Study Skills and Strategy Quick Links
Study Helps
Writing Papers
- University of Toronto - Resources for outlining and structuring a paper
- Online Writing Lab (OWL) at Purdue University - Writing resources and instructional material
Research and Citation
- Research Coach - There are four librarians in Jackson who serve as Research Coaches. They can assist you with challenges doing research
- Research Guides - These guides include databases for specific disciplines, information about books as well as other electronic and print resources specifically related to class disciplines
- Union Library's YouTube Channel - The library's YouTube channel contains videos that can help with resources, starting research and using Google Scholar.
- Union University Library Databases
- APA Style Guide
- MLA Style Guide
- Turabian Style Guide
- American Medical Association (AMA) Style Guide
GPA Calculators
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
- The Pomodoro Technique - why it works and how to do it
- Pomodoro timer
Study Skills
- KhanAcademy - Instructional videos explaining concepts in math, sciences, and humanities, as well as a section on test prep
- Skills You Need - What are study skills and how to use them
- Study Skills for College Students
Reading Comprehension
Concentration and Memory Improvement
Test Preparation
- Chegg - 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
- Multiple-Choice Exams - Practical tips to prepare for and take a multiple-choice exam
Note-Taking Strategies
Grad School Prep
- Graduate School Search - Information about grad school programs and resources for financial aid
- Grad School Applications - Provides guidance and tips for completing grad school applications
- Personal Statement - Tips for writing a personal statement
- GRE Practice Test
- LSAT Practice Test
- MAT Practice Test
- MCAT Preparation Resources
- PCAT Practice Test
Academic Success Apps
- 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
- Evernote - Create text, photo, and audio notes and sync to Mac, PC, or web
- Math Ref Free - Free reference packs for algebra, geometry, trigonometry, probability, statistics and more
- Formulus Free - Free calculus formulas
- The Chemical Touch - View the periodic table
- AudioNote - Record notes and audio synced with a note-taking app
- QuickVoice Recorder - Record ideas, voice memos, dictation, lists, lectures, etc.