Explain the structure of a formal email and give examples of each part.
Subject Line
Short and specific, summarizes the content of the email
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Explain the importance of a clear and concise subject line and provide examples.
Salutation
Use a formal greeting such as 'Dear' followed by the recipient's name and title
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Explain the proper way to address the recipient in a formal email and give examples.
Introduction
Introduce yourself and state the purpose of the email
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Explain the importance of a clear and concise introduction and provide examples.
Body
Provide information or request in a clear and organized manner
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Explain the importance of clear and concise language in the body of the email and provide examples.
Closing
Use a formal closing such as 'Sincerely' followed by your name and contact information
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Explain the proper way to close a formal email and give examples.
Practice
Write a formal email to a professor requesting an extension on an assignment
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Provide a prompt for students to practice writing a formal email in class or for homework. Provide feedback on their writing.
Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.
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Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.
Write down 2 things you want to know more about.
Slide 12 - Open question
Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.
Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.
Slide 13 - Open question
The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.