Email Etiquette Review

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What is email etiquette?

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The code of polite behaviors you should use when emailing a teacher or staff member.

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What should you ALWAYS do before you send an email?

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Reread your email and look for any spelling or grammar mistakes, make sure you are sending it to the right teacher, ask a friend or check Google Classroom to ensure your question hasn't already been answered, and add a 'Thank you' and your name to the bottom.

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How long should you wait for your teacher to reply to your email before sending another email?

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24 hours.

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Which email phrasing is more appropriate for addressing a mistake in the gradebook?

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I noticed that my Unit 1 Study Guide is marked missing in the gradebook. I completed this assignment on 9/12. Could you please check to see if you received the assignment when you have a chance?

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Is it usually better to email your teacher a question or ask them during class?

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Ask during class because then you will get an immediate answer and you can ask any follow-up questions you have.

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What is the importance of a subject line in an email?

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It helps the recipient understand the purpose of the email before opening it.

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What tone should you use when writing an email to a teacher?

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A respectful and polite tone.

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Why is it important to check the recipient's email address before sending?

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To ensure that your email reaches the correct person.

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What is a good way to start an email to a teacher?

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Use a polite greeting, such as 'Dear [Teacher's Name]'.

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What should you include in the closing of an email?

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A polite closing statement, such as 'Sincerely' or 'Best regards', followed by your name.