Season 6 | Episode 11 | Why Writing Matters More Than We Think with Natalie Wexler

In this episode, education writer Natalie Wexler joins us to explore why writing is not just a way to assess learning, but a powerful tool for thinking, knowledge building, and student understanding. We unpack the cognitive benefits of writing, including how retrieval practice and elaboration can be embedded through simple, manageable classroom strategies. Natalie also shares practical advice for teachers and school leaders on strengthening writing instruction across the curriculum and avoiding common pitfalls.