Navigating Email Etiquette with Professors

Why is it important to include a clear and concise subject line in an email to a professor?

• It shows that you are a serious student.

• It helps the professor identify the email quickly.

• It makes the email look more professional.

• It ensures the email is not marked as spam.

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What should you avoid doing when addressing a professor in an email?

• Using their title like Doctor or Professor.

• Starting the email with 'Hey Professor'.

• Being polite and respectful.

• Including your course and section information.

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Before emailing a professor, what is a good practice to follow?

• Write a long and detailed email.

• Send a draft to a classmate.

• Check the syllabus for answers.

• Ask a friend for advice.

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Why is it important to identify yourself and your course details in an email to a professor?

• It ensures your email is read first.

• It helps the professor remember your name.

• It makes you look more professional.

• Professors teach multiple sections and need to know who you are.

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What tone should you use when communicating with a professor?

• Indifferent and neutral.

• Demanding and assertive.

• Casual and friendly.

• Respectful and polite.

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How should you react if you are upset about an assignment deadline?

• Ignore the assignment.

• Complain to your classmates.

• Politely ask for an extension.

• Send an angry email to the professor.

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Why is it important to use proper grammar and spelling in emails to professors?

• It shows that you are serious about your education.

• It helps you get better grades.

• Professors might help you with internships or jobs.

• It makes the email easier to read.

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What should you avoid using in emails to professors?

• Formal language.

• Abbreviations and slang words.

• A respectful tone.

• Proper punctuation.

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What is a potential consequence of using slang in emails to professors?

• The professor might think you are unprofessional.

• The email might be marked as spam.

• The email might get lost.

• The professor might not understand your message.

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Where can you find more information and advice on proper communication with professors?

• Your course syllabus.

• Social media.

• The Office of Academic Services website.

• Your classmates.

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