Question

Which of the following should you do when communicating with your instructor through email? More
than one answer may be correct.
1. Accuse your professor of not being clear or caring
2. Write several paragraphs explaining your concerns
3. Write your name and identify your class and section at the beginning of the message
4. Use professional language appropriate for an academic setting
5. Provide information on how your instructor can best reach you.

Answer 1

Correct choices: 3, 4, and 5.

- 3: Identify yourself (name, class and section) so the instructor knows who you are.
- 4: Use professional, respectful language appropriate for an academic setting.
- 5: Include how and when the instructor can best reach you (email, phone, times available).

Do not accuse or insult (1), and keep messages concise—explain your concern clearly but avoid overly long multi-paragraph rants (2).