ICT: How to Write, Send, and Reply Emails”

Lesson Note: Writing and Sending Emails, Receiving and Replying Emails, Attaching Files to Emails

Topic: ICT: How to Write, Send, and Reply Emails Subject: BST Class: BASIC 5 Curriculum: Hybrid

Lesson Objective: By the end of this lesson, students will be able to write, send, and reply to emails, as well as attach files to emails, using a computer or mobile device.

Introduction (10 minutes): Email is a fast and convenient way to communicate with people locally and internationally. In this lesson, we will learn how to write, send, and reply to emails, as well as attach files to emails.

Writing and Sending Emails (20 minutes):

1. Step 1: Compose a New Email
   • Open an email account (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo Mail)
   • Click on the "Compose" or "New Email" button
   • Enter the recipient's email address in the "To" field
   • Enter a subject for the email in the "Subject" field
   • Type the body of the email in the main text area
2. Step 2: Add Attachments (if necessary)
   • Click on the "Attach file" or "Paperclip" icon
   • Select the file you want to attach from your computer or device
3. Step 3: Send the Email
   • Review the email for spelling and grammar errors
   • Click on the "Send" button to send the email

Receiving and Replying to Emails (20 minutes):

1. Step 1: Check Your Inbox
   • Log in to your email account
   • Click on the "Inbox" tab to view new emails
2. Step 2: Read and Reply to an Email
   • Click on an email to open it
   • Read the email and respond if necessary
   • Click on the "Reply" or "Reply All" button to respond to the email
3. Step 3: Forward an Email (if necessary)
   • Click on the "Forward" button to forward the email to someone else

Attaching Files to Emails (15 minutes):

1. Types of Files That Can Be Attached
   • Documents (e.g., Word, PDF)
   • Images (e.g., JPEG, PNG)
   • Audio and Video Files (e.g., MP3, MP4)
2. How to Attach a File
   • Click on the "Attach file" or "Paperclip" icon
   • Select the file you want to attach from your computer or device

Class Work Questions:

1. What is the purpose of the "Subject" field in an email?
2. How do you attach a file to an email?
3. What is the difference between "Reply" and "Reply All" in an email?

Assignment Questions:

1. Write a short email to a friend or family member about your favorite hobby.
2. Attach a document or image to an email and send it to your teacher or classmate.
3. Forward an email from a friend or family member to someone else.

Group Discussion Questions:

1. What are the benefits of using email for communication?
2. How can you use email to collaborate with others on a project or assignment?
3. What are some common email etiquette rules that you should follow?

Conclusion (10 minutes): In this lesson, we learned how to write, send, and reply to emails, as well as attach files to emails. Remember to always use proper email etiquette and follow the steps outlined in this lesson to communicate effectively via email.