This lesson contains 13 slides, with text slides and 4 videos.
Lesson duration is: 45 min
Items in this lesson
Letter of complaint
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What do you think should be in a letter of complaint?
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Structure email or letter of complaint
part 1
opening
When you do know the recipient's name: Dear Mr (or Mrs, Ms, Miss, etc.) Surname.
When you don't know the recipient's name:
Dear Sir/Madam, or To whom it may concern.
part 2
introduction paragraph
In your first sentence draw the recipient’s attention to the matter you’re going to raise or discuss.
body paragraph(s)
Provide some detailed background information; describe the circumstances that resulted in your dissatisfaction. Then, expand on the effects and consequences the problem had—show what damage you’ve suffered.
final paragraph
In conclusion, you should state what your expectations are and when you want to receive an answer to your complaint.
part 3
the close
When you do know the recipient's name: Yours sincerely, When you don't know the recipient's name: Yours faithfully,
Type your name underneath your signature.
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For next class: write a letter of complaint.
Choose from:
1. Having had to wait for you food for a very long time
2. Not having been helped properly in hospital
You may use the following videos as a source of inspiration.
Download the document "Letters of complaint classmaterial" from your studiewijzer.
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Slide 8 - Video
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While watching the video, take notes on
the general issue at hand
specific examples of housing problems students encounter