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Math

Math Computation

Math Tutorials

Khan Academy
View videos for different levels of math. Now requires either a gmail or Facebook sign-in.
Purple Math
Great link specifically focused on algebra--from pre-algebra to advanced algebra. It also does have some general geometry and pre-calculus information.
Free Math Help
Algebra and geometry lessons available
World of Math
Extensive collection of math resources
Math.com Math Practice
This link offers math practice in about all levels of math.

Math Resources

Reading

"Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body." Joseph Addison

Why read?

Did you know that reading can improve your vocabulary?

Did you know that reading can improve your memory?

Benefits of Reading

How to Read Better

IvyCat Online Catalog

IvyCat is the online catalog for all of the Ivy Tech libraries statewide. You will find what is physically on the shelves statewide plus titles for the full-text electronic books in our ebook databases which you can link to directly from IvyCat.

Writing

The Writing Process
Step by step directions on developing a paper using the writing process.
OWL's Writing Process
Link from Purdue OWL that walks through the writing process.

Grammar

Online Writing Lab Grammar Links
Purdue University has an online writing lab that offers information on many topics related to writing. This link explains English grammar.
Grammar Slammer
The Grammar Slammer website overviews some commonly used grammar errors in the English language; click this link to review lessons from misplaced modifiers to subject-verb agreement.
Grammar Bytes
Link provides overview lessons in grammar such as parallelism and capitalization. In addition there are links for power points, practice worksheets, and many other resources. A nice link for both students and faculty.