The Ultimate Web-Based Education Resources
The Internet has made the potential to learn about virtually anything easier than ever. Unfortunately, the signal-to-noise ratio is pretty high, and it can be daunting to try and find quality resources. Luckily, we’ve compiled a comprehensive list of educational articles, tools, and aids that will help you along your online learning journey. Whether you’re trying to learn a foreign language, need help with math, are prepping to take the GMATs, or are looking for resume and interview tips, you’ll find a wealth of resources here.
Get grammar, spelling and writing tips, as well as help with proper citation and making bibliographies.
- Common Errors in English Usage – Online version of the English grammar and rules book
- Guide to Grammar and Writing – Grammar and writing lessons at the sentence, paragraph and research paper level
- Purdue Online Writing Lab – Over 200 free research and writing resources
- Grammar Girl – Quick tips for better writing
- The Elements of Style – Classic reference book of English style and writing rules
- Economist – Style guide and research tools
- Chicago Manual of Style – Online reference for Chicago-style citation
- AResarchGuide.com – Research, writing and style guides
- Citation Machine – Citation format generator
- EasyBib – Free bibliography maker
- NoodleTools – Free research software tools
- KnightCite – Free citation service
- Zotergo.org – A research sources organizer
- Dictionary.com – Free online dictionary
- Thesaurus.com – Free online thesaurus
- SmashingMagazine – 50 free writing resources
Learn a new foreign language or improve your existing foreign language skills with these tools, translators, and communities.
- Systranet – Free online language translator and dictionary
- Google Translate – Free language translator
- Yahoo! Babelfish – Free language translator
- Reference.com Translator – Free translations in over 50 languages
- Open Culture – Foreign language lessons
- BBC Languages – Foreign language courses
- Forvo – Language pronunciation guide
- LiveMocha – Free language teacher
- iTalki – Online language learning community
- Lingro – Foreign language dictionary, file viewer and Web viewer
Improve your study skills and reading comprehension with these tips and strategies.
- StudyGs.net – Study guides and strategies
- Quizlet – Vocabulary study resource
- University at Buffalo – A brief guide on how to study
- StudyStack – Online flashcards
- SparkNotes – Study guides for books, plays, standardized tests and more
- Zen Habits – How to learn more and study less
- HowtoStudy.com – Free study skills resource site
- MindTools.com – Memory improvement techniques
- Flashcard Exchange – Printable flash cards
- John Place Online – How to memorize anything
- Spreeder – Free speed reading application
- EnglishCompanion.com – Note-making templates
- CliffsNotes.com – Study guides for literature, math, and other various subjects
Improve your math skills with these resources and calculation tools.
Arithmetic:- Listverse.com – 10 easy arithmetic tips
- MathPlayground.com – Logic games and math skills improvement resource
- APlusMath – Interactive math skills improvement resource
- Arcademic Skill Builders – Online educational math games
- Geogebra.org – Free mathematics software
- Purplemath.com – Practical algebra lessons
- Geogebra.org – Free mathematics software
- Algebra.com – Algebra homework help
- Geogebra.org – Free mathematics software
- Wolfram MathWorld – Calculus and analysis resources
- Webmath.com – Solve math problems
- Mathway.com – Math problem solver
- Onlineconversion.com – Conversion calculator
- Instacalc.com – Online calculator
- WolframAlpha – Computational knowledge engine
- Wolfram MathWorld – The Web’s most extensive mathematics resource
- National Library of Virtual Manipulatives – Math lessons from pre-kindergarten to 12th grade
- Math.com – Math tutoring and resources
Get prepared for the SATs, ACTs, GMATs, and other standardized tests with these study aids.
SAT:- TestPrePreview.com – SAT test practice questions
- Number2.com – SAT test prep
- Vocabulary.com – Learn new words and improve your vocabulary
- VerbaLearn.com – Free online vocabulary lessons
- TestPrePreview.com – ACT test practice questions
- Number2.com – ACT test prep
- ACTStudent.org – ACT test prep
- TestPrePreview.com – GRE test practice questions
- Number2.com – GRE test prep
- TestPrePreview.com – GMAT test practice questions
- BeatTheGMAT.com – GMAT test prep
- TestPrePreview.com – LSAT test practice questions
- TestPrePreview.com – MCAT test practice questions
- StudentDoctor.net – Educational community for students and doctors
- Free-CLEP-Prep.com – CLEP Study Guides
- CLEPExams.com – CLEP test prep
Build the perfect rèsumè, perfect your interviewing skills, and find your ideal job with these handy tips and resources.
Resumes:- RockportInstitute.com – How to write a masterpiece of a rèsumè
- Jobmob.co.il – Beautiful rèsumè ideas that work
- Squakfox.com – 6 words that make your rèsumè suck
- CNN.com – 25 words that hurt your rèsumè
- LifeClever.com – Give your rèsumè a face lift
- TheSimpleDollar.com – How to construct a killer rèsumè from start to finish
- Emurse.com – Rèsumè builder
- Mashable.com – Social sites for rèsumè building
- SampleResumeTemplate.net – Do-it-yourself HTML rèsumè
- LinkedIn – Professional social networking site
- Krop – Design, creative and tech job search
- CareerBuilder.com – Career search engine
- Monster.com – Career search engine
- Via Focus Magazine – The 25 most difficult job interview questions
- TheJobExplorer.com – Preparing for a job interview
- Salary.com – Salary and compensation information/advice
- Payscale.com – Salary and compensation information/advice
Learn to stop procrastinating and get organized with these time management tools and tips.
- Lifehacker – Tips and downloads for getting things done
- Smashing Magazine – Tips on how to find time for everything
- Mind Tools – Time management training and resources
- Remember the Milk – Online to-do list and task management
- StudyGs.net – Time management applications
