Email Etiquette

Verbatim from Common Sense Media:
  • Use a proper salutation, correct grammar, and full sentences.
  • Clearly state the purpose of the email (didn't understand the homework, forgot the field trip form).
  • Save problems, complaints, and other issues for face-to-face discussion -- that avoids a lot of drama.
  • Avoid anything that might be considered rude (check the message over to make sure nothing could be misconstrued).
  • Don't overuse emoticons.
  • Avoid attaching long, elaborate email signatures with images, song quotes, and so on.
  • Don't reply all and send superfluous messages to everybody in the class or community.

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