Online Learning Resources

NYSSCPA Glossary: Offers a wide range of terminology when you need a quick definition, are writing a research paper, or just want to enhance your knowledge.

Khan Academy – Macroeconomics: Extensive tutorials and resources that can help provide an additional level of comprehension, from basic concepts to international trade and finance.

Khan Academy – Microeconomics: Extensive tutorials and resources that can help provide an additional level of comprehension, from supply and demand to market failure.

Electrical Engineering Lectures: A series of lectures that cover variable frequency, arc flash, and panel fabrication.

EE Times: An online journal covering current topics and breakthroughs in the field of electrical engineering.

Engineering Exchange: A community-run blog and resource collection that provides video tutorials and news about current developments in the field. The question-and-answer thread and comment boxes allow you to become engaged with engineers from around the country.

Algorithms and Data Structures: Research and reference materials on topics such as dynamic programming, recursion, and more.

Design and Analysis of Algorithms: A comprehensive collection of lecture notes ranging from vectors all the way to linear programming. This is a great study and review site to solidify your understanding of your course material.

Computational Science and Discovery: An online scholarly journal free to the public with full-text articles. This is a great resource for research papers and staying current with what research is being done by professionals in the field.

Overview of Computational Science: For students new to the major, check out this overview to get a sense of what your college courses (and beyond that, your career) will encompass.

Kaplan Test Prep: A site to help you get started preparing for the GMAT exam. They provide study tips, GMAT courses, tutoring, and practice exams.

Khan Academy – GMAT: The Khan Academy offers free online video tutorials that guide students through practice questions to help you prepare.

MBA – GMAT: This is the official site for the GMAT where you can register for the exam, find study tips, learn general information about MBA programs and help start your career in the business world.

Princeton Review: The Princeton Review provides private personalized tutoring, online courses, study books, and study tips.

ETS – GRE: The official site for the GRE where you can learn more about the GRE exam, register for the exam, and find some helpful study tips.

Kaplan – GRE: This site will help you prepare for the GRE exam. They provide online GRE courses, GRE study books, tutoring, study tips, and practice exams.

Princeton Review: A well-known site that will help you start preparing for the GRE exam. They provide private personalized tutoring, online GRE courses, study books, practice exams, and study tips.

Kaplan – LSAT: This site provides you with diagnostic exams, practice exams, study books, online LSAT courses, one-to-one tutoring, and classroom sessions.

LSAC – LSAT: The official site for law and prelaw students. Students can register for the LSAT and learn more about the exam and law school in general. Students have access to law forums and resources to help them start their law careers.

Princeton Review: This site provides you with personalized private tutoring, online LSAT courses, study books, diagnostic exams, practice exams, and study tips.

AAMC – MCAT: The official site for medical and pre-med students. Students can register for the MCAT and learn more about the exam and different medical schools. Students have access to forums, diagnostic exams, updated news, and study tips.

Kaplan – MCAT: This provides you with diagnostic exams, practice exams, study books, online MCAT courses, one-to-one tutoring, and classroom sessions.

Princeton Review: Provides you with personalized private tutoring, online MCAT courses, study books, diagnostic exams, practice exams, and study tips.

ETS – TOEFL: The official site for students looking to take the TOEFL exam. Students can learn more about the exam and register online. They also provide the students with study books, study tips, and other tips on how to prepare for the exam. Students have access to information webinars and numerous TOEFL resources.

Brightstorm – Math: YouTube video tutorials on topics in math including algebra, precalculus, calculus, trigonometry, and geometry.

CliffsNotes – Math: Study guides that can help you solidify your knowledge before the big test in areas such as algebra, calculus, statistics, trigonometry, and differential equations. Make sure to review these often to boost your overall comprehension of the topics covered in your course.

Khan Academy – Algebra: Tutorials on linear equations, quadratics, rational expressions, logarithms, imaginary and complex numbers, and more.

Khan Academy – Calculus: Tutorials on subjects such as derivatives, divergence theorem, and surface integrals, just to name a few.

Khan Academy – Trigonometry: Tutorials include basic trigonometry, radians, and inverse functions, among others.

Meta-Calculator: An online calculator that offers many types of calculators, including graphing calculators, scientific calculators, and statistics calculators.

Wolfram/Alpha Homework Helper: A computational engine that can provide solutions to your math problems. This should be used to check problems once you have already worked through them for practice.

Brightstorm – Biology: YouTube video tutorials on topics in biology including the nervous system, hydrogen bonds, neurons, and more.

Khan Academy – Biology: Extensive tutorials and resources on a wide range of biology topics. 

Science Prof Online: Video tutorials, exercises, and interactive content to help increase your comprehension of general biology and microbiology.

Brightstorm – Physics – YouTube video tutorials on topics in physics including wave phase, electric fields, capacitor circuits, pendulum motion, and more. 

Khan Academy – Physics: Extensive tutorials and resources on a wide range of physics topics, ranging from magnetism to thermodynamics.

Sparknotes: Study guides and reviews for the following topics in physics: vectors, kinematics, dynamics, work, energy and power, linear momentum, rotational motion, oscillations, gravitation, thermodynamics, magnetic fields, optics, and special relativity.

9 Awesome Study Tips for College Students: This article provides some great tips and strategies for studying, from picking the right environment to staying on task and minimizing distractions.

How to Study: A comprehensive collection of resources that will walk you through the studying process to make sure you are using your time as effectively as possible.

Note-Taking Methods: There are several proven methods for effectively taking notes. This site describes the Cornell Method, Outline Method, and Mapping Method. Check them out and see which one would work best for you.

Test-Taking Strategies: These tips help students develop their test-taking skills. Students are guided on how to prepare for and approach an exam, along with how to tackle different kinds of questions.

10 Easy Time Management Strategies: This article provides 10 clear and easy ways to implement strategies for effectively using and managing your time, allowing for academic, personal, and community involvement.

Mind Tools – Time Management: This site includes a diagnostic quiz to see where you can improve your time management skills. Once you have taken the quiz, the website offers plenty of resources to help you figure out how to effectively schedule your time, and stick to it.

Englishpage.com: English grammar and vocabulary lessons.

ESL Blues: Quizzes, games, and tutorials on all devices for people learning English as a Second Language at different levels. 

UsingEnglish.com: ESL) tools & resources covering the full spectrum of ESL, EFL, ESOL, and EAP subject areas.

LearnEnglishFeelGood.com: Practice grammar, vocabulary, listening, comprehension, and pronunciation skills.

New York Tech Library Database: The New York Tech Library’s website is filled with important and useful resources, such as database search engines, video tutorials, and citation help.

Library of Congress: A large selection of historic newspapers, photos, and sound recordings that can serve as effective primary source materials.

Purdue Online Writing Lab: A comprehensive writing site with multimedia resources covering everything from basic college composition to professional writing.

Google Scholar: Just like Google but for scholarly books and articles. This is a great resource when looking for academic articles on virtually any topic.

Citation Machine: Citing your sources is required, not optional – failure to cite properly could lead to unintended plagiarism. This site makes it easy – choose your format (MLA or APA), input the required information, and your citation will be created for you.

A Writer’s Reference: For students who want to improve their writing, grammar, and research skills, this website offers exercises and tutorials in addition to ESL help.

Strunk and White: Elements of Style: One of the seminal books used to learn how to write clearly, effectively, and persuasively. This book is a quick read and an important one for anyone looking to improve their writing style.

The Little, Brown Handbook: An interactive guidebook that includes video tutorials and lessons on the writing process and techniques for crafting effective arguments.