Episode 522: How the Word Because Promotes Thinking

"Don't start a sentence with because!" is a common refrain among teachers. In this episode, Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker discuss why this word is important and how it fits into IEW's list of stylistic techniques. Andrew considers how this word promotes thinking and why teaching students to use it provides exercise in overcoming awkwardness in writing. Why else should you listen to this episode? You should listen because you will discover how learning to write actually helps you learn to listen better. Referenced Materials Teaching Writing: Structure and Style ® "But it's so . . . so . . . awkward!" University-Ready Writing IEW Accreditation Transcript of Podcast Episode 522 If you have questions for Andrew, send them to podcast@IEW.com Perhaps your question will be answered at the next Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have questions about IEW products or classes, contact customer service at 800.856.5815 or info@IEW.com

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Episode 522: How the Word Because Promotes Thinking is an episode from The Arts of Language Podcast by IEW (Andrew Pudewa).

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This episode was published on Mar 25, 2026.

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