Email
Are the following words acceptable in an email to a teacher: Lol, rofl, lol, lmk.
No! These words are examples of textspeak and are not acceptable in an email.
True or False: The classroom chat in Teams is for you to say hi and catch up with your friends.
False. The classroom chat is for questions to the teacher and any topical answers to the teacher's questions.
What is the P in PARK?
Purposeful. What does purposeful communication mean?
When should your microphone be muted?
Any time you are not directly talking to the teacher.
How would you address a teacher properly?
Using Mr., Mrs., Ms. or any other professional title. You can also address at teacher with "Dear Mr./Ms.," or with their just title and last name "Mr./Ms. _____)
True or False: You should answer other students' questions in the classroom chat.
False, you should allow the teacher to answer questions unless other instructions have been given.
What is the A in PARK?
Appropriate. What does it mean to have appropriate communication?
How much background noise should be in your workspace?
As little as possible. Eliminate any loud noises when you can.
What should I do after I email a teacher?
Be patient! Please do not send repetitive messages.
True of False: You should ask the same questions as many times as you can if the teacher doesn't answer you right away.
False. Ask your teacher a question once and wait for them to answer you.
What is the R in PARK?
Respectful. How can you have communication that is respectful?
What voice level should you use when speaking to your teacher and/or classmates in Teams?
Voice Level 2 - Normal Speaking voice
What should be in the subject line of an email?
A brief indication of what your email is about.
True or False: E-mails to a teacher are a form of communication.
True! You are using your email to convey your thoughts and ideas!
What is the K in PARK?
Kind. What does it mean to be kind when communicating?
How should you end an email?
With your full name.
True or False: I have learned something about Email Etiquette.
True! What is something that you have learned?
When should you use PARK for communication?
Any time you are communicating with a teacher or student?