Episode 304: Why Great Grammar Doesn't Guarantee Great Writers




The Arts of Language Podcast show

Summary: <p>Grammar is certainly important, but it doesn't guarantee a good writer. Why? This week, Andrew and Julie address the question. Andrew will tell you that grammar is most effective for better writing when taught in the right context and at the right time. Tune in to learn about the value of incorporating grammar instruction within writing assignments, and gain insight on when is a good time to begin teaching grammar. Andrew and Julie will also touch on how <em>Fix It!™ Grammar</em> fits into our methodology.  <a href="http://www.iew.com/podcast" target="_blank"><img src="https://iew.com/sites/default/files/images/Blog-Podcast%20Episode%20304%20copy.jpg" style="width:100%;"></a></p> <h3>Referenced Materials:</h3> <ul> <li><a href="https://iew.com/fix" target="_blank"><em>Fix It! Grammar</em></a></li> <li><a href="https://iew.com/help-support/podcast/episode-303-learn-about-new-fix-it-grammar-fourth-edition" target="_blank">Podcast with Denise Kelley</a></li> <li> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Enough-About-Grammar-Joe-Floren/dp/B008WC5R2E" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><em>Enough about Grammar</em></a> by Joe Floren</li> <li> <em><a href="https://iew.com/shop/products/what-about-grammar-andrew-pudewa" target="_blank">But, but, but ... What about Grammar?</a> </em>by Andrew Pudewa</li> <li> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/War-Against-Grammar-CrossCurrents/dp/0867095512" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><em>The War Against Grammar</em></a> by David Mulroy</li> <li><a href="https://iew.com/sss" target="_blank"><em>Structure and Style® for Students</em></a></li> </ul><p>Remember to send your questions to <a href="mailto:Podcast@IEW.com" rel="nofollow">Podcast@IEW.com</a>, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA).</p> <p>If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or <a href="mailto:Info@IEW.com" rel="nofollow">Info@IEW.com</a>.</p>