Unit 15 — Writing Effective Emails

In this unit you will learn useful terms and phrases that you will often need when writing emails, including ways to phrase your concerns as well as polite greetings. This will help you follow proper email etiquette.
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Students will learn the following key terms and phrases:

Attached Best wishes Catch someone up Cheers Dear Sir or Madam Follow up In advance In reference to Inquire Keep someone posted Kind regards Look forward to Personalize Preview Reach out Recipient Sign-off Subject line Template Tone
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Reading Activity: An email exchange between an applicant and HR Manager

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Miray sat staring at her laptop, contemplating. She was trying to finally write a speculative application to her dream employer, a well known shipping company. Somehow she felt unsure about everything, from which tone to choose to how to advocate for herself. She knew that she needed to be formal, but she wasn't sure whether to be excessively so or merely to use normal business terminology. Should she…
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Having a descriptive subject line is crucial for achieving higher open rates.
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Pro tip: Finish writing your email before entering the recipient, so as to not accidentally send half-finished messages.
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In order to write an effective email you should carefully draft the preview and subject line, so the receiver is enticed to open the email.
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  • Write an application email for a study abroad scholarship. Describe why you want to study abroad and why you deserve this scholarship. Choose a formal tone. Make sure to write and effective subject line and preview!
  • Imagine you want to buy party decorations for your co-worker’s birthday party. Write an email to “Balloons & Party Supplies”, describing what you need and asking for any additional information required. At the end, place your order. Make sure to write and effective subject line and preview!
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