Academic Resources

Citation Guides

• APA Style Guide
• MLA Style Guide
• Chicago Style Guide

Writing Tips and Tools

• Scribbr YouTube Channel – Research & Writing Help
• CSU Editorial Style Guide – Especially helpful for resumes, personal statements, and inclusive language.
• Writing Guides – Colorado State – Covers academic writing, note-taking, and research development.

Writing in Different Genres

• Academic Research Tips – Cult of Pedagogy
• Writing in Different Genres – Duke University
• How to Write a Literature Review – NCSU Library
• Literature Review Synthesis Table – Video Tutorial

Professional Writing Resources

• Cover Letters – UC Santa Cruz
• Resume Writing – UCSC Tips

Grammar and Mechanics

• Comma Basics – TED-Ed Video
• Grammar Essentials – Excelsior OWL
• The Punctuation Guide
• Semicolon Use – TED-Ed Video

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.