Digital Foundations™A program of The Luc Cochran Foundation
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Introduction to Email

What email is, what an address means, and how a message travels. This course is written in plain language, moves at your pace, and never assumes you have used technology before. Every lesson includes clear steps, examples and a short knowledge check so you can be sure the skill stuck.

Duration
45 min
Lessons
6 lessons
Quizzes
1 quiz
Instructor
The Luc Cochran Foundation
Last updated
Updated August 31, 2026

What you’ll learn

  • Explain the parts of an email address
  • Read and reply to a message

Course curriculum

Email Basics

Understand what email is and how to read your unique digital address.

  1. 1What Is Email?Explain the concept of electronic mail and how it differs from physical mail.8 min
  2. 2Anatomy of an Email AddressIdentify and explain the three parts of an email address.10 min

The Inbox and Navigation

Learn how to find your way around an email account and read incoming messages.

  1. 1Understanding the InboxIdentify the key areas of an email interface.10 min
  2. 2Reading an EmailOpen a message and identify the sender and contents.7 min

Taking Action

Learn how to reply to others and send your own messages.

  1. 1Replying to MessagesSuccessfully reply to a received email.10 min
  2. 2Composing a New EmailWrite and send a fresh email message from scratch.12 min

Introduction to Email Quiz

Passing score 70% · unlimited attempts

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Who this course is for

  • Adults new to technology
  • Seniors building confidence
  • Job seekers
  • Students and families