Pupils learn about the various types of business documents and discover how to enhance them using word processing tools. Next, they respond to hypothetical business scenarios by writing professional letters.

Concepts

business letters, business skills, word processing, career skills, basic computer skills

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Instructional Ideas

• Show various samples of memorandums, proposals, newsletters, and reports 
• Create a T-chart on the board to show the difference between a letter and an email

Classroom Considerations

• Requires projection 

Pros

• Includes specific learning objectives 
• Provides an enrichment activity 

Cons

• Excludes recommended strategies 

Common Core

W.9-10.4 W.11-12.4