How To Email Like A Pro
Business English
Intermediate
In this ESL business lesson plan on emailing, we delve into the essential art of email etiquette. Equip learners with the skills to write professional emails, fostering effective communication in the global business arena.
Pre-Lesson Work.
Instructions:
Download and send the pre-lesson work to your students for class preparation.
Warm Up.
Activity Instructions
Decide if the following email addresses are appropriate or inappropriate to use in a professional environment.
Activity Aim
Introduce the topic through an engaging exercise.
Activity Time
5 minutes.
Greetings.
Activity Instructions
Decide on the formality of each greetings provided, and discuss when you would use each one. The answers given are a guide.
Activity Aim
Introduce the topic through an engaging exercise.
Activity Time
5 minutes.
Questions.
Activity Instructions
Discuss the following lead-in questions as a class.
Activity Aim
Introduce the topic through engaging questions.
Activity Time
10 minutes.
Video.
Activity Instructions
Watch the video before or during the class.
Activity Aim
Explore the world of email etiquette through an awesome video.
Activity Time
5 minutes.
Comprehension.
Activity Instructions
Choose the correct answer to each video-based comprehension question.
Activity Aim
Ensure students understand the ideas and concepts presented in the video.
Activity Time
10 minutes.
Video Quotes.
Activity Instructions
Complete the quotes by choosing the correct words.
Activity Aim
Improve reading and comprehension skills, and expand vocabulary.
Activity Time
5 minutes.
Discussion.
Activity Instructions
Discuss the following questions as a class.
Activity Aim
Learn through speaking and making errors. Have fun!
Activity Time
25 minutes.
Debate.
Activity Instructions
State if you agree or disagree with each statement, explaining why. Use the language from the pre-lesson work PDF.
Activity Aim
Improve speaking skills, critical thinking, and persuasive communication.
Activity Time
15 minutes.
Case Studies.
Activity Instructions
Read each situation, then decide what you would do. Use the tips and language from the lesson when possible.
Activity Aim
Improve language skills through engaging conversations and hypothetical thinking.
Activity Time
15 minutes.
Sign-Offs.
Activity Instructions
Decide on the formality of each sign-off provided, and discuss when you would use each one. The answers given are a guide.
Activity Aim
End the class with a fun speaking activity, that enables students to learn more about email etiquette.
Activity Time
5 minutes.
Homework.
Instructions:
Download the homework PDF and send to the student.
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