Study Skills

The links below provide you with resources, tips, strategies and information that will enable you to focus on specific areas linked to successful college study.

• Academic Reading – Reading techniques and study strategies to help you read academic material efficiently and effectively.
• Academic Research – Tips and strategies to help you prepare for your research paper and resources to help you locate and evaluate information.
• Assignment Calculator - A tool to help you develop a plan for completing writing assignments, including deadlines for each section and related resources.
• Digital Literacy and Technology Resources – Online resources for beginners and advanced users.
• Critical Thinking – Resources to enhance your understanding of the concept of critical thinking and practical strategies that you can apply to your academic studies.
• Support for Multilingual Students – Resources to strengthen your English language skills and support your academic development.
• Note Taking Systems – Strategies and techniques for taking effective notes in and out of the classroom.
• Self-Care for College Students – SUNY Empire's short video on self-care for college students.
• Stress Management – Information and resources that will help you assess your stress level, and tools to help you prevent, reduce, and cope with stress.
• Time Management – Resources to help you work smarter and more efficiently while accommodating your lifestyle and your learning style.

If you have links to learning resources that you would like to share, or suggestions for improving this Web site, please send them to Academic.Support@sunyempire.edu.