December is our favorite time of the year at IEW, and it’s because of the annual Twelve... read more
Considering the Possibilities of Unit 3: Podcast Episode 246
Andrew and Julie invited Nathan King to join them in the recording studio for podcast Episode 246. Nathan, a Project Manager... read more
