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ACT360 Media

Act Den: Outlook Express Tutorial

For Students 9th - 10th
Are you looking to master Outlook Express? This fun and informative tutorial uses colorful activities and interactive quizzes to teach learners the basics of this e-mail software. The tutorial covers: sending and receiving e-mail, fancy...
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Handout
Other

Emailreplies.com: Email Etiquette

For Students 9th - 10th
This site explains how to send effective email replies. It discusses why email etiquette is necessary and lists email etiquette rules.
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Handout
Online Writing Lab at Purdue University

Purdue University Owl: Email Etiquette

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a guide for those interested in writing emails in the proper format. Provides information on format, attachments, and length.
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Article
Other

Grassroots Consulting: Avoiding the Dark Side of Email

For Students 9th - 10th
This thoughtful essay argues the dangers of miscommunication in e-mail and how to properly convey your message.
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Unit Plan
Education Development Center

Alma: Setting the Tone

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover more about personal letter writing when you use this informative site from the Adult Literacy Media Alliance. This site gives you tips on how to set the tone of your personal letter. This is an excellent resource for all ages.
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Lesson Plan
Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Email Pals

For Teachers K - 1st
The students will participate in an Internet pen pals exchange. They will exchange email with students in other parts of the United States or in other countries. They will learn about the culture and climate in other states and countries...
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Article
Other

Speak Speak: Making Requests in Emails and Letters

For Students 9th - 11th
We often have to make requests and ask for things in our letters and emails. To do this, we use phrases like 'could you' and 'would you.' Here we can see some examples of requests using these. Note the different levels of politeness.
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Article
Other

The 101 Series: E Mail Etiquette

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the 101 Series describes different types of guidelines for sending emails. Some of the guidelines are for the convenience of the sender/receiver. Some of the guidelines have to do with etiquette (manners), and some are...