Stop and think!
Who sent the link?
Is the email containing links from a teacher, fellow classmate, friend or even a family member?
Do you know the sender? And did you expect to receive an email from them?
Why do I need to click the link?
Is the email asking you to click a link to update personal information? Are you being asked to visit a website?
Where does the link go?
Are there grammar issues in the email or link? Typos? Does the text of the link match the destination?
How else could I take the same action?
Could you visit a trusted website without clicking the link in the email? Could you call the sender?