Business Studies - Junior Secondary 2 - Emails

Emails

TERM: 3RD TERM

WEEK SEVEN

Class: Junior Secondary School 2

Age: 13 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: BUSINESS STUDIES

Topic: EMAILS

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to

I.) Define Emails

II.) Mention the Features at an Email

III.) Describe Formatting

IV.) Explain how to Send an e-mail

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers, demonstration, videos from source

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Videos, loud speaker, textbook, pictures,

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

PRESENTATION

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S

ACTIVITY

STEP 1

INTRODUCTION

The teacher explains the concept of emails and identify the features of an Email

Students listens attentively to the teacher                                                                          

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher explains how to format and send an email

Students exhibit attentiveness and active engagement

STEP 3

NOTE TAKING

The teacher writes a summarized

note on the board

The students

copy the note in

their books

 

NOTE

EMAILS

Emails, short for electronic mail, are messages distributed electronically from one computer user to one or more recipients via a network. It allows for the transmission of text, files, images, and other attachments quickly and securely.

Features of an Email

The major features of an email include:

  1. Sender and Recipient(s): Clearly identifies who the email is from and who it is addressed to.
  2. Subject Line: Concisely summarizes the purpose or topic of the email.
  3. Message Body: Contains the main content of the email, which can include text, links, and attachments.
  4. Attachments: Allows users to include files such as documents, images, or videos with the email.
  5. CC (Carbon Copy) and BCC (Blind Carbon Copy): Options to send copies of the email to additional recipients (CC) or hidden recipients (BCC).
  6. Signature: Optional but often includes the sender's contact information, job title, and company details.
  7. Formatting Options: Basic formatting such as font style, size, color, alignment, and bullet points.

 

Formatting

Formatting an email involves:

I.) Text: Use clear and concise language. Break content into paragraphs for readability. 

II.) Subject Line: Keep it relevant and specific to the email's purpose. 

III.) Attachments: Ensure attachments are relevant and clearly labeled.

IV.) Font and Style: Use standard fonts (e.g., Arial, Times New Roman) and avoid excessive formatting to maintain professionalism.

Send an Email

To send an email:

  1. Compose: Open your email client or platform (e.g., Gmail, Outlook).
  2. Create New Message: Click on "Compose" or "New Message" button.
  3. Recipient: Enter the recipient's email address(es) in the "To" field. Use "CC" and "BCC" fields as needed.
  4. Subject: Enter a clear and concise subject line.
  5. Message Body: Type your message in the body of the email.
  6. Attach Files: If necessary, attach files by clicking on the attachment icon and selecting the file(s) from your computer.
  7. Review: Proofread your email for errors in content, formatting, and attachments.
  8. Send: Click "Send" to deliver the email to the recipient(s).

EVALUATION: 1. Define Emails

  1. Mention 5 Features at an Email
  2. Discuss briefly how you can format an email

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively