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What’s Wrong with Writing Education? | Ana Lorena Fabrega | How I Write Podcast

May 8, 2024

Ana Lorena Fabrega, Chief Evangelist at Synthesis School and author of "The Learning Game," discusses her journey from a frustrated teacher to a beloved author. She shares the seven outdated writing principles to unlearn for a more fulfilling writing experience. Ana emphasizes the importance of personal storytelling, creativity over grammar, and a supportive environment for feedback. With a focus on generating ideas and embracing unique voices, she encourages listeners to share their impactful ideas and transform their writing approach.

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Ana Lorena Fábrega

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Quick takeaways

Unlearn traditional writing principles to fall in love with writing again.

Challenge conventional teaching methods to promote creativity in education.

Use visuals and design to enhance creative expression and engage readers effectively.

Deep dives

Struggling with Traditional Writing Teaching Methods

Anna talks about her struggle with traditional writing teaching methods, highlighting the importance of unlearning how she had been taught to write. She reflects on her journey of overcoming writing challenges and emphasizes the need to enjoy writing in order to excel at it.

Challenging Misconceptions and Embracing the Learning Process in Writing

02:58

Exploring the Depth of Knowledge and Writing Process

03:00

Simplicity is Key in Communication

01:00

Exploration, Simplicity, and Provocation in Writing

04:23

Intro

4min

Generating Ideas with Structure and Excitement

2min

Redefining Writing Expectations

20min

Reimagining Writing Education: Fostering Creativity Over Grammar

4min

The Art of Visual Storytelling in Book Design

5min

The Emotional Landscape of Writing

15min

From frustrated middle school teacher to Chief Evangelist at Synthesis School. From 46 email subscribers to 165,000. From hating writing to publishing her first book with a major publishing house: The Learning Game.

What made all of this possible for Ana Fabrega?

She unlearned how to write.

In this episode, Ana shares the seven writing principles you should unlearn if you want to fall in love with writing again and reach people with your ideas. Like Ana, your best ideas could have the power to impact hundreds, if not thousands, of people. You just need to share them in a way that resonates.

If you’re ready to start making an impact with your ideas, then come learn writing for the modern age.

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msfab_learninglab/

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