Study Links

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Writing Papers:

Dartmouth Writing Program - Resources for structuring a paper and choosing an appropriate topic
Online Writing Lab (OWL) at Purdue University - Writing resources and instructional material
College Essay Instructional Videos by Smarthinking

Research and Citation:

RefWorks - provides tools to manage, organize, and streamline research and generates source citations
Union University Library Databases
APA Citation Guide
MLA Citation Guide
Turabian Citation Guide

GPA Calculators:

GPA Calculator
Semester GPA Calculator
GPA Improvement Calculator - Calculate various grade scenarios to determine grades required to improve GPA

Time Management Suggestions:

Where Does Time Go? - Calculate how much time is spent on various activities
Assignment Calculator - Plug in an assignment due date to receive a step-by-step breakdown of manageable tasks to complete the assignment on time
Keys to Successful Time Management - Resources and strategies for time management, includes downloadable schedule templates
Pomodoro Technique for Time Management - Step-by-step guide to utilizing the Pomodoro Technique, includes a free download of the Pomodoro Technique book

Study Skills:

KhanAcademy - Instructional videos explaining concepts in math, sciences, and humanities, as well as a section on test prep
Subject-Specific Study Methods - Best study practices for math, sciences, accounting, and other subject areas
College Survival Skills - Information on taking notes, developing study habits, and preparing for exams
Study Techniques - General study techniques and specific strategies for specialized exams
Learning Styles - Explanations of the 3 main learning styles and a link to the VAK Learning Style Assessment

Reading Comprehension:

Critical Reading Strategies - Information on various reading strategies and resources to improve reading comprehension
SQ3R Reading Method - Step-by-step guide to using the SQ3R reading method to retain information from a textbook
Reading Comprehension Tips and Speed Reading Strategies

Concentration and Memory Improvement:

Memory Principles - Explanation of memory principles which can be utilized to help retain information and refine study skills
Effective Learning Strategies - Best practices for learning independently and in group settings
Improving Concentration - Details the top 6 concentration challenges and provides suggestions to improve focus
Study Environment Analysis - Evaluate study spaces to determine the best location for increased productivity

Test Preparation:

Study Blue - Create, study, and share online flashcards, study guides, and quizzes
Flashcard Machine - Create interactive web-based study flashcards and share them with others
Quizlet - Create flashcards and play study games to review vocabulary words and learn languages
Essay Exams - Strategies to prepare for and take an essay exam
Multiple-Choice Exams - Practical tips to prepare for and take a multiple-choice exam
Top 10 Test-Taking Tips
General Test-Taking Strategies - Best practices for succeeding on various types of tests

Note-Taking Strategies:

Cornell Note-Taking System
Note-Taking Methods - Details over 25 different note-taking strategies, includes downloadable resources
General Note-Taking Suggestions

Grad School Prep:

Grad School Tips - General information on applying to grad schools and details about entrance exams, includes links to practice tests
Grad School Search - Find graduate programs and review admissions and scholarship information
Grad School Applications - Provides guidance and tips for completing grad school applications
Personal Statement - Tips for writing a personal statement
GRE Practice Test
GMAT Practice Test
LSAT Practice Test
MAT Practice Test
MCAT Practice Test
PCAT Practice Test

Academic Success Apps:

The Pomodoro Technique for Time Management - Explanation of the Pomodoro Technique and a link to a free Pomodoro app
myHomework - Keep track of homework, projects, and tests; upcoming assignments are color-coded by due date
To Do - Customize a to do list to increase productivity
Organizer Lite - Create a to do list, set alarms, and manage contacts
Evernote - Create text, photo, and audio notes and sync to Mac, PC, or web
gFlash + Flashcards and Tests - Create flashcards and share with study partners, includes multiple-choice quiz mode
MyGPA Calculator - Input actual grades and "what if" scenarios to calculate semester and cumulative GPA
Vocabolistic - Learn words and meanings, includes quiz mode for GRE and GMAT prep
GMAT Practice Quiz - Prepare for the GMAT with hundreds of practice questions
French Word of the Day - Practice French words and phrases
Free Spanish Tutor - Interactive study tools to improve Spanish skills, includes native speaker audio, vocabulary flashcards and multiple-choice quizzes
Math Ref Free - Free reference packs for algebra, geometry, trigonometry, probability, statistics and more
Formulas Free - Free calculus formulas
Mathemagics Lite - Learn tricks of mental math calculation; helpful for GRE and GMAT prep
The Chemical Touch - View the periodic table
BookShelfLT - Carry up to 10 ebooks at once and search for additional titles
iThoughts - Mind-mapping tool to see the big picture during brainstorming and project planning
Audio Note - Record notes and audio synced with a note-taking app
ZoomReader - Take a picture of text and the app will read it
QuickVoice Recorder - Record ideas, voice memos, dictation, lists, lectures, etc.
Good Reader - Mark up text, highlight passages, and add sticky notes while reading
Speak It! - Convert text to speech
Graphing Calculator - High-resolution function plotter and scientific calculator
Brain Trainer - Improve memory, attention, and creativity
Text Minder - Schedule text reminders to be sent to remember assignments, test dates, meetings, etc.

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Individual Quizzer (I.Q.) Tutors are available to meet with you to develop an individualized study plan based on your unique learning style and assist you with time management techniques. In addition, I.Q. Tutors are available to provide one-on-one test preparation-teaching you test-taking strategies and quizzing you over your study materials.