Skyrim How To Level Destruction

I recently discovered a nice way to level up Destruction, is to learn any Rune spell, then head to a Stormcloak/Imperial camp (preferably to the one you're going against with in the war quests. Rune spells are the best for leveling destruction as you play. You could also conjure an atronach and kill it with spells of the opposite element to level conjuration and destruction at once. In the starter dungeon you can use your starting spells on your companion to your heart's content.

1. Skyrim Level Destruction Fast

Skyrim Level Destruction Fast

So I was always under the assumption that the more you level up Destruction the more powerful it becomes, like leveling Enchanting or One Handed? But I never seem to notice any difference and even using Expert level spells, my sword does significantly more damage. I was told the Midas Magic Mod makes destruction more powerful but I think they meant it just adds more powerful spells:PI had a look at this mod and it seems to be what I'm after. If anyone knows a better mod could you please let me know???