None of my levels can be described as "easy." Even Level 1 is plenty challenging for a high school student who puts in genuine effort instead of "cruising." I was in my 40s when I first began learning IEW. I still remember the brain strain as I worked on implementing the first few structure and … Continue reading Won’t Level 1 be too easy for my high school student?
Which IEW books do you use for each class?
I do not use any IEW publications in my writing classes; I write and publish my own curriculum. Here are the covers of my handbooks for my three writing levels: Level 1Level 2Level 2 Supplement Level 3 My writing courses are reviewed and approved by IEW every two years when I go through reaccreditation. Over … Continue reading Which IEW books do you use for each class?
What are the differences between the two Level 2 classes?
The only differences are the location, day, and time. Local classes meet in my home in my dedicated classroom, which was recently renovated. One local Level 2 class is available: Thursday at 1-2:30 PM. The online Level 2 class is held live on Zoom. The class sessions are exactly like the sessions I hold locally in … Continue reading What are the differences between the two Level 2 classes?
What are the differences between the three Level 1 classes?
The only differences are the location, the day, and the time. Local classes meet in my home in my dedicated classroom, which was recently renovated. Two different local Level 1 classes are available: Tuesday at 1-2:30 PM and Wednesday at 1-2:30 PM. The online Level 1 class is held live on Zoom. The class sessions … Continue reading What are the differences between the three Level 1 classes?
My student is very bright and already a good writer. Can he/she skip Level 1?
Level 2 writing requires well developed abstract thinking skills, as well as a command of the IEW skills taught in my Level 1 class. Students who have completed my Level 1 are eligible for Level 2 provided they earn: A cumulative grade of 80% or higher for Level 1 assignments and final examProficient or Outstanding … Continue reading My student is very bright and already a good writer. Can he/she skip Level 1?
Can my high school student enroll in Level 2?
Students who have completed my Level 1 are eligible for Level 2. Additionally, students 10th grade and up with a strong foundation in IEW are eligible to be assessed for Level 2. High school students who have had little or no IEW training must begin in Level 1. I have many high school students in … Continue reading Can my high school student enroll in Level 2?