Are You Teaching Essays The Wrong Way? Ep. 16

Are You Teaching Essays The Wrong Way? Ep. 16

Update: 2025-09-14
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 What if your students could experience essay structure instead of just being told about it? In this episode, I introduce The Rebuild Relay, which is a constructivist teaching method that gets students moving, problem-solving, and teaching each other. You’ll hear how it works with a 7th grade argumentative essay, why it’s more effective than reading the rubric aloud, and how it can be adapted for younger learners with a fun Detective & Informant twist. Plus, I’ll share ways this strategy can be used across subjects like math, science, and history. 

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Are You Teaching Essays The Wrong Way? Ep. 16

Are You Teaching Essays The Wrong Way? Ep. 16

Robin Mellom