How can teachers and teaching parents teach writing confidently? This week, Andrew and Julie address the question. Andrew first explains the complex task of writing. Once teachers understand the process, they can then break it down into manageable steps that make the skill both teachable and learnable. Be encouraged by the episode and learn how IEW's methodology equips you to separate the complexity of writing so that you and your students can find success!

• Structure and Style for Students

• Article

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As a long-time partner to WORLD Magazine, the Arts of Language Podcast is excited to have Kelsey Reed as a guest. Kelsey is a news coach for God's WORLD News. In this encouraging episode, Kelsey discusses her role in helping parents navigate challenging conversations with their children about current events. Kelsey desires to instill confidence and hope by approaching the news with a biblical perspective. 

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As reading is an important language art, Andrew and Julie are thrilled to welcome a fellow lover of reading Sarah Mackenzie. Sarah is a homeschool mom, author, and the founder of Read-Aloud Revival, which announced the launch of its own boutique publishing imprint: Waxwing Books. In this episode Sarah talks about the publisher's first book, A Little More Beautiful: The Story of a Garden. As the author of this children's book, Sarah shares her insight on what makes a classic children's book and provides background on her experience writing the book. 

• Sarah Mackenzie

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The start of the school year is an exciting time—a time when energy and motivation are high in the classroom. With many returning to school this month, Andrew and Julie address teachers and teaching parents by discussing ways they can carry the energy from the beginning of the semester throughout the year. From challenging your students to incorporate all of the dress-ups in one sentence, to tracking your students' progress, you'll hear tried and true tips for supercharging creativity and motivation in your classroom!  

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To join them in this Homeschool 101 episode, Andrew and Julie welcome Dr. Lisa Dunne. Dr. Dunne is a homeschool mom, author, and founder of Chula Vista Christian University. With over twenty years of classroom experience, Dr. Dunne speaks on her vision of education reform. Her organization's work includes establishing homeschool academies that allow parents to partner with local churches. Additionally Dr. Dunne discusses her new book, Outsourced, and capitalizes on the importance of parental involvement in their children's education.

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For many, August is a month of anticipation as the start of the school year approaches. In this week's episode, Andrew and Julie address teachers who will be using IEW's method in the classroom. From tips on decorating the classroom to suggestions on equipping yourself, you’ll learn some practical and effective preparations for a successful year of teaching with Structure and Style!

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When teaching Structure and Style for Students, Andrew had each student hire an editor and deliver a letter that he had written to him or her. After all, every good writer has an editor. Andrew and Julie read the letter and discuss the role that editors play in helping students bring their finest pieces to publication. Andrew cautions against overcorrecting and instead recommends that editors focus on ensuring that the composition or essay is "legal."

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With Julie being away this week, Andrew asked Evan Smith to join him for the podcast. Evan is one of our educational consultants and a member of the accreditation team. By tuning in you'll learn about Evan's experience with IEW, be introduced to the process of becoming an accredited instructor, and gain insight on the benefits of working through the Teaching Writing: Structure and Style teacher-training course. 

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The Arts of Language Podcast is honored to welcome Dr. Nicholas Ellis this week. Dr. Ellis is the founder and CEO of Christian Halls International (CHI), an organization that organizes and nurtures local communities for students in higher education programs. In the episode you'll learn about the inspiring work Dr. Ellis and his organization are doing and IEW's exciting partnership with CHI, in which students can receive college credit for completing Structure and Style for Students Year 1C paired with Fix It! Grammar. 

• Christian Halls: Leadership Team

• "Dual Enrollment with IEW"

• Year 1 Level C

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Keeping up with tradition, Andrew responds to inquiries submitted by our podcast listeners in another "Ask Andrew Anything." This week, Andrew addresses questions about the checklist, grading, teaching in a classroom, and much more! Whether you're a parent, a co-op tutor, or a full-time school teacher, you'll glean much from Andrew's insightful answers. Also, Andrew reads a sweet letter he received in the mail from an IEW student! 

• Structure and Style for Students

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