Academic Resources

Offering curated tools, writing guides and study strategies to help students strengthen their academic skills and continue learning independently.

Helpful Guides and External Resources

Concrete Examples for Math

Use specific, real-world examples to make abstract math concepts easier to understand. Draw from class notes, lectures or everyday life to deepen comprehension and improve retention.

PIE Paragraphs

Use the PIE structure: Point, Information, Explanation. This approach ensures strong, well-organized paragraphs and helps break down large writing tasks into manageable steps.

Focus and Productivity Tips

  • Use tools like Quizlet to reinforce vocabulary and concepts
  • Try Flora, an app that helps you stay off your phone while you study
  • Prioritize outputs like writing or speaking when studying independently
  • Set a daily goal and check in with yourself each evening

Reading with Purpose

Struggling to stay focused while reading? Ask yourself questions as you go. Annotate, highlight key points and break the text into chunks. Reading aloud can also help with comprehension.

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