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
Reviewing Our Greatest Hits: The Four Forms of Relevancy: Inspired Relevancy Part 2
This week we continue the theme of relevancy by revisiting the second part of the 3-part podcast series on relevancy. The topic of this week’s classic is inspired relevancy. Listen again—or for your... 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
Reviewing Our Greatest Hits: The Four Forms of Relevancy: Intrinsic Relevancy Part 1
We are excited to invite you to the first Reviewing Our Greatest Hits podcast episode. In this first of a 3-episode series, Andrew introduces the highest form of relevancy, intrinsic relevancy. Enjoy listening... read more
Earning Continuing Education Units (CEUs) through Liberty University
Calling all teachers in need of continuing education units! Did you know that IEW partners with Liberty University to offer these units to individuals who complete the Teaching Writing: Structure and Style (TWSS) course and practicum... 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
Three Powerful Courses for Preparing Students for College
I’ve been journeying through this thing called homeschooling for some time now. This family adventure began when my oldest, who is now entering his senior year of college, stayed home to learn his... read more
Living with Dyslexia, Part 2: A Conversation with Chris Pudewa: Podcast Episode 198
The conversation about dyslexia continues between Chris Pudewa and Julie Walker in Podcast Episode 198. In this second part of the two-part podcast, Chris focuses on his experiences while growing up. Find out... 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
Usage: Lay or Lie?
Lay versus lie. These two verbs perennially perplex even the most astute grammarian in terms of correct usage. Hopefully in today’s blog post, we can help you feel more confident as you use... read more
Living with Dyslexia, Part 1, a Conversation with Chris Pudewa: Podcast Episode 197
While Andrew was out of the office traveling last week, Julie Walker welcomed his son, Chris Pudewa, into the studio. Chris, Andrew’s only son, is dyslexic. In Podcast Episode 197, the first of... read more
Savoring the Sweetness of Summer
Doldrums. The word describes a feeling of lassitude or torpor and was derived from an area called the doldrums, located around the equator. Having very little air movement, sailing vessels can sometimes become... read more
Learning about the Third Edition of Bible-Based Writing Lessons: Podcast Episode 196✝
Once upon a time, there was only one IEW product—Teaching Writing: Structure and Style. It empowered, and continues to empower, teachers and parents to take the methodology back into their classrooms and homes... read more
Tutoring Online with IEW—Tips and Tools
Online tutoring is growing by leaps and bounds, and as it grows, more and more tools are being developed to support that environment. In this second installment of a two-part blog post dedicated... read more
Tutoring Online with IEW—Yes, You Can!
With the power of the Internet, physical distances are no longer a barrier. Information is instantly at our fingertips. While this has both positive and negative implications, undoubtedly one of the positives out... read more
Dads and Grads: Podcast Episode 195
Father’s Day was this past Sunday, and for Podcast Episode 195, since it is also the season for graduation and students packing up and heading on to the next stage of their lives,... read more
Sharing Students’ Finest Work—Magnum Opus Magazine
“If I had a dime/dollar for every time I’ve done __________...” How often do we moms and teachers think (or say) something like this? Repeated or mundane tasks sometimes feel as if they... read more
Where Are They Now? Kristianne Hassman—Student and Author
We love to hear from our customers. One of them recently contacted us to share her daughter’s success using IEW materials. Her daughter, Kristianne, had been working through Student Intensive Continuation Course Level... read more
“Equipping Your Student with Secret Weapons for the Fall”: Podcast Episode 194
School’s out! Time to put away the books and forget about school for a few precious, sun-drenched, fun-filled months, right? Wrong! And in Podcast Episode 194, Andrew and Julie talk about why. As... read more
Reminiscences of Father Blessings
Fathers play a critically important role in the raising of the children—a role that is all too often undervalued or made to appear farcical in popular culture. In actuality, though, fathers provide modeling... read more
From the Mailbag: I Hate IEW!
It’s always a treat to receive letters from IEW teachers and students. This elementary student had her own thoughts about the way she was being taught and decided to let Andrew Pudewa know... 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
Reviewing Our Greatest Hits: The Four Forms of Relevancy: Inspired Relevancy Part 2
This week we continue the theme of relevancy by revisiting the second part of the 3-part podcast series on relevancy. The... 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
Reviewing Our Greatest Hits: The Four Forms of Relevancy: Intrinsic Relevancy Part 1
We are excited to invite you to the first Reviewing Our Greatest Hits podcast episode. In this first of a 3-episode... read more
Earning Continuing Education Units (CEUs) through Liberty University
Calling all teachers in need of continuing education units! Did you know that IEW partners with Liberty University to offer these units... 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
Three Powerful Courses for Preparing Students for College
I’ve been journeying through this thing called homeschooling for some time now. This family adventure began when my oldest, who is... read more
Living with Dyslexia, Part 2: A Conversation with Chris Pudewa: Podcast Episode 198
The conversation about dyslexia continues between Chris Pudewa and Julie Walker in Podcast Episode 198. In this second part of the... 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
Usage: Lay or Lie?
Lay versus lie. These two verbs perennially perplex even the most astute grammarian in terms of correct usage. Hopefully in today’s... read more
Living with Dyslexia, Part 1, a Conversation with Chris Pudewa: Podcast Episode 197
While Andrew was out of the office traveling last week, Julie Walker welcomed his son, Chris Pudewa, into the studio. Chris,... read more
Savoring the Sweetness of Summer
Doldrums. The word describes a feeling of lassitude or torpor and was derived from an area called the doldrums, located around... read more
Learning about the Third Edition of Bible-Based Writing Lessons: Podcast Episode 196✝
Once upon a time, there was only one IEW product—Teaching Writing: Structure and Style. It empowered, and continues to empower, teachers... read more
Tutoring Online with IEW—Tips and Tools
Online tutoring is growing by leaps and bounds, and as it grows, more and more tools are being developed to support... read more
Tutoring Online with IEW—Yes, You Can!
With the power of the Internet, physical distances are no longer a barrier. Information is instantly at our fingertips. While this... read more
Dads and Grads: Podcast Episode 195
Father’s Day was this past Sunday, and for Podcast Episode 195, since it is also the season for graduation and students... read more
Sharing Students’ Finest Work—Magnum Opus Magazine
“If I had a dime/dollar for every time I’ve done __________...” How often do we moms and teachers think (or say)... read more
Where Are They Now? Kristianne Hassman—Student and Author
We love to hear from our customers. One of them recently contacted us to share her daughter’s success using IEW materials.... read more
“Equipping Your Student with Secret Weapons for the Fall”: Podcast Episode 194
School’s out! Time to put away the books and forget about school for a few precious, sun-drenched, fun-filled months, right? Wrong!... read more
Reminiscences of Father Blessings
Fathers play a critically important role in the raising of the children—a role that is all too often undervalued or made... read more
From the Mailbag: I Hate IEW!
It’s always a treat to receive letters from IEW teachers and students. This elementary student had her own thoughts about the... read more
