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
On Teaching and Evaluating Writing, Part 2: Podcast Episode 234
Last week Andrew and Julie began a conversation about how to teach writing. In this week’s podcast, Episode 234, they continue their discussion, this time centering more on how to appropriately evaluate writing.... read more
On Teaching and Evaluating Writing, Part 1: Podcast Episode 233
This year it seems as if there are more and more children who will be learning from home. With all of these new at-home learners, there are more and more at-home teachers. Parents... read more
From the Mailbag: What about Spelling Mistakes?
Individuals who registered for IEW’s online writing conference, From Imitation to Innovation, had the opportunity to submit questions with their registration. While Andrew and Julie weren’t able to respond to each one during... read more
The Deadly Error of Over-Expectation: Podcast Episode 216
This week’s podcast, Episode 216, concludes the series focusing on the four deadly errors of teaching writing. In the earlier episodes Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker discussed the first three errors: overcorrecting, withholding... read more
The Deadly Error of Overcorrecting: Podcast Episode 211
Considered a must-read article for good reason, Andrew Pudewa’s “The Four Deadly Errors of Teaching Writing” takes center stage in the first of a four-part conversation between Andrew and Julie Walker in podcast... read more
Take It “EZ+1”
As educators we have a lot to keep track of. Planning lessons, grading, evaluating progress, and communicating with students and parents require our time and attention. Now add to these tasks the typical... 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
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
Building a Fortress of Encouragement
"Sometimes we feel like if we can't do it perfectly, we won't have success. The truth is, if it's worth doing, it's worth doing imperfectly. So go ahead and just do your best."... read more
Addressing Questions about Testing and Assessment: Podcast Episode 183
In Podcast 183, roles are reversed, as Andrew Pudewa’s guest, Gary Hartenburg, PhD, becomes the interviewer and Andrew the interviewee. Dr. Hartenburg is the director of the Honors College at Houston Baptist University... 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
On Teaching and Evaluating Writing, Part 2: Podcast Episode 234
Last week Andrew and Julie began a conversation about how to teach writing. In this week’s podcast, Episode 234, they continue... read more
On Teaching and Evaluating Writing, Part 1: Podcast Episode 233
This year it seems as if there are more and more children who will be learning from home. With all of... read more
From the Mailbag: What about Spelling Mistakes?
Individuals who registered for IEW’s online writing conference, From Imitation to Innovation, had the opportunity to submit questions with their registration.... read more
The Deadly Error of Over-Expectation: Podcast Episode 216
This week’s podcast, Episode 216, concludes the series focusing on the four deadly errors of teaching writing. In the earlier episodes... read more
The Deadly Error of Overcorrecting: Podcast Episode 211
Considered a must-read article for good reason, Andrew Pudewa’s “The Four Deadly Errors of Teaching Writing” takes center stage in the... read more
Take It “EZ+1”
As educators we have a lot to keep track of. Planning lessons, grading, evaluating progress, and communicating with students and parents... 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
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
Building a Fortress of Encouragement
"Sometimes we feel like if we can't do it perfectly, we won't have success. The truth is, if it's worth doing,... read more
Addressing Questions about Testing and Assessment: Podcast Episode 183
In Podcast 183, roles are reversed, as Andrew Pudewa’s guest, Gary Hartenburg, PhD, becomes the interviewer and Andrew the interviewee. Dr.... read more