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Sending Email
The Blackboard Email allows users a way to send email messages outside of the Blackboard system without having to login to a separate email client.Accessing the Blackboard Email Tool
If the instructor is using the Blackboard Email system, then you will receive those messages via your Preferred Email account.
Emailing your Instructor
You can use the Blackboard email tool to email your instructor. Once you have clicked into the email tool, find the option "All Instructor Users".
Creating and Sending Email
Once you have selected the "All Instructor Users" email option, you will be taken to the email composition page. You should see your course instructor(s) listed in the "To" field, and your own email address listed in the "From" field. These are automatically loaded from the system and are not editable.
To send an email to your instructor:
- Enter a Subject for your email message.
- Type your Message in the corresponding text area field.
- If necessary, click Attach a File to browse for files from your computer. You can attach multiple files. After you add one file, the option to attach another file appears.
- Click Submit to send your message.
Email Tips:
Here are a few tips that can help you keep your Email messages efficient and effective:
- Provide a greeting
- Make your message clear and concise
- Use complete sentences
- Check your spelling and grammar
- Quote others when appropriate
- Provide a concise and clear subject line
- ALL CAPS can be seen as raising one’s voice online
- Put a signature with your name at the end
- Keep emails sent to your instructor so you have proof of correspondance
- Keep a courteous and professional tone