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What is it? 
Electronic mail (E-mail) is an electronic communication medium in which correspondence is sent to an electronic mailbox. E-mail permits users to send out information to others much in the same way as traditional mail, but has a virtually instantaneous transit time.
What are the educational uses and benefits?
Communication:
- Can be used to notify students of any upcoming events or changes. Can facilitate communication between groups of students and with the instructor.
Classroom Management
- E-mail can be used to submit assignments via attachment. This ensures that assignments are time-stamped upon submission and instructors can set up folders specifically for student e-mails.
Discussion:
- E-mail discussion groups can encourage students who are normally shy in verbal discussions to provide input.
Feedback:
- Can be used to provide instant feedback on student queries, projects, and assignments.
Can I see an example?
An example of E-mail is coming soon! Please check back!
How do I get started?
There are multiple free email programs available on the Internet such as:
- AIM Mail
- BigString.com
- FastMail
- Gmail
- Goowy Mail
- Hotmail/MSN mail
- HotPOP
- Inbox.com
- My Way Mail
- Thunderbird
- Yahoo! Mail
Most of these e-mail accounts will require background information and that the user create a username and password. Each e-mail provider will offer different options, tools, and storage space.
University of Florida students, staff, and faculty are given free e-mail accounts based on their UF ID and GatorLink. To learn more about e-mail at UF visit:
Where can I learn more?
- Email Accounts Guide: A comparison chart of free e-mail programs.
- Gmail: A free e-mail service provided by Google.
- MSN Hotmail: A free e-mail service provided by MSN.
- Top 10 Free E-mail Services: An article, screenshots, and reviews of the top 10 free email services.
- Wikipedia - E-mail: Detailed definition and examples of e-mail.
- Yahoo Mail: A free e-mail service provided by Yahoo.
